Austin History Center (former Public Library building)

The Austin History Center is housed in the historic former Austin Public Library building and serves as the city’s principal archival repository for local history. Its collections include photographs, maps, manuscripts, oral histories, and municipal records documenting Austin’s civic, social, and cultural development. The building and collections are widely used by researchers, students, and the public for historical research and exhibitions. The center is operated by the Austin Public Library system and offers public access to archival materials by appointment and on site.