Austin Public Library Locations

Little Walnut Creek Branch

(512)974-9860

Monday - Thursday: 10am to 9pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10am to 5pm
Sunday: 2pm to 6pm

The Little Walnut Creek Branch of the Austin Public Library first opened its doors to the public on February 9, 1979 with a dedication ceremony following on May 17, 1979. Designed by architect James M. Patterson, the new 11,000 square-foot facility was built to serve the rapidly growing needs of North Austin and North Travis County. Funding for the Branch was made possible through the 1972 city bond issue, which also financed the construction of the Manchaca Road Branch in 1974 and downtown Central Library in 1979. While rapid growth in North Austin brought a variety of challenges to Little Walnut in the late 1980s to 1990s, the Branch continued to expand its role in the community through its programs and services. A Computer Learning Center was added to the Branch in 1999, and in June 2000, the branch opened a New Immigrants Center to provide helpful resources to individuals who are new to this country.

Little Walnut Creek Branch Blog

Friday, January 27

Ask a Librarian has everything you want to know about the library and its services, and a place to ask questions on any topic.  We just started using a new software (library.austintexas.gov/ask), so returning customers will see a new interface. Find the answer to your question using the search box or by browsing topics and archived questions.  The new system stores questions and their answers. This allows instant answers to pop up in real time when a question is asked that is already in the database.  If you don't find an answer, submit your question to us, and we'll respond as quickly as possible.

The new service allows email and texting, and we will add chat later this year. Ask a Librarian is found under Services at the top of the library's homepage, under Contact at the bottom of the page, and on the FindIt toolbar.

The Ask A Librarian hours are Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sundays noon to 6 p.m.

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