The Houston House is the former home of Governor George Smith Houston who was one of Athens’ most prominent citizens. It is very fortunate and memorable that his heirs donated his house on Houston Street to the city of Athens to be preserved as a museum as well as a public library. The home has continuously served in this capacity since 1938 and is the cornerstone of the George S. Houston Historic District.

The Houston Memorial Library Hours of Operation:
10:00 am - 4:00 pm   Monday thru Friday
​10:00 am - 4:00 pm    First Saturday of the month
The Library offers Accessible Parking, Wheelchair Accessibility and Step-Free Access to the Home. 

Visit our Facebook Page:  www.facebook.com/FourSquareHomeBuilt1843

Visit the Houston Memorial Library virtually at:
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Visit the Used Book Sale Room: 
There is a wonderful selection of baby books, pre-readers and beginning reader books for sale!  Hardback Books $1-$3 and Paperback Books $.50 - discounts apply for multiple purchases.  Currently, we only accept cash.

​Currently, we only accept cash for library card renewal.
*Library Card New and Renewal for one year:
      Adults - $5
      Under 18 years - $3
      Out of Limestone Co - $10

101 NORTH HOUSTON ST
ATHENS, ALABAMA 35611

​Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1650
ATHENS, ALABAMA 35612
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Email Address:
[email protected]

MAIN: (256) 233-8770
​Please visit during the hours of
Monday thru Friday
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
First Saturday of the Month 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 
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