Contact
6530 Lexington Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44103
Phone: 216-623-6997
Email: Hough.Branch@cpl.org
Manager: Marcie Williams
Campus Hours
Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
About
The Hough Branch is a busy neighborhood library with three schools in its immediate service area. The patron population is diverse, and both its youth and adult collections reflect the needs and tastes of the community. Hough offers free wifi and public computers with Internet access. Printing, copying, scanning, and faxing services are available for a fee.
History & Architecture
The first Hough building, which opened in 1907, was inspired by Christopher Wren’s Orangery at Kensington Palace in England. In developing the design for the original Hough Branch, the architects used the arched entrance, window openings, and decorative brickwork to pay homage to the Romanesque and Gothic Revival churches, houses, and apartment buildings of the neighboring area. After extensive renovation, the branch reopened in 1966 as Treasure House.
Hough Branch’s current building was constructed in 1984 and houses 11,800 square feet of materials and services. The building is designed as a group of three octagons, with the exterior of the building appearing as a range of pointed “hats.” Inside, one of the “hats” tops the children’s story-telling area, another the main part of the library, and the third is the community room. The building’s clerestory windows admit generous amounts of natural light.
Special Features
- League Park, the Cleveland Guardians’ original ballpark, is located nearby.
- During the school year, Hough offers America Reads tutors as well as the Kids Café, a partnership with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to provide free bagged lunches for children.
- Hough Branch actively collaborates with neighborhood agencies to maintain excellent service for its patron base.
Events
FamilySpace
Hough Thursday, October 05 | 3 pmFamilies with children ages 0 to 5 are invited to play, learn and grow together at the library! FamilySpace is a special play area with dedicated staff, connecting you to resources in the community.
Ask about how you can join the Family Advisory Committee for FamilySpace at the Carnegie West Branch! Share your ideas about FamilySpace programs, services and develop leadership skills.
Express Yourself Art Workshops (grades 3 – 5)
Hough Thursday, October 05 | 4:15 pmLet your voice be heard! Tell your story through art. These workshops are for you…whether you're a beginner or ready to take your art to the next level. Free workshops for kids, offered in partnership with the Art Therapy Studio.
Making Tunes: Virtual Rock Band
Hough Friday, October 06 | 4 pmUse Apple’s GarageBand to create your own sounds and melodies. Learn how to create your own virtual rock band.
FamilySpace
Hough Monday, October 09 | 3 pmFamilies with children ages 0 to 5 are invited to play, learn and grow together at the library! FamilySpace is a special play area with dedicated staff, connecting you to resources in the community.
Ask about how you can join the Family Advisory Committee for FamilySpace at the Carnegie West Branch! Share your ideas about FamilySpace programs, services and develop leadership skills.
Express Yourself Art Workshops (grades 3 – 5)
Hough Tuesday, October 10 | 4:15 pmLet your voice be heard! Tell your story through art. These workshops are for you…whether you're a beginner or ready to take your art to the next level. Free workshops for kids, offered in partnership with the Art Therapy Studio.
FamilySpace
Hough Thursday, October 12 | 3 pmFamilies with children ages 0 to 5 are invited to play, learn and grow together at the library! FamilySpace is a special play area with dedicated staff, connecting you to resources in the community.
Ask about how you can join the Family Advisory Committee for FamilySpace at the Carnegie West Branch! Share your ideas about FamilySpace programs, services and develop leadership skills.
Express Yourself Art Workshops (grades 3 – 5)
Hough Thursday, October 12 | 4:15 pmLet your voice be heard! Tell your story through art. These workshops are for you…whether you're a beginner or ready to take your art to the next level. Free workshops for kids, offered in partnership with the Art Therapy Studio.
Sew Yourself Sustainable- Upcycled Denim Tote
Hough Saturday, October 14 | 12 pmStudents will be introduced to the the introduced to the fundamentals of machine and hand sewing.
FamilySpace
Hough Monday, October 16 | 3 pmFamilies with children ages 0 to 5 are invited to play, learn and grow together at the library! FamilySpace is a special play area with dedicated staff, connecting you to resources in the community.
Ask about how you can join the Family Advisory Committee for FamilySpace at the Carnegie West Branch! Share your ideas about FamilySpace programs, services and develop leadership skills.
Spooky Story Hour
Hough Monday, October 16 | 4 pmJoin us for a delightfully eerie Spooky Story Time! Gather 'round as we share gently thrilling tales and friendly frights perfect for younger children. Get ready for a bewitching storytelling experience that will leave you with a touch of Halloween magic!
Express Yourself Art Workshops (grades 3 – 5)
Hough Tuesday, October 17 | 4:15 pmLet your voice be heard! Tell your story through art. These workshops are for you…whether you're a beginner or ready to take your art to the next level. Free workshops for kids, offered in partnership with the Art Therapy Studio.
FamilySpace
Hough Thursday, October 19 | 3 pmFamilies with children ages 0 to 5 are invited to play, learn and grow together at the library! FamilySpace is a special play area with dedicated staff, connecting you to resources in the community.
Ask about how you can join the Family Advisory Committee for FamilySpace at the Carnegie West Branch! Share your ideas about FamilySpace programs, services and develop leadership skills.
Express Yourself Art Workshops (grades 3 – 5)
Hough Thursday, October 19 | 4:15 pmLet your voice be heard! Tell your story through art. These workshops are for you…whether you're a beginner or ready to take your art to the next level. Free workshops for kids, offered in partnership with the Art Therapy Studio.
Legal Aid at the Library
Hough Saturday, October 21 | 10 amHave a legal question? Need to chat with an attorney about a problem related to money, housing, family, employment or other issues? Stop by a Legal Aid Brief Advice and Referral Clinic. Please bring all relevant paperwork with you.
All clinics are first come, first served free advice and referral events for people with low-income who have civil legal issues.
Attorneys are available for brief advice and referral only. Advice clinic attorneys do NOT represent you. If you need legal representation you may be referred to The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland or another service provider.
Need help now? Legal Aid is open 24/7 online, taking intake applications at lasclev.org/contact. Questions? Call 1-877-817-3777 or visit lasclev.org.
FamilySpace
Hough Monday, October 23 | 3 pmFamilies with children ages 0 to 5 are invited to play, learn and grow together at the library! FamilySpace is a special play area with dedicated staff, connecting you to resources in the community.
Ask about how you can join the Family Advisory Committee for FamilySpace at the Carnegie West Branch! Share your ideas about FamilySpace programs, services and develop leadership skills.
Spooky Story Hour
Hough Monday, October 23 | 4 pmJoin us for a delightfully eerie Spooky Story Time! Gather 'round as we share gently thrilling tales and friendly frights perfect for younger children. Get ready for a bewitching storytelling experience that will leave you with a touch of Halloween magic!
Express Yourself Art Workshops (grades 3 – 5)
Hough Tuesday, October 24 | 4:15 pmLet your voice be heard! Tell your story through art. These workshops are for you…whether you're a beginner or ready to take your art to the next level. Free workshops for kids, offered in partnership with the Art Therapy Studio.
FamilySpace
Hough Thursday, October 26 | 3 pmFamilies with children ages 0 to 5 are invited to play, learn and grow together at the library! FamilySpace is a special play area with dedicated staff, connecting you to resources in the community.
Ask about how you can join the Family Advisory Committee for FamilySpace at the Carnegie West Branch! Share your ideas about FamilySpace programs, services and develop leadership skills.
Express Yourself Art Workshops (grades 3 – 5)
Hough Thursday, October 26 | 4:15 pmLet your voice be heard! Tell your story through art. These workshops are for you…whether you're a beginner or ready to take your art to the next level. Free workshops for kids, offered in partnership with the Art Therapy Studio.
Dental Hygiene Stories and Activites
Hough Saturday, October 28 | 3 pmJust in time for Halloween treats learn how to care for yourr teeth through stories and fun activities and take home a free toothbrush (while supplies last.)