Allan Shivers Library & Museum

Welcome to Allan Shivers Library and Museum

Allan Shivers
Library & Museum

Exploring, Connecting, Creating

302 N. Charlton Street, Woodville, Texas 75979
(409) 283-3709 Email: ashivers.library@gmail.com

Vision Statement

The Allan Shivers Library and Museum strives to connect the community by exploring and understanding the past, connecting and engaging in the present, and imagining and creating the future. Exploring, Connecting, Creating

Mission Statement

The mission of the Allan Shivers Library and Museum is to provide facilities, materials, information, and services that support the diverse needs and requirements of our community, in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. 

The Allan Shivers Museum invites the public to step into the life, career, and accomplishments of Governor Allan Shivers to preserve, educate, and share his role in contributing to the history of Texas.

 

 NORMAL  Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday 9-5 (computers shut off at 4:45)

Saturday 10-2 (computers shut off at 1:45)

Sunday - CLOSED

CLOSED - See Holiday list below

Free GED Classes in Tyler County.

Enrollment for online GED test preparation classes is now open to 17-year-old and older adults who are interested in obtaining a High School Equivalency Certificate (GED). Classes are offered via text, phone, or email and as morning or evening instruction. For more information, call (409) 283-8757.    

Things to do at the library

  • Get a library card
  • Use our computers
  • Check out our large print room
  • Attend programs and events
  • Use the Children's room
  • Schedule a tour of the Museum (CURRENTLY CLOSED)
  • Schedule proctored exams
  • Access our free WiFi 24/7
  • Reserve a room for meetings
  • Check out DVDs
  • Check out Audiobooks
  • Check out Wi-Fi Hotspots

 Allan Shivers Museum

Tours upon request as staffing available

Closed: Saturday and Sunday

Over 5 people -- please call ahead

The Allan Shivers Museum has elegant gowns of Mrs. Shivers and their daughter, an authentic Victorian front parlor room with furnishings of the period, an African Safari room, and original political cartoons from Allan Shivers time in office.

Use your Library card number to check out books anytime or anywhere. Click the image to begin or download the Overdrive App. 

Now on Facebook! Look for us under pages for Allan Shivers Library and Museum!       

CLICK HERE to Search Your Library

and place an item on hold for pick up. 

Come in or call to get information on how to reserve a book from our online card catalog.


eShelf & Research - Work and research from the office or from home, anytime:

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