Visiting & Library Hours
The Comenius library is located on the 3rd floor of the CCMH. The library is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The library is closed Sundays and Mondays, and all major holidays.
Using the Library
Visitors must pay the museum admission fee to access the library except on museum free admission days. CCMH Members enjoy free access to the library and exclusive book checkout privileges. CCMH staff reserve the right to impose restrictions on the use of borrowed books based on their condition and/or rarity.
We do have a few basic rules when using the library:
Sign in and out of the library.
Library materials are to be used only in the library. (Unless checking out)
Maintain a secure, clean, and comfortable environment.
Visitors may bring their own notebooks/papers.
Only pencils may be used to take notes.
No computers allowed.
No cameras allowed.
No food in the library.
Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Drinks must be contained in spill-proof containers. Pop-top cans and fast food cups are not spill-proof and are prohibited
Collection
Comenius Library provides a wide variety of fiction genres and topical non-fiction coverage appropriate for various reading and developmental levels. CCMH evaluates all items in the library to ensure that the library’s collection reflects and preserves Czech/Slovak literature, cultural identity, and its rich history. The primary criteria used include quality, accuracy, timeliness, social significance, availability, and accessibility.
Book Donations
Book donations are one of the primary sources of preserving Czech/Slovak culture and history. We encourage anyone looking to donate books and/or other materials to our library to contact our staff by phone at (713) 528-2060 or through email at admin@czechcenter.org.