Austin, Texas

A home for free thinkers.

The Freethought Library is a volunteer-run reading room and gathering place for people who value reason, science and open inquiry. Browse the shelves, join a discussion, or just come say hello.

Sundays, 12 to 6 pmOther times by appointment
1507 West Koenig LaneAustin, Texas 78756
Free to visitEveryone is welcome

What happens here

Books on the shelves, conversation in the room.

Discussion nights

Philosophy Night and other evenings built around a topic, a question and a room full of people who like to think out loud.

Watch parties and game nights

Social evenings for secular, atheist, agnostic and humanist folks, plus the occasional craft night. Newcomers are expected and welcome.

Live podcast tapings

The library shares a building with the Atheist Community of Austin's broadcast studio. Some shows tape in front of a live audience.

Upcoming events

Pulled live from the group's Meetup calendar. RSVPs happen there.

All events

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Open Sundays 12 to 6 pm

Plan a visit

1507 West Koenig Lane, Austin, Texas 78756. Reachable by public transit, with limited parking on site. Other times by appointment.

Directions, parking and contact details

Volunteer-run

About the library

A collection of donated and specially selected texts, kept by volunteers of the Atheist Community of Austin, a 501(c)(3) educational non-profit.

Who we are and how to help

Keep the lights on and the shelves full.

The library runs on volunteers and donations. Gifts go to the Atheist Community of Austin, which operates the building. Soft drinks and snacks are free at the library, with a donation suggested.

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