With almost 5,000 members representing all types of libraries, the Texas Library Association is the largest state library association in the U.S. TLA was established in 1902 to promote, support, and improve library services in Texas.
The countdown to the 2026 TLA Annual Conference is on! In the latest episode of the Libraries Transform Texas podcast, host Katie Loomis of Texas Woman’s University sits down with 2025–26 Texas Library Association President Valerie Prilop and conference planning co-chairs Kate Carter and Brandi Grant to share an inside look at what’s ahead in Houston.
Explore the TLA 2025 Annual Conference schedule at a glance. Access daily events and sessions to maximize your conference experience.
The TLA 2026 Annual Conference theme is Cultivating Community, Thriving Together. The conference’s goal is to foster collaboration and meaningful connections among library professionals, empowering them to build strong, thriving communities through shared knowledge, resources, and support. It also champions libraries as essential community hubs by embracing innovative services, partnerships ...
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