Molly Pruitt Library — Attraction in San Antonio

I rate this library three stars for various reasons! First, lets start off with the positive. I commend the Molly Pruitt Library for its impressive wide variety of books available to both the public and rough riders. #Roughriderpride I would most definitely recommend this library for those who merely wish to check out some books! Although, there are some negatives I must bring to light... For those who wish to lounge in the library, BEWARE! I spent a morning in this library to get some work done. All was well until...an employee's phone was irresponsibly left unattended in an office within the library. Why is this such an issue? Well this phone was left to RINGGG for hours straight, for the entire library to hear. An alarm was blaring non-stop! And no one stepped in to put the alarm to an end. This was extremely distracting, loud, and obnoxious! On top of that, the library insisted on playing "relaxing" music for all to hear. This on its own is undesirable for those in search of peace and quite. But what ruffled my feathers were the continuous ads playing from the music. No one bothered to step in and skip the bothersome YouTube ads. Some of which were extremely long! The staff here, from my experience, are very neglectful! I do not recommend the Molly Pruitt library for those in search of a peaceful, ad free, work space. Unless you have a pair of noise canceling headphones/earbuds ;)

P.S. There are spiders crawling about in the restrooms. EKK!

P.S.S. If you're a highschooler and fancy football boys I recommend going early in...

If I could give this review zero stars I would!

Absolutely Ridiculous – This Is NOT a Library, It’s a Playground.

If you’re looking for a quiet space to actually study, do homework, or get any serious work done—do NOT come to the Molly Pruitt Library.

Kids were literally running around like it’s recess. Loud talking, playing, laughing like they were at a playground—and not once did I see any of the librarians at the front desk say a word. Just sitting there, completely ignoring the chaos. No structure, no control, no respect for people trying to focus.

So I move from the main area to a study room, thinking maybe I can get some peace. These rooms clearly have a sign that says NO CELL PHONES, headphones only, and to keep noise down. Yet two rooms down from me, some guy is on his phone, talking loud like he’s in his own living room. Again—no one from staff stepped in. No enforcement, no care. This is supposed to be a public learning environment, not a damn hangout spot. The rules are posted but clearly mean nothing here. Don’t call yourself a library if you’re not going to create an atmosphere where people can read, study, or think. Absolutely disappointing.

Management needs to be made aware. If posted policies aren’t going to be enforced, then remove the signs and call it what it is—a public lounge. But don’t mislead people looking for a serious, quiet place to...

Nice library with kids zone..

Molly Protty Library is an outstanding place for anyone who loves books, learning, and a welcoming environment. The library is well-organized, making it easy to browse through a diverse collection of books for all ages and interests, from fiction and non-fiction to educational resources. The staff are incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready to help visitors find exactly what they need.

One of the highlights of the library is the dedicated kids’ area, which is designed to make learning fun and interactive. It’s filled with pretend play toys, activity stations, and age-appropriate books that encourage imagination and creativity. My daughter loves spending time there, exploring different play scenarios while also picking up a few books. The space is safe, clean, and inviting, making it perfect for children to learn and play at the same time.

In addition to the kids’ area, the library offers quiet reading corners and well-organized shelves for adults and teens, creating an environment that caters to everyone. It’s a wonderful place for studying, reading, or even spending a few hours relaxing and discovering new interests. Molly Protty Library is more than just a library—it’s a community space that fosters learning, creativity, and a...