John F. Germany Public Library

🏢 Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library — Florida

John F. Germany Public Library

Tampa's 140,000-sq-ft flagship library on the Riverwalk, home to The Hive makerspace and a four-story research and lending collection.

📞 813-273-3652🌐 hcplc.org

🕑 Library Hours

Monday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours may vary on holidays.

📍 Location & Contact

Address: 900 N Ashley Drive, Tampa, FL 33602

Phone: 813-273-3652

Website: hcplc.org

📖 About John F. Germany Public Library

The John F. Germany Public Library opened in April 1968, replacing a 1917 Carnegie building, and was renamed in 1999 to honor civic leader Judge John F. Germany. The 140,000-square-foot building anchors downtown Tampa near the Riverwalk and houses The Hive, a 10,000-square-foot innovation center with a recording studio, 3D printers and robotics, plus a Florida History and Genealogy collection with more than 20,000 historical photographs.

⭐ What makes this branch special

  • The Hive: 10,000 sq ft makerspace with recording studio, 3D printers and robotics
  • Flagship of the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library system
  • Florida History and Genealogy collection (20,000+ photographs)
  • Walkable from the Tampa Riverwalk

📱 Free with a Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library card

Any Hillsborough County resident can get a library card free and unlock:

📚 Libby / OverDriveBorrow eBooks & audiobooks free with your card.
🎬 hoopla & KanopyStream movies, TV, music and more.
🕹 The Hive makerspaces3D printing, recording studios & maker tools, free with your card.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What can I do at The Hive makerspace?

The Hive offers free access to a professional recording studio with green screen, 3D printers, a robotics center, sewing machines and flexible meeting spaces; most equipment needs a free orientation first.

Does the library have genealogy resources?

Yes, an extensive Florida History and Genealogy collection with 20,000+ historical photographs, microfilm and databases like Ancestry Library Edition, free with your card.

Is there parking nearby?

The library is at 900 N. Ashley Drive downtown; street parking and several paid garages are nearby, and the Riverwalk and TECO Line streetcar stop are within walking distance.

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✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.

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