What is the Sensory Room?

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The Sensory Room in La Retama Central Library is a free public sensory room designed for children with special needs and is the first of its kind in the South Texas region that is available to the public at no cost.

Children up to age 14, together with their parents or caregivers, have access to state-of-the-art therapeutic stations and sensory tools, including an interactive calming station and SensaSoft tumble play rollers.

The Sensory Room was made possible by $75,000 awarded to Corpus Christi Public Libraries from the Institute of Museum and Library Services through a competitive Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) grant program. $11,000 in private funding was also donated to the Friends of Corpus Christi Public Libraries for supplemental resources geared toward sensory-friendly programs and events.  

In addition to the Sensory Room, La Retama Library holds a sensory-friendly collection with books for parents about sensory disorders, books printed in braille or with tactile material, and more. La Retama Central Library also provides programs focused on sensory needs, including informational programs for adults.

Here is a brief overview of using the Sensory Room:

  • Reservation required to access the Sensory Room. To make a reservation, call or visit the La Retama Central Library. Phone: (361) 826 - 7000.  Address: 805 Comanche St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401
  • Reservations are in 1-hour increments: 45 minutes to use the room and 15 minutes to clean and reset the room.
  • Reservations are available during La Retama Library Hours with the last reservation ending early, 15 minutes before the library closes. 
  • All children using the Sensory Room require supervision by a parent or adult family member at all times.
  • Adults must sign an agreement form and go through a short orientation the first time they use the room.

For more information, the Sensory Room policy is #100.04 or contact La Retama Central Library.

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  • Last Updated Aug 05, 2025
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