Second Saturdays

Second Saturdays—it’s a vibe.

It’s a vibe every second Saturday. Enjoy live music on the Moody Patio and explore the ever-changing galleries—open late till 8 p.m. Plus, dive deeper into the art with curator-led tours and art talks.

Individual events are listed below. Click to expand and read details.

WHEN: 3–8 p.m., every second Saturday. Rain or shine.

GENERAL ADMISSION	MEMBER ADMISSION
$20: Ages 18 & up $10: Ages 6-17 FREE: Ages 5 & under	FREE for all members!

Not yet a member? Join today! (Please note, regular museum discounts such as UT ID Holder, Military, K-12 Teacher, Student, and Senior do not apply for special events.)

PLAN YOUR VISIT (click to expand)

Check our Before Your Visit page for parking info, maps, & more. View our Accessibility & Amenities page for detailed navigation and other resources. Visit our FAQs section to help plan your Second Saturday at the Blanton. If you have questions, accommodation needs (including sign language interpretation), or would like more information contact our Visitor Services team at 512.471.5482 or via email at accessibility@blantonmuseum.org.

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Upcoming Dates

2024sun12may1:00 pmsun5:00 pmSecond "Sunday" May 2024 - Take Mom to the MuseumThis year, we're hosting a second "Sunday" celebration on Mother's Day!

Event Details

WHEN/WHERE:
1–5 p.m., Sunday, May 12
Blanton Museum of Art, The University of Texas at Austin, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Austin, TX 78712

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ADMISSION:
$20: Ages 18 & up
$10: Ages 6-17
FREE: Ages 5 & under
FREE: Blanton Members Not yet a member? Join today!

(Please note, regular museum discounts such as UT ID Holder, Military, K-12 Teacher, Student, and Senior do not apply for special events.)

EVENT SCHEDULE

Celebrate the mom in your life at this special Second “Sunday” event! Some of the things to look forward to include:

-Roses for mom sponsored by H-E-B
–Curator’s Choice tour spotlighting themes of motherhood with Vanessa Davidson, Curator of Latin American Art
-Mother’s Day card-making activity
-“Take mom to the museum” photo booth
-20% off in Museum Store for Blanton Members

All events subject to change. The galleries open till 5 p.m.

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Art on View (Michener Gallery Building)

Explore a wide variety of galleries & don’t miss these special exhibitions:

Live Music (Michener Gallery Building)

More information coming soon.

BITES & BEVS: More information coming soon.

Go to our Before You Visit page for more details and information when planning your visit. Visit our FAQs section to help plan your Second Saturday at the Blanton. A limited number of lockers are available to use in our Check-In Building (first come, first served). If you have specific accommodation needs, please email us at accessibility@blantonmuseum.org Please note, the Blanton café is closed until further notice.

Remember to share your experience on social using #BlantonNewGrounds & #MoodyPatio and tag us @blantonmuseum!

PARKING / TRANSPORT: Parking is available in the Brazos Garage. Normal rates can be paid directly at the garage. (Blanton Members get a $4 discounted rate at Check-In, valid all day). Ride-shares can drop off in the new Museum Drop-Off on the east side of the museum. Bicycle racks are available on the south side of Jester Center and on the west side of the museum’s Smith Administration Building. Public transit is encouraged; Cap Metro bus routes 1, 3, 7, 10, 18, 19, 20, 801, and 803 have stops within walking distance.

Support for Second Saturdays at the Blanton is generously provided by H-E-B. Media Sponsor: The Austin Chronicle.

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(Sunday) 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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