Facility Rental
The Blanton welcomes you to host events, ranging from festive receptions to exclusive black-tie dinners, in the Mari and James A. Michener Gallery Building and the new Edgar A. Smith Building.
Corporate entertaining opportunities for Corporate Sponsors are determined as part of a tailored sponsorship package developed by the Blanton in collaboration with the sponsor.
The Blanton also offers rental opportunities to private clients at the rental rates listed below.
If you are interested in hosting an event and would like further information, please contact Stephanie Topolgus Rice, events manager, at (512) 475-6516 or stephanie.rice@blantonmuseum.org.
Spaces and rates available for rental in the Blanton's new Michener Gallery Building include:
Osborne Seminar Room and Foyer
The Osborne Seminar Room in the Michener Gallery Building is ideally suited for small, special engagements such as board meetings and lectures. The room comes equipped with eight moveable tables and 20 chairs, a projection screen, floor outlets, and a multi-line telephone with teleconferencing capability.
Although no food is allowed in the Osborne Seminar Room, the foyer, an open area just outside the Osborne Seminar Room, is perfect for hosting receptions in conjunction with engagements in the Osborne Seminar Room. The foyer features a rotating exhibition of works from the Blanton collection of prints and drawings.
The Osborne Seminar Room and Foyer are only available for rental during the museum's normal hours of operation.
Capacity for seated meeting: 20
Capacity for reception: 40
Rental Rate: $2,000
Corporate Partner Rental Rate: $500
UT Departments and Colleges Rental Rate: $1,000
Rapoport Atrium
This elegant space with its soaring 50-foot ceiling and spectacular saw-toothed skylights serves as the centerpiece of the museum. Whether you wish to host a black-tie dinner or a grand reception, the Rapoport Atrium will make a lasting impression for every attendee. Rental of this space includes access to galleries on the first floor of the Michener Gallery Building except during exhibition installation.
Capacity for reception: 300
Capacity for seated engagement: 150
Rental Rate: $7,500
Corporate Partner Rental Rate: $5,000
UT Departments and Colleges Rental Rate: $4,000
Michener Gallery Building
In addition to the Rapoport Atrium, the Michener Gallery Building includes 35,500 square feet of exhibition space located on two floors. In 27 spacious to intimate gallery rooms, the Blanton displays an impressive variety of art sure to engage and delight all who attend your event.
Capacity for reception: 500+
Capacity for seated engagement: 150
Rental Rate: $10,000
Corporate Partner Rental Rate: $7,500
UT Departments and Colleges Rental Rate: $5,000
Please note:
- Food and drink is limited to the Rapoport Atrium and Osborne Seminar Room Foyer. No food or drink is permitted in the galleries or the Osborne Seminar Room.
- All entertaining privileges are subject to additional fees and availability, and listed rental rates are applicable to 2008 only.
- To receive special rental rates, UT Departments and Colleges must pay rental fees using an Inter-Departmental Transfer.
- Approved non-profit organizations are eligible for special rates and must provide a valid tax ID indicating their 501(c)(3) status. For further information, please contact Stephanie Topolgus Rice, events manager, at (512) 475-6516 or stephanie.rice@blantonmuseum.org.
- No political or fundraising events.
- No products, services, or tickets may be sold at the museum in conjunction with an event, nor may any products be displayed.
The Blanton offers a list of preferred caterers and other vendors and an experienced special events staff to help plan your event.
Facility Rental Guidelines (pdf - download adobe reader)
For further information regarding corporate sponsorship at the Blanton, please contact the development department at (512) 475-6013 or development@blantonmuseum.org.