Happy Holidays from The Blanton!
As the holiday season gets underway we invite you to visit The Blanton Museum of Art. Stop by with out-town-guests, find an artsy gift in the Museum Shop, bring the family for Hot Art Hip Kids, or simply enjoy a bit respite in our beautiful galleries. Whatever the reason we hope you visit soon.
Please note our holiday hours:
Closed Christmas Day, Friday, December 25, and New Year's Day, Friday, January 1
FREE parking in the Brazos Garage:
December 22, 2009 - January 3, 2010
Holiday Shopping
Located in The Blanton's Smith Building, the Museum Shop is the place to find handmade jewelry, art catalogues, calendars, holiday greeting cards, stationery, and posters, among other inspiring items. Stop by the Blanton Café before or after and enjoy a tasty lunch or coffee.
Members Double Discount Days
December 4 – December 13
Blanton members are invited to visit the Museum Shop this week during museum hours and receive a 20% discount on all purchases. (Some restrictions may apply.)
Holiday Trunk Show
December 4, 6 – 10:30 PM, December 5, 11 AM – 5 PM, & December 6, 1 – 5 PM
Handbags by Ransom + Scout
Orbitz bracelet by Sikara
Enjoy hot apple cider and cookies while browsing for special gifts made by local artists during the Museum Shop's annual Holiday Trunk Show. This year, we will feature artists specializing in jewelry and accessories from Designs by Ingrid (Ingrid Kuper), Sikara, and Mae Mae Stiles, as well as unique and playful handbags by Ransom+Scout. Hudak O'Brien, a fabulous team of jewelers who work exclusively with the renowned silversmiths of Taxco, Mexico, will also be in attendance and feature traditional and contemporary designs from Los Castillo. Admission to the Trunk Show is free.
University of Texas at Austin Staff and Faculty Discount Days, through December 31
UT staff and faculty receive 10% off all purchases.
