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What's Happening

May 24
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Public Tour: Contemporary Artists at the Blanton
May 25
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Visita guiada pública [EN ESPAÑOL] – Joyas de la colección del Blanton
May 25
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Public Tour: Highlights of the Blanton's Collection
May 27
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Public Tour: Highlights of the Blanton's Collection
May 27
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Visita guiada pública [EN ESPAÑOL] – Joyas de la colección del Blanton

Blanton All Day — Every second weekend. Every month.

Experience the Blanton at a full day of art and activities featuring storytime, art talks, picnics, & more.

B Scene: Into the Groove — Austin's essential art party

Big hair, don’t care. Throwback to the totally rad ‘80s with screen printing, pop-up print show, scavenger hunt, and music that’ll make you glad you wore those neon leggings. Tickets coming soon for June 27, 2025!

On View & Upcoming

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In Creative Harmony: Three Artistic Partnerships — On view until Jul 20

The inspiring, creative relationships behind three pairs of artists is explored in this three-part exhibition.

A Family Affair: Artistic Dynasties in Europe (Part I, 1500–1700) — Ending Jun 15!

Explore works by some of Europe’s most fascinating artistic families, revealing patterns of inspiration, rivalry, and changing fortunes.

Tavares Strachan: Between Me and You — Ending Jun 1!

Bahamian-born artist Tavares Strachan presents an immersive installation, a 3,000-page opus, & sculptures in this Contemporary Project show.

Spirit & Splendor: El Greco, Velázquez, and the Hispanic Baroque — Coming Aug 24

Includes masterpieces by renowned artists who actively spread the Baroque aesthetic in Mexico and Peru.

Blanton All Day: Summer Dance Series — Put on your dancing shoes for summer and enjoy the addition of Bachata, Swing, and Two-Step at our monthly all-day events! All levels welcome.

Read our 2024 Impact Report — Record-breaking museum attendance demonstrates the importance of art for our Austin community and beyond.

Explore the Art

Explore The Collection

Austin — “Austin” is the culmination of Ellsworth Kelly’s seven-decade career and the only building he ever designed.

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European art — The over 330 European paintings in the Blanton’s collection range from late 14th-century gilded panels to 19th-century landscapes.

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Latin American art — The Blanton has one of the oldest and most comprehensive collections of modern & contemporary Latin American art in the country.

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American art — The Blanton’s collection of modern & contemporary U.S. art includes works made using new or unexpected materials, such as Sonya Clark’s “Madam C. J. Walker.”

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Prints & Drawings — The Blanton’s encyclopedic collection of 18,000 works on paper features examples from all the major printmaking centers in Europe and North America.

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Membership

You’d make a great member! It’s a win-win: members support the arts in this community and enjoy special perks year-round.

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I'm a member of the Blanton because it's the heart of art in Austin. It's the great museum that we have.

Austin Kleon

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Everytime I come here it's a new experience. You're never going to see the same works of art twice.

Amaijah Summers

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University — The Blanton welcomes students from all departments, colleges, and schools on UT’s campus — as well as Austin-area colleges and universities — to explore our galleries as an extension of their classroom learning.

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