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What's Happening

Blanton All Day: Bring Mom to the Museum — Make a mom date with us on May 10!

A museum day made for mom — with silent disco, art talks and activities, massage therapy, mother’s day roses, and more. 🎧🖼️🌹 Get advance tickets.

Art with an Expert feat. John P. Murphy 5/10 — In conjunction with new Paper Vault show "Art in Every Corner: The Works Progress Administration (1935-1943)"

Next up on May 10, hear author John P. Murphy discuss his new publication New Deal Art: Culture and Crisis in the Great Depression, followed by a book signing in the store. Advance reservations recommended. Get advance tickets.

On View & Upcoming

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American Modernism from the Charles Butt Collection: From Edward Hopper to Alma Thomas — Now on view!

This major exhibition presents over 80 rarely seen artworks by icons of American modern art.

Run the Code: Data-Driven Art Decoded by Thoma Foundation X Blanton Museum of Art — Now on view!

This immersive exhibition brings together art and technology in exciting, unexpected ways.

Contemporary Project 16: Tammy Nguyen — On view until Sep 6

Multidisciplinary artist Tammy Nguyen presents brand-new work, including paintings, prints, and a handmade artist book.

Paper Trails: Latin American Art in Print (1950-1995) — Explore important portfolios of modern and contemporary Latin American printmaking in the collection of the Blanton Museum of Art.

Haas Brothers: Uncanny Valley — Coming Sep 27

Fantastical figures land in Austin—don’t miss this major showcase of 15 years of artistic imagination.

40 Hours for the Forty Acres — Donate to the people, places, and pursuits that mean the most to you. Your gift directly supports the Blanton’s educational and conservation efforts that benefit students and faculty across UT as well as the wider Austin community. Give today!

Read our 2025 Impact Report — Our latest report celebrates completed projects and expresses gratitude to our supporters, as well as our pride to be part of The University of Texas at Austin, our deep connection to the city of Austin, and why we are seen as a leader nationally.

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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 enjoy free admission and support the arts in our community. Plus, July is Member Appreciation Month so expect more extras!

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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.

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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.

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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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