Temporary Closure of “Austin” by Ellsworth Kelly

Due to some maintenance issues, the building “Austin” by Ellsworth Kelly is temporarily closed. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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What's Happening

Blanton All Day: Going Places — Every second weekend. Every month.

It’s a Sunday Funday on September 14 as we highlight our next major exhibition, Spirit & Splendor: El Greco, Velázquez, and the Hispanic Baroque. Join us for a full day of art and activities featuring storytime, art talks, picnics, & more. Find out more.

Public Tours — Always included in your ticket!

Get a deeper dive into art on a gallery teacher-led tour! Offered in English/español and free with museum admission.

On View & Upcoming

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Spirit & Splendor: El Greco, Velázquez, and the Hispanic Baroque — Now on view!

“One of the must-see exhibitions around the world in 2025.”— The Art Newspaper

Contemporary Project 15: Betsabeé Romero — Now open!

Don’t miss our latest Contemporary Project exhibition, featuring internationally acclaimed artist Betsabeé Romero.

A Family Affair: Artistic Dynasties in Europe (Part II, 1670–1900) — On view until Dec 7

Explore eighteen fascinating families through art in Part Two of this special presentation.

American Modernism from the Charles Butt Collection: From Edward Hopper to Alma Thomas — Coming Mar 8, 2026

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 — Coming Mar 8, 2026

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

Art with an Expert — Take a deep dive into art, art histories, and more with these unique hour-long talks. Takes place monthly at our Blanton All Day series. Mark your calendars for our Sept. 14 program featuring Amanda Wunder, professor/fashion historian from Lehman College, discussing the art of dress in Baroque Spain!

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 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.

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.

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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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