Austin Museum Day 2024

We are thrilled to be one of dozens of Austin area museums offering free entry in this annual celebration of art, culture, history, music, nature, science, and play! For more information on all the participating museums and ways to win prizes go to austinmuseums.org

PRO-TIP: Look out for some free swag including AMD tote bags and a selection of samples from our friends at Natural Grocers! We’ll also have a handy self-guided tour available to assist your gallery exploration. You may discover things you’d not noticed before!

During your visit, look out for these special exhibitions, installations, and features:

• Explore our Moody Patio and new grounds: At the center is our Moody Patio, shaded by tall, eye-catching structures known as “the Petals.” Austin by Ellsworth Kelly is joined by these newer art installations to add to your must-see list:
  – Verde que te quiero verde (Green How I Adore You Green) by Carmen Herrera
  – Butler Sound Gallery
  – Plexus No. 44 by Gabriel Dawe
  – HI by Kay Rosen
  Learn more about the project and these works on our dedicated website page.
• Native America: In Translation – This exhibition curated by artist Wendy Red Star and organized by Aperture, assembles the wide-ranging work of nine Indigenous artists who offer contemporary perspectives on identity, memory, and the history of photography. On view in our Butler gallery.
• Long Live Surrealism! 1924–Today– 100 years after Surrealism’s inception, explore its revolutionary contributions to art across mediums, geography, and time. On view in our Paper Vault gallery.

Check our Before You Visit web page to plan your visit and to read further information on available amenities. If you have any questions on accessibility, please email us on accessibility@blantonmuseum.org or call us during museum opening hours on 512-471-5482.

MEMBERS ALWAYS GET IN FREE!
Did you know members get year-round free admission? Be the first to see major exhibitions, get free wristbands to every Second Saturday, access exclusive discounts, private tours, and more by becoming a member! Learn all about our member benefits and join today by visiting blantonmuseum.org/membership.