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Families

Learning at the Blanton – Families

Family Programs at the Blanton are designed to promote slowing down, encourage close looking, inspire curiosity, and foster positive interaction and collaboration between intergenerational audiences.

Special Programs

2023thu20jul10:30 amSummer Storytime Join us for an engaging half hour of stories and art!10:30 am(GMT-05:00) View in my time

2023sat22jul10:30 amSummer Storytime Join us for an engaging half hour of stories and art!10:30 am(GMT-05:00) View in my time

2023tue25jul10:30 amSummer Storytime Join us for an engaging half hour of stories and art!10:30 am(GMT-05:00) View in my time

2023thu27jul10:30 amSummer Storytime Join us for an engaging half hour of stories and art!10:30 am(GMT-05:00) View in my time

2023sat29jul10:30 amSummer Storytime Join us for an engaging half hour of stories and art!10:30 am(GMT-05:00) View in my time

2023tue01aug10:30 amSummer Storytime Join us for an engaging half hour of stories and art!10:30 am(GMT-05:00) View in my time

2023thu03aug10:30 amSummer Storytime Join us for an engaging half hour of stories and art!10:30 am(GMT-05:00) View in my time

2023tue08aug10:30 amSummer Storytime Join us for an engaging half hour of stories and art!10:30 am(GMT-05:00) View in my time

2023thu10aug10:30 amSummer Storytime Join us for an engaging half hour of stories and art!10:30 am(GMT-05:00) View in my time

2023sun17sep10:00 amsun5:00 pmAustin Museum Day 2023Enjoy free admission to the Blanton's galleries and grounds ALL DAY!10:00 am - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00) View in my time

Family Membership

Members at the Family level enjoy all benefits of regular Members for two adults at the same address (or for one adult and one guest) and children 17 and under. They also receive exclusive access to our monthly newsletter, “Families at the Blanton” (launching in April 2023), which features updates on coming family events and programs, downloadable activities and resources, monthly book recommendations, and more! 

Family Activity Boxes

Explore the galleries with your family using our Family Activity Boxes! These dynamic kits feature art supplies, prompts to guide your looking, and other interactive materials to encourage imaginative exploration and meaningful conversation with you and your family. Ask our Visitor Services Team to borrow a box for free when you check in at the museum.

Creative Space

Located in the Meredith Lounge on the second floor of the museum, our Creative Space features coloring pages, sketchpads, pillows, and family-friendly picture books for visitors of all ages to enjoy. The Creative Space is a cozy space to sit, read, create, and recharge during your museum visit, and is always accessible during regular museum hours

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