Expansive art museum featuring global collections, immersive installations, and rotating exhibitions across diverse artistic periods and styles.
General Information
Saturday: 10am to 8pm
Sunday: 10am to 5pm
Closed Mondays and major holidays
Seniors (65+): $12
Youth (6–17): $8
Children 5 and under: Free
UT Austin students, faculty, and staff: Free
Non-UT college students (with ID): $8
K–12 Teachers (with ID): Free
Active-duty military and family (Armed Forces Day to Labor Day): Free
Free admission every Tuesday
How to Get There
Take I-35 North, exit at Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, turn left, then right onto Brazos Street to reach the museum entrance.
Overview
The Blanton Museum of Art, on the University of Texas at Austin campus, is one of the premier university art museums in the country. Its collection spans more than 21,000 works across centuries and continents, from Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary installations, all within a striking campus setting anchored by a Snøhetta-designed entrance plaza.
History
Founded in 1963, the Blanton has grown into a cultural cornerstone of Austin, extending the university's collections and reflecting a broad range of global artistic traditions in a thoughtfully curated, accessible space.
Popular Attractions and Activities
Standout Works
A handful of pieces have become must-see stops for visitors.
- Austin by Ellsworth Kelly – an architectural installation of colored glass and stone.
- Landscape Soundings by Bill Fontana – an immersive sound sculpture.
- Collections ranging from ancient Greek pottery to contemporary Latin American art.
Exhibitions and Events
Beyond the permanent collection, the museum hosts rotating exhibitions and public programming throughout the year.
- Rotating exhibitions featuring works from around the world.
- Public tours led by museum staff and volunteers.
- Blanton All Day – a monthly event blending art, music, and community engagement.
Visitor Highlights
| Activity | Description |
|---|---|
| Permanent Collection | Browse over 21,000 works spanning centuries and continents. |
| Signature Installations | See standout pieces like Ellsworth Kelly's Austin and Bill Fontana's Landscape Soundings. |
| Rotating Exhibitions | Explore changing shows featuring global artistic traditions. |
| Blanton All Day | Join a monthly event combining art, music, and community programming. |
Best Time to Visit
| Time | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Free admission for all visitors. |
| Saturday | Extended hours until 8pm, good for an afternoon or evening visit. |
| Blanton All Day | Special monthly programming combining art, music, and community events. |
Why Visit the Blanton Museum of Art?
- Explore one of the country's leading university art museums right on the UT Austin campus.
- See standout works like Ellsworth Kelly's Austin and Bill Fontana's Landscape Soundings.
- Wander a striking setting anchored by Snøhetta-designed grounds.
- Take advantage of free admission every Tuesday.
This article is based on publicly available information about the Blanton Museum of Art, as well as material from Wikipedia and the museum's official tourism pages at blantonmuseum.org, used under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.
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