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 History of the River City |
9th & Guadalupe Austin, TX 78768 United States +1 512 974 7480 http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/lib... |
Built in 1933, this was the first public library building in the city. Showcasing artworks of that time with ornamental ironwork balconies and loggia frescoes, this building is now home to one of the state's best local history collections. It is the official holding place for records of Travis County and the city of Austin. Visitors enjoy temporary exhibits, which rotate frequently. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Museum |
823 Congress Avenue (At 9th Street) Austin, TX 78701 United States 512 495 9224 http://www.amoa.org |
The Austin Museum of Art offers two distinct art experiences. AMOA-Downtown serves as the Museum's principle exhibition site and presents continually changing exhibitions and education programs that showcase a diverse array of twentieth-century and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture, photography, prints, and video. These exhibitions offer something for everyone, from the experienced art collector to the newly curios, from the admirer of established masters to the advocate of emerging local artists. To compliment the exhibitions, the Museum also presents a broad range of accessible, interdisciplinary, and hands-on public education programs for schoolchildren, families, and adults, including gallery tours, performances, and lectures. In addition, the AMOA Museum store offers a wide range of art-inspired gifts. As the Museum's original home, AMOA-Laguna Gloria offers a unique experience of history, art, and nature. This beloved site has been declared a national treasure and is on city, state, and national registries of historic places. Visitors to AMOA-Laguna Gloria can tour the recently restored 1916 Italianate-style villa that was the home of Texas legend Clara Driscoll. Inside they can view intimate art exhibitions and attend informative educational programs focusing on art and nature. Outside they can stroll the lush 12-acre grounds over-looking Lake Austin and enjoy sculpture and the recently restored historic gardens. AMOA-Laguna Gloria provides a tranquil setting for private parties and community gatherings year-round. It is also home to The Art School, a thriving program with more than 400 classes taught annually for adults and children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Downtown location |
823 Congress Avenue Austin, TX 78701 United States +1 512 495 9224 http://www.amoa.org |
With award-winning exhibitions focusing on American art and its significance to the region, this museum hosts fabulous works by contemporary artists. Along with the fantastic touring shows, this museum often has professionals speak about the works and their significance. The Austin Museum of Art is also involved with the television series The Territory, which showcases independent film and video broadcasts through the Public Broadcasting System stations. A free docent-led tour is available to the public at 2pm every Saturday during exhibitions; group tours require special arrangements. Groups of ten or more are asked to reserve a time to visit the Museum. There is a second location on 35th Street. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum |
3809 West 35th Street Austin, TX 78767 United States +1 512 458 8191 http://www.amoa.org/ |
The Austin Museum of Art offers two distinct art experiences. AMOA-Downtown serves as the Museum's principle exhibition site and presents continually changing exhibitions and education programs that showcase a diverse array of twentieth-century and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture, photography, prints, and video. These exhibitions offer something for everyone, from the experienced art collector to the newly curios, from the admirer of established masters to the advocate of emerging local artists. To compliment the exhibitions, the Museum also presents a broad range of accessible, interdisciplinary, and hands-on public education programs for schoolchildren, families, and adults, including gallery tours, performances, and lectures. In addition, the AMOA Museum store offers a wide range of art-inspired gifts.As the Museum's original home, AMOA-Laguna Gloria offers a unique experience of history, art, and nature. This beloved site has been declared a national treasure and is on city, state, and national registries of historic places. Visitors to AMOA-Laguna Gloria can tour the recently restored 1916 Italianate-style villa that was the home of Texas legend Clara Driscoll. Inside they can view intimate art exhibitions and attend informative educational programs focusing on art and nature. Outside they can stroll the lush 12-acre grounds over-looking Lake Austin and enjoy sculpture and the recently restored historic gardens. AMOA-Laguna Gloria provides a tranquil setting for private parties and community gatherings year-round. It is also home to The Art School, a thriving program with more than 400 classes taught annually for adults and children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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State travel information |
112 East 11th St Austin, TX 78711 United States +1 512 305 8400 http://www.tspb.state.tx.us/CV... |
Built in 1867 as the home of the Texas General Land Office, this building is the oldest standing government building in the state. Along with a listing on the National Register of Historic Places, it has quite a bit of history. From 1887 to 1982, a draftsman named William Sidney Porter, better known today as the short story author O. Henry, rented a space upstairs. Some of the author's greatest short stories were inspired by his experiences here. The second floor of the building houses the O. Henry Nook, where visitors can view his comical land tract maps. The building also houses the State Travel Information Center, which provides guided tours. A Texas-style gift shop is located on the first floor. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home of noted sculptress |
304 E 44th St Austin, TX 78751 United States +1 512 458 2255 http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/eli... |
The former home and studio of German sculptress Elisabet Ney is open to the public for exploration. This home was one of the first buildings erected in the Hyde Park neighborhood, which was developed as a suburb in 1892 by Monroe Martin Shippe. Ney referred to her space as Formosa (beautiful in Portuguese) and visitors flock to this museum to view nearly 50 busts and statues of Texas heroes, as well as Europeans she sculpted as a young artist. Her tools and several personal items are also on display. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Living history museum |
802 San Marcos St Austin, TX 78702 United States +1 512 472 8180 http://www.frenchlegationmuseu... |
King Louis Philippe ordered Alphonse Dubois de Saligny of France to Austin in 1839 to become the French liaison to the Republic of Texas. He insisted on being called "Count" and built this home on 22 acres of land in 1841. While waiting for building to cease, he was involved in a dispute over pigs and moved to Louisiana. He never returned to Texas and did not spend a single night in this home. In 1848 Dr. Joseph Robertson purchased the home and passed it on through his family for years; in 1949 the State of Texas acquired it. The home has been restored and even houses a French Creole kitchen. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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African American culture museum |
1165 Angelina St Austin, TX 78702 United States +1 512 974 4926 http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/car... |
As the first neighborhood museum in the state dedicated to African American history and culture, this 1926 structure houses oral histories, videos, artifacts, folk art and photographs. The library was once Austin's main library and received a Texas State Historical Marker in 1976. The museum is named in honor of Dr. George Washington Carver, a black slave who went on to graduate from college in 1894. Carver's achievements included the development of over 300 products from peanuts, a professorship at Iowa State and Alabama Tuskegee Institute, the Spingarn Medal from the NAACP and the Roosevelt medal for his contributions to science. The museum exhibits a fantastic collection, as well as changing exhibits of black history and culture in Austin and Travis County. Admission is free (donations accepted). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional German cottage |
507 East 10th St Austin, TX 78701 United States +1 512 482 0927 http://www.germantexans.org |
Its large German population has always influenced Central Texas, and Austin is no exception. This simple stone structure is the current home of this society. Once a German Free School, it was built by settlers who donated their labor to construct the building. Originally, there were no fireplaces, and it was heated by huge potbellied stoves. Exhibits include a reference library, Victorian era antiques and a beautiful garden. Programs include speakers, special exhibits, events and classes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Harry Ransom Center |
21st and Guadalupe University of Texas Austin, TX 78713 United States +1 512 471 8944 http://www.hrc.utexas.edu |
Here you will enjoy viewing the first ever photograph taken, alongside one of only 13 remaining Gutenberg Bibles created in 1456. Also showcased are rare compositions and manuscripts by Galileo, Beethoven, Hemingway and more. You will find a wonderful collection of theater arts pieces and a book library with over 800,000 priceless manuscripts. Take advantage of the free admission and experience many of the University's unique treasures. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Art, photography and sculpture |
23rd and San Jacinto University of Texas campus Austin, TX 78712 United States +1 512 471 7324 http://www.blantonmuseum.org/ |
With a collection of more than 17,000 works of art, this is one of the most visited museums in the city and also the largest University art-space in the country. It is located on the University of Texas campus and houses a large variety of Latin American art, American art and European work. With an atrium that extends 70 feet above the stone floors, this museum offers a unique, natural space. Temporary exhibits are constantly changing, with fresh work being showcased regularly. This research-based museum also offers lectures by artists, museum curators and art historians from across the country. Admission:Adults $5, Senior(65+)$4, Youth (13 - 25)$3, Children 12 & under & members are Free. Thursdays are free to the public. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Literary command center |
800 Guadalupe St Austin, TX 78705 United States +1 512 974 7300 http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/lib... |
Bibliophiles of all ages naturally gravitate to this, the main location of the Austin Public Library. With over a quarter-million books and 800-plus magazines and periodicals on site, the Faulk Library can satisfy any book lover's needs, and obtaining a lending card is easy. Special technology is also on hand to enable greater ease of use for the physically disabled or visually impaired patrons. Named after a legendary local writer and political activist, the Faulk Library was officially renamed by the city a while back. It is a friendly, low-key place to hang out, read and relax. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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State archives and genealogy library |
1201 Brazos Street Austin, TX 78701 United States +1 512 463 5455 http://www.tsl.state.tx.us |
Located east of the State Capitol, this archival library is a great place to begin researching the history of your family origin in Texas. It contains a plethora of genealogical research resources and government documents dating back to the 18th century. Visitors also enjoy the giant mural titled "Texas Moves Toward Statehood", depicting 400 years of Texas history. English artist Peter Rogers and his Western father-in-law Peter Hurd created this piece, which spreads out 55 feet long and 18 feet high. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Presidential library |
2313 Red River Street University of Texas Austin, TX 78705 United States +1 512 721 0200 http://www.lbjlib.utexas.edu |
One of the most visited presidential libraries in the nation, this museum is supplied with information regarding one of the most controversial times in United States history. Peeking inside the life of the 36th President, the LBJ tapes provide listeners the opportunity to learn about the JFK assasination and the Vietnam War. Along with the famous tapes, visitors can see a to-scale replica of the Oval Office, political memorabilia and more than 39 million pages of historical notes. Plan on a full day at this fantastic museum, but if you are a real history buff, you will barely scratch the surface of what this fantastic archive has to offer. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Multi-cultural arts organization |
419 Congress Ave Austin, TX 78768 United States +1 512 480 9373 http://www.mexic-artemuseum.org |
Centrally located in downtown Austin, this museum features works that have a connection to Mexico and Latin America. Exhibits range from art and theater. The permanent collection includes artifacts and photographs relating to Mexican-American culture. Recent exhibits include photographs from the 1910 Mexican Revolution and other works by Mexican artists. Guest artists and performers tackle contemporary issues such as ethnicity, religion and politics. A small gift shop carrying books, artwork and handmade imports is located near the entrance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern art for sale |
2525 West Anderson Lane Northcross Mall, Suite 465 Austin, TX 78757 United States +1 512 206 0261 |
This museum features art by local, national and international artists, with an emphasis on local creations. It houses frequent exhibitions as well as permanent collections, with a rotating selection of artwork and artists. Paintings tend to be of the modern, abstract, surreal or futuristic varieties, usually with imaginative use of color. The museum also showcases artists' other creations, including jewelry and furniture. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Greek Revival house museum |
2310 San Gabriel St Austin, TX 78705 United States +1 512 478 2335 http://www.neill-cochranmuseum... |
Built in 1853 by Abner Cook, the master builder of the Governor's Mansion, this Greek Revival-style home is made with Texas limestone. Originally built as the Washington Hill House, the two-story structure is now a museum. Operated by the Colonial Dames of America, the museum is furnished with 19th-century reproductions of 18th-century French antiques. Historic documents dating from 1770-1900 are also housed here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Visit the 1890s home of O. Henry |
409 E Fifth St Austin, TX 78701 United States +1 512 472 1903 http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/par... |
Short story writer William Sydney Porter, whose pen name was O. Henry, lived in this home for three years while he spent time in Austin. It was constructed in 1891 and is filled with rare books, O. Henry's writing desk, original furniture, photographs, personal belongings and the chairs that brought The Gift of the Magi to life. Enjoy a guided tour and learn about the history of this home and its famous occupant. The home has been moved twice since from its original location at 308 East Fourth Street. It now features a gift shop with books, videotapes and more. The museum offers writing clubs for Austin children and sponsors many local events such as the Victorian Christmas celebration and the "O. Henry Pun-Off." Admission is free, but donations are welcome. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Georgian Revival mansion |
2312 San Gabriel St Austin, TX 78705 United States +1 512 476 5845 http://www.themansion.info/ |
Constructed in 1933, this fantastic mansion is nestled among the skyscrapers of Austin's downtown area. For more than 50 years it served as the state headquarters for the Texas Federation of Women's Clubs. It's a Texas Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Stop by and visit this beautiful link to our history. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Discover Texas' natural history |
2400 Trinity St University of Texas campus Austin, TX 78705 United States +1 512 471 1604 http://www.tmm.utexas.edu/ |
For those interested in dinosaurs and rocks, this is a great museum for you. Texas Memorial Museum focuses on collections of Texas and the New World, including an extensive Texas Natural History collection and core collections from the 1936 Texas Centennial celebrations. There is a huge variety of artifacts supporting historical and anthropological research, including collections amassed by faculty, staff and students. New artifacts are continuously added, so repeat visits are highly recommended. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All kinds of Texas music |
1109 E 11th St Austin, TX 78761 United States +1 512 472 8991 http://www.texasmusicmuseum.org |
This museum holds a special place in the heart of Texans, especially in Austin, the Music Capital of the World. Founded in 1984, the museum's mission is to promote and preserve Texas music. By presenting two or three major exhibits a year in and around Austin, often including musical performances, the organization works to keep music alive and well. Along with funding these projects, the museum conducts research, sponsors touring exhibits and collects photographs and documents related to all aspects of Texas music. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tales of Texas |
1800 N. Congress Avenue Austin, TX 78705 United States +1 512 936 8746 http://www.thestoryoftexas.com/ |
A 35-foot bronze Lone Star sculpture greets visitors at the entrance of this epic museum. This place narrates the story of Texas, sharing its its rich cultural heritage and traditions. The three floors of the impressive building present interactive exhibits, special effects shows and more. On the first floor you will find a permanent exhibit called Encounters on the Land, which highlights the first meetings between Native Americans and European explorers. The second and third floors have exhibits on the Land and Opportunity that showcase the evolution of Texas from the time of its inception. The museum boasts a total of 17 media installations and over 700 artifacts (not to mention Austin's only IMAX Theatre. After so much fun, visitors may wish to stop for a snack at the cafe or shop for souvenirs in the museum store. See website for events calendar, special exhibition info, ticketing details, group rates, IMAX movie showtimes and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Texas and American history |
1 University Station D1100 (University of Texas @ Austin) Austin, TX 78712 United States +1 512 495 4515 http://www.cah.utexas.edu/ |
Located on the University of Texas campus inside Sid Richardson Hall is this unique library of archives, holding the largest collection of Texana. Several rotating and permanent exhibitions are showcased here along with the Texas Music Collection. The collection features vintage posters from the Armadillo World Headquarters, a popular live music venue in the 1970s. Visitors also enjoy the Stevie Ray Vaughan Collection and the entire New York Times archive. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum and sculpture garden |
605 Robert E. Lee Rd Austin, TX 78704 United States +1 512 445 5582 http://www.umlaufsculpture.org |
Charles Umlauf (1911-1994), one of the more famous Austin artists, was a very prolific sculptor. This museum displays many of his works in a fantastic garden spot located close to Zilker Park and just minutes from downtown. His sculptures range from realism to abstraction and include families, religious figures, animals and mythological characters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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