Mentioned by Sterling Acura of Austin
Best Museums in Austin, TX
"With statues of bronze and stone being nuzzled be fresh, green grass, you can expect to see art and nature complement each other harmoniously in the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum. It’s amongst these beautiful bushes one can find 20th century American sculptor Charles Umlauf’s exquisite creations. Expect to find exhibitions that change according to the season, ample space for lo...Read more"
"The Umlauf Sculpture Garden is a quiet small garden next to Zilker Park that is centered on the artistic works of American sculptor Charles Umlauf. Find inspiration from the many sculptures in the garden and walk away inspired. 605 Robert E Lee Rd, umlaufsculpture.org"
"The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum presents the craft of Charles Umlauf and other modern artists in a physical environment and encourages the recognition and appreciation of sculptures."
"The Mexic Art Museum was founded in 1984 by several artists to share the art and culture of Mexico with Austin and beyond. Permanent and changing exhibits showcase over 1,500 Mexican, Latino, and Latin American pieces ranging from paintings and prints to sculpture and photography. The museum has a library containing books and periodicals dating back to the 19th century and holds regular events for performance art combined with transmedia elements."
"The City of Austin seeks two and three-dimensional artworks in any medium from Austin-area visual artists, galleries, or visual arts organizations for the upcoming 2020 People’s Gallery Exhibition, which will be on view from February 2020-January 2021. Spanning the first three floors of Austin City Hall, the gallery is designed to showcase the work of local and regional artists and to encourage public dialogue, understanding, and enjoyment of visual art. The program’s goal is to present a series of exhibitions that reflect the artistic excellence and cultural diversity of Austin, and to promote the City’s cultural and economic initiatives."
"The People’s Gallery at Austin City Hall showcases the talents of local artists with an extensive annual art exhibition in the atrium and open areas of the first three floors. Approximately 150 contemporary artworks are on display, including paintings, photographs, sculptures and more. You may view the exhibit for free anytime the building is open."
"Contemporary art gallery grayDUCK Gallery, now located in East Austin, provides a social environment in which to experience art. The large open-plan gallery space has a modern feel suited to the artworks on display. grayDUCK Gallery specialises in cutting-edge works from emerging and established local and national artists shown through a diverse programme of paired and small-group exhibitions such as That Silky Smooth Feelingby guest curator Jaime Salvador Castillo featuring works by Christina Coleman, Clare Finin and Loren Schwerd."
"grayDUCK was founded in 2010 in South Austin, and relocated to East Austin in 2014. In our art-energized neighborhood, we strive to exhibit the work of exceptional artists while creating a welcoming place for everyone: viewers, artists and neighbors. Monthly shows highlight artist’s work from a broad range of experience, both locally and nationally."
"The grayDuck Gallery is more than just a great space to showcase art. There are monthly shows to highlight works of art from a wide range of artists, but the space is also used for poetry readings, film showings, music, and other performances. View this post on Instagram"
"I met Nina when she first moved from New York and opened up shop at the Barton Creek shopping mall but this girl has made a mark as a jewelry designer. BEYONCE HAS WORN HER JEWELRY (custom face masks for the Lion King Spirit Music Video). Nina has donated $11,500 in cash to charities and raise $27,000 for other local makers and artists by selling their goods."
"The over 60 varieties remain as consistent as the freshness of the products, and although the plain glazed is by far the best seller, everyone seems to have their favorites. – shipleydonuts.com"
"Great doughnuts, quick and friendly service, but I wasn't super happy with the kolaches. They are the oblong style that I feel has too much dough co..."
"Join us for lunch or dinner at RA Sushi Austin and order up your favorite sushi, signature rolls, or Japanese fusion cuisine. Looking for a great new Happy Hour spot?. We’ve got you covered with a vibrant menu of dishes and drinks at Happy Hour prices every day of the week!"
"For a place that is good for both sushi and hot Japanese food, check out RA Sushi Bar Restaurant, close to the Market District. RA is one of Austin's best sushi restaurants and off..."
"Seek out Ichiban’s traditional sushi bar with ambiance, from the koi pond, to the Japanese-style low booths, where shoes must be taken off. Most rolls can be turned into handrolls."
"Sugar Pine offers natural ice made in-house and features vegan and gluten-free options. Ice cream flavors include coconut, matcha, black sesame, and caramel swirl while sorbets come in mango, watermelon, and Thai basil options. Add toppings like crystallized ginger, candied orange peel, and caramel popcorn."
"The Japanese restaurant features a dedicated ice cream menu, which incorporates various Asian ingredients and produce, from matcha to taro root to miso. Along the same lines, toppings range from puffed rice to toasted coconut chips. The restaurant reopened its patio for dine-in service."
"For ice cream with Asian flavors, visit this shop in North Austin. Black sesame, taro, matcha – the gang’s all here!. Address: 8578 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78758"
"Austin City Limits still remains as the main focal point of Austin live music scene, and is the longest running music series in the country. Initially created to celebrate the music of Texas--featuring western swing, Texas blues, Tejano music, progressive country, and rock n' roll--the series has gone on to feature regional, national and international artists performing a wide range of musical styles, including jazz, alternative country, alternative rock, folk music, and jam band. ACL just recently relocated from the University of Texas campus to the W Austin Hotel downtown."
"This cutting-edge venue, ready in 2011 as part of the $300m Block 21 mixed-use development, is named for the longest running TV show in American history going back to 1974. That is PBS’s Austin City Limits, which is now taped right here and putting a different recording artist in the spotlight each week. The 2,750-capacity venue puts on 100 or so concerts a year, and is considered by those who know to have the best sound of any Austin stage."
"Next, check out Zilker Park, a 360-acre oasis in the heart of downtown that’s the site of festivals and free music at Zilker Hillside Theater, plus it’s home to Zilker Botanical Garden, Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum and Barton Springs Pool, a spring-fed swimming spot with grassy hills for sunbathing. Make it a boozy afternoon and pull up a chair in the taproom of urban winery Infinite Monkey Theorem for a flight of Texas-made wine. Or head to Duchman Family Winery in Driftwood (just a half-hour drive out of Austin), where you can take a tour and sample wines in a lovely Italianate villa, including Duchman’s award-winning Vermentino. Stop in the North Austin warehouse and taproom of Austin Beerworks, where weekend tastings feel more like a backyard barbecue, with live music and bites from local food trucks."
"The Zilker Hillside Theatre is a beautiful outdoor venue in Zilker Park. Bring the whole family for one of their family-friendly shows. Arrive early so you can claim a spot in the grass and pack a little picnic."
"The Zilker Hillside Theater, located in Zilker Park, is an award-winning theater. It mainly features family-friendly shows that are open and free to the masses."