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Austin has it all literally from A-Z. From the Austin Museum of Art to the Zilker Botanical Gardens, Austin boasts a thriving cultural community. Covering a vast spectrum of exhibitions, events and galleries, Austin has something for everyone’s artistic tastes. Photography, paintings, and sculpture, nature and science, history, tradition and more, visiting one of the numerous museums and galleries is an excellent to spend a day.
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Galleries

Central Austin Galleries

d berman gallery

d berman gallery specializes in contemporary American painting, sculpture, and photography, with an emphasis on regional artists. The gallery artists represented include many of Texas' most established artists and some emerging talents. Located in the 1930 Chapline Building, d berman gallery is a contemporary urban exhibition space that preserves the Commercial Deco feel of the historic building. The gallery strives to promote an appreciation for art in Austin, works to forge relationships with artists and collectors, and assists corporate collectors in expanding their collections.  1701 Guadalupe Street - Tues-Sat 11-6 - (512) 477-8877
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Blanton Museum of Art

Housed in an architectural space worthy of its collections, the Blanton welcomes and engages all visitors with its inspiring collection of more than 17,000 works, in addition to ground-breaking exhibitions by new and established artists, plus a rich variety of hands-on public programs. These public programs range from artist talks, art history classes, yoga in the galleries, live music, and late night art parties. The museum also features public tours-and school groups are welcome! MLK Jr. Blvd & Congress Ave. - Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat 10-5; Thu 10-8; Sun 1-5 - (512) 471-7324
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Flatbed Press

Flatbed Press and its galleries are located in Flatbed World Headquarters, a visual-arts center located in the heart of the developing Boggy Creek arts district. Flatbed -- one of only a few of such publishing workshops in the U. S.-- specializes in limited editions of original lithographs, etchings, photogravures, woodcuts, and monotypes by contemporary American and foreign artists. Painters, sculptors, and mixed-media artists collaborate with Flatbed's master printers to create plates and blocks from which the original impressions are hand-printed, and then exhibited in Flatbed's handsome, warehouse galleries. Also, Flatbed offers classes in printmaking and connoisseurship, year-round. 2830 East MLK Jr. Blvd. - Tues-Fri 10-5 - (512) 477-9328
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Gallery Shoal Creek

The Gallery at Shoal Creek has been building Fine Art Collections since 1965. With numerous windows and higher ceilings, natural light permeates the gallery. Beautiful coffee-colored wood floors accent walls painted in a fresh olive shade of gray-green, connecting the interior with its organic surroundings. The outdoor landscaped area provides a tranquil garden space for life-size bronzes and sculptural benches. 2905 San Gabriel, Suite 101 - Tues-Fri 11-6; Sat 11-4 - (512) 454-6671
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Slugfest Printmaking Workshop & Gallery

Slugfest is a cooperative printmaking workshop that provides equipment and space for printmakers to pursue their artistic vision and offers contract printmaking service to artists who may be unfamiliar with printmaking processes. Slugfest also publishes and prints the work of invited guest artists. Classes and workshops in basic printmaking techniques are occasionally offered on an entirely capricious schedule.
The Slugfest Gallery shows exclusively works on paper, primarily prints, of established and emerging artists nationwide. 1906 Miriam - Tues-Sat 1:30-6 pm - (512) 477-7204
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Women & Their Work

Women & Their Work is a statewide non-profit contemporary art gallery and gift shop that features Texas women artists. Now celebrating our 27th Anniversary, Women & Their Work presents over 50 events a year and serves over 2500 AISD school children with educational workshops and programs. Located at 1710 Lavaca in the Austin Arts District. 1710 Lavaca Street - Mon-Fri 9-6; Sat 12-5 - (512) 477-1064
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West End Galleries:

ART on 5th Fine Art - Gallery & Custom Framing

Recently expanded to over 6,000 square feet, including a separate fine art showroom, the Designers Fine art showcase, ART on 5th offers an eclectic collection of fine art. The combination of framed pieces in the main gallery and over 300 unframed fine art originals and limited editions in the Designers Fine Art Showcase means that ART on 5th offers an extensive range of pieces, from the whimsical Secret Art of Dr. Seuss to impressionist pieces, abstracts and landscapes. Plus a complete custom framing facility with over 1,000 frames 1501 West 5th Street - (between Loop 1 and Lamar) - Mon-Sat 10-6 - (512) 481-1111
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Artworks

Artworks is a full service gallery operating in Austin since 1985. Located in the historic district of West 6th Street, Artworks offers contemporary art by local, national and international artists in all mediums. Specialties include fine art, custom framing, fine art restoration, blown glass and sculpture. 1214 West 6th Street - Mon-Sat 10-5 - (512) 472-1550
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Austin Galleries

Austin Galleries is the premier gallery in Austin, Texas, bringing art, antiques, and clients together since 1964. We offer the largest selection of fine art originals in Texas including bronze and marble sculpture, old master paintings, decorative lighting, impressionist and modern paintings and 19th Century Prints. 1219 West 6th Street - Tues-Sat 10-5 - (512) 495-9363
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f8 Fine Art Gallery

Celebrating a diversity of fine art photography and paintings by regional and international artists in a classic, yet urban atmosphere unique to Austin, and to Texas. Travel through ethereal portals ... experience and ponder. Located in Austin's West End district, nestled among beautiful old trees, Victorian homes, cafés, antique shops, and specialty boutiques. Enjoy the day . enjoy art! 1202-D West 6th St - (Upstairs at Workman Gallery) - Tues-Sat 10-5 (512) 480-0242
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Haven Gallery

Haven Gallery and Fine Gifts carries an eclectic mix of two and three dimensional fine art and fine craft, including blown glass, sculpture, mixed media, paintings and ceramics. In addition to showcasing local artists, owner Mindi Partee travels extensively, bringing extraordinary artwork from all over the world home to Austin. 1122 W. 6th Street - Tues-Sat 11-6; Sun 11-4 - (512) 477-2700
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Russell Collection Fine Art Downtown

Museum Quality Fine Art 1137 West 6th St. - Mon.-Sat. 10-6 - (512) 478-4440
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Stephen L. Clark Gallery

The Stephen L. Clark Gallery presents contemporary fine art photographs with an emphasis on Texas, Mexico, and the American South. We also enjoy access to all available fine art photographs, both nationally and internationally. We are located in a unique historic house in the heart of Austin. 1101 West 6th Street - Tues-Sat 10-4 (or by appointment) - (512) 477-0828
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Urban Roots Gallery

Featuring the distinctive artwork of E. Moises Diaz, and other select artists, Urban Roots Gallery is planted in the diverse West End Gallery District. Witness the sleek and modern style of the metallic, three-dimensional vision of Diaz through his diverse collection. Explore the contemporary world of sweeping cityscapes or enjoy a new twist on a classic female form. A blend of natural and industrial influences, Urban Roots Gallery is the destination for a one-of-a-kind art experience. 1202-A West 6th Street - Tues-Sat 10-4 – (or by appointment) - (512) 517-0134
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Wally Workman Gallery

Since 1980, the Wally Workman Gallery has featured original work by accomplished artists. The Gallery represents over thirty artists including Helmut Barnett, Erin Cone, Gordon Fowler, Jan Heaton, Teri Jonas, Will Klemm, Carol Marine, and Priscilla Robinson. 1202 West 6th Street - Tues-Sat 10-5 - (512) 472-7428
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Downtown Galleries:

Art Palace

Art Palace is an exhibition space dedicated to presenting the work of emerging and established contemporary artists in a professional yet casual environment. The gallery's vision includes collaborating with guest curators and writers to investigate and engage in new art. 2109 Cesar Chavez Street - Wed 7-9 pm; Sat 12-5 pm & by appointment - (512) 496-0687
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Arthouse at the Jones Center

Established in 1911, the Texas Fine Arts Association is the oldest statewide visual arts organization in Texas and the only one devoted solely to contemporary art. In 1998, TFAA opened The Jones Center for Contemporary Art at 700 Congress Avenue, just seven blocks from the State Capitol. From The Jones Center, TFAA promtoes the growth and appreciation of contemporary art and artists in Texas. Through its exhibitions and programs in Austin and statewide, TFAA helps nurture artists' careers and deepen public understanding of contemporary art. 700 Congress Avenue - Tues-Fri 11-7; Thurs 11-9; Sat 10-5; Sun 1-5 - (512) 453-5312
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Arthouse of Ionic Futurism

Contemporary Fine Art 830 West 3rd Street Suite 1140 - (512) 482-9818
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Austin Museum of Art (AMOA)

AMOA-Downtown Reflecting the unconventional spirit of Austin, AMOA-Downtown offers informative and informal art experiences oriented towards the interests of a broad general audience. The welcoming and centrally located galleries serve as the Museum's principal exhibition site and present continually changing exhibitions and education programs that showcase an array of twentieth-century and contemporary art. To complement the art on view, the Museum presents a broad range of accessible, interdisciplinary, and hands-on public education programs for schoolchildren, families, and adults. The AMOA Museum Store offers a wide range of art-inspired gifts, jewelry, books, and toys. 823 Congress Avenue - Tues-Sat 10-6; Thurs 10-8; Sun 12-5 - (512) 495-9224
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Davis Gallery - Fine Art-Custom Framing

Davis Gallery continues the tradition established by Bill Davis at Tarrytown Gallery in 1979. It serves as a home to many of the best local and regional painters, printmakers, sculptors and ceramicists. Bill Davis has consistantly promoted a taste and style that has won many critics awards and the respect of Austin's art community. 837 West 12th Street - Mon-Fri 10-6; Sat 10-4 - (512) 477-4929
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Gallery Soco

Gallery Soco represents contemporary local and national artists, offering original fine art in various mediums, as well as limited edition prints. Additionally, the gallery provides custom framing services, including museum-quality framing, with hundreds of frame and mat choices. Corporate and residential consulting services are also available. 1714-A South Congress - Tues-Sat 11-6 - (512) 442-5144
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Kathy Womack Gallery

Located in the heart of downtown Austin, one block from the historic Driskill Hotel, it's luxe, plush decor and unusual furniture make this gallery stand out. Original acrylics, limited edition prints, bronzes and high-end porcelain dinnerware featuring the Women and Wine™ series are available. In addition, nudes, society portraits, and still lifes by Womack are available. Works in bronze, glass, metal and ceramics by other selected artists are also on exhibit. 411 Brazos, Ste. 100 - Tues-Sat 11-6 - (512) 288-0238
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Lora Reynolds Gallery

New in Austin, Lora Reynolds Gallery opened in March 2005. Lora Reynolds Gallery presents contemporary art in all mediums by established and emerging, national and international artists. Exhibited artists include Ewan Gibbs, Francesca Gabbiani, Jim Torok, Robert Therrien and Andy Warhol. The gallery is located downtown on 5th Street and West Avenue, two blocks east of Lamar. 300 West Avenue, No. 1318 - Tues-Sat 11-6 - (512) 215-4965
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Studio 107

Since 1999, Studio 107 continues to help facilitate a critical visual dialogue among emerging contemporary artists. It is a delight to introduce these contemporary works to more of Austin. Our artists are of the highest caliber. Their lives are dedicated to producing fine contemporary art. All list achievements such as awards, grants, critical reviews, and national, local, and museum exhibitions. 411 Brazos, Suite 107 - Tues-Sat 1-6 - (512) 477-9092
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Volitant Gallery

Volitant Gallery opened its doors April 15th, 2006 as an adventurous new contemporary art gallery at 320 Congress Avenue (southwest corner of 4th & Congress). The historic 5,000 square-foot space is in the Koppel Building on the west side of Congress at Fourth Street. Michael Hsu Design has created a beautiful, open space with marble floors, moveable display walls, a print viewing room and a video art lounge. The gallery will feature remarkable paintings, drawings, photographs and sculptures from all over the world. 320 Congress Avenue, Suite 100 - Tues-Sat 11-9; Sun-Mon 12-6 - (512) 236-1240
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Arboretum Galleries

AMOA - Laguna Gloria

As the Museum's original home, AMOA-Laguna Gloria is a monument to our long-standing commitment to the community--offering a unique experience of history, art, and nature. Visitors 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 discussions focusing on art and nature. Outside they can stroll the lush 12-acre grounds overlooking Lake Austin and enjoy sculpture and the revitalized historic gardens. This beloved site has been declared a national treasure and is on city, state, and national registries of historic places. It is also home to The Art School, a thriving hub of activity with more than 400 classes taught annually where adults and children are encouraged to express themselves. Historic Driscoll Villa - Mon-Sun 11-4 Gardens and Grounds - Mon-Sat 9-5; Sun 11-5 - (512) 458-8191
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Russell Collection Fine Art - The Arboretum

Museum Quality Fine Art 10,000 Research Blvd., Suite 130 - Mon.-Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5 - (512) 342-0747
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Visual Arts

  • Austin Film Society
  • Austin Visual Arts Association
  • Capital City Scribes A non profit organization dedicated to the purpose of sharing in the appreciation of and the education in the art of calligraphy, fostering both community and personal growth through the art of beautiful writing.
  • Eyes of Faith - Photographic Interest Group Our mission is to grow as photographers, inspiring and challenging each other to see the world through the eyes of faith. 1) Novice to professional 2) Film and digital 3)Still and motion media 4) Open to all!
  • The Jones Center for Contemporary Art: Arthouse The mission of Arthouse is to promote the growth and appreciation of contemporary art and artists in Texas. Through its exhibitions and programs, Arthouse helps nurture artists' careers and deepen public understanding of contemporary art.
  • Motion Media Arts Center The mission of the Motion Media Arts Center is to educate the public through the creation and presentation of film, video, and digital arts. Art opens minds, and opens doors!
  • Texas Fine Arts Association At the Jones Center for Contemporary Art
  • Texas Society of Sculptors
  • Waterloo Watercolor Group
  • Women and Their Work A statewide non-profit founded to promote greater recognition of women's contribution to cultural life; to provide financial and technical support for artists; and to present innovative performances and exhibitions.
  • Women Printmakers of Austin An organization dedicated to promoting excellence and diversity for women in the field of Fine Art Printmaking. Our objectives are to encourage and support women as printmakers and increase public awareness of the process and history of printmaking.

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Writing, Poetry and Theater

  • Austin Circle of Theaters A performing arts service organization with job/class/audition info for performers; event listings, ticketing, marketing, and advocacy services for organizations. Since 1974.
  • Austin International Poetry Festival
  • Austin Poetry Slam - Join the group for slam poetry every Wednesday. Poets compete usually for cash with three-minute performances.
  • Austin Shakespeare Festival
  • Borderlands: Texas Poetry Review
  • Earth and Sky Acting Company - A group of people not an organization. We are volunteers who are 100% committed to a positive human experience. A non-traditional casting company.
  • EASY Theatre - A nonprofit community theatre seeking actors, directors, writers, producers, technicians, designers, and teachers who work for the love of the craft and the art.
  • Gemini Ink - Nurtures writers and readers and builds community through literature and the related arts. (San Antonio)
  • Hyde Park Theatre - Develops writers, designers, directors, and actors from within the Austin community, while producing works by exciting new and established voices of the alternative theatre scene.
  • Poetry in the Arts - A literary nonprofit organization and publisher dedicated to the development of educational materials and programs, and to providing opportunities for poets to earn recognition through competitive awards and publication.
  • The State Theater Company - Creates and produces theatre performances, presentations, workshops, and meetings. The State also provides mentorship and shares its facilities on an annual basis selected arts groups.
  • Subterranean Theatre Company
  • Theatre Action Project - A nonprofit group serving Central Texas, the Theatre Action Project promotes socially relevant, interactive theatre and educational programming that ignites community dialogue, self-discovery and social change.
  • The Vortex Repertory Company - VORTEX has successfully produced hundreds of quality performances and is widely recognized as the pioneering leader in Austin's alternative theatre scene.
  • Write On, Austin! - Austinites of all backgrounds, experiences, and neighborhoods are invited to share their stories in celebration of Austin. These stories will be viewable on the website and in the permanent archives of the Austin History Center.
  • Writers' League of Texas - Promotes the art of writing by supporting writers in their artistic and professional goals.
  • Zachary Scott Theatre Center - One of Austin's most vibrant and innovative arts organizations and Central Texas' oldest professional theatre.
  • Zilker Theater Productions - Producers of the annual Zilker Summer Musical at the Sheffield Hillside Theater, an Austin tradition for over 40 years

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Arts Organizations

  • Austin Chronicle: Arts Listings
  • Arte SanaArte Sana is a nonprofit agency for underserved survivors of gender and racial violence that promotes healing and empowerment through the arts and community education.
  • ArtonArt - Texas arts calendar: Look up art events statewide by date or by city
  • The Association of American Cultures To represent the concerns of people of diverse populations in the United States in regard to the preservation and creative vitality of their respective cultural identity through the arts.
  • DiverseArts Production Group Home of Austin Jazz and Arts Festival, DiverseArts Little Gallery, Clarksville Jazz Sessions, word/jazz Performance Series, Austin Downtown Arts Magazine, and Austin Blues Family Tree Project. Multicultural Professional Multidisciplinary Art for Austin.
  • La Pena- Latino Arts in Austin - Purpose is to support artistic development, to provide exposure to emerging local visual artists, musicians, poets and other performing artists, and to offer Austin residents the full spectrum of traditional and contemporary Latino art.
  • Marnie Paul Arts Center - Our mission is to improve the quality of life of under-served individuals with disabilities, through the expressive arts.
  • Open Studio - This was a national initiative of the Benton Foundation and National Endowment for the Arts. It provided Internet access and training to artists and nonprofit arts organizations.
  • Southwest Performing Arts Presenters - A consortium of presenting organizations in Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. Member organizations range from small presenting groups in local communities to university and municipal presenters mounting full seasons of events.
  • Texas Coalition for Quality Arts Education Serving as a common voice for the advancement of quality fine arts education for all students in Texas.
  • Texas Commission on the Arts - TCAnet)
  • Tips on Art - Sharing tips. Advancing art. Expanding minds. We are better together.
  • TXarts.net - Supports Texas non-profit arts and cultural organizations by providing them with free web hosting. This service extends to non-profit statewide service organizations that support the non-profit arts and cultural organizations in Texas.
  • VSA arts of Texas Making Cultural Arts Accessible to PEOPLE with Disabilities.

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