About
The Blanton Museum of Art sits on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin, at 200 East Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. It is the city's principal destination for art, and a good place to spend a relaxed hour or an afternoon.
What you can see
The collection spans several areas, so visitors with different tastes will find something to hold their attention:
- European paintings, covering a wide sweep of the continent's painting traditions.
- Latin American works, a strong part of the museum's holdings.
- Contemporary pieces, which bring the displays up to the present day.
Ellsworth Kelly's "Austin"
The museum's best-known feature is Austin, a work by Ellsworth Kelly housed in its own standalone building. Its luminous colour and light make it a distinctive stop even for visitors who do not usually seek out art. Plan to give it time, as the space itself is part of the experience.
Planning your visit
Because the museum is on the university campus, it fits naturally into a day spent exploring the area around the University of Texas, and it is a short trip from the rest of central Austin. For current opening times, admission details and exhibitions, check the museum's website at blantonmuseum.org before you go.