It’s happening tomorrow, Sunday, September 22, 2024. Austin Museum Day is back (see complete list in link)! For 27 years, museums across the city have welcomed locals with free admission, exclusive experiences, and hands-on activities, and this year promises to be just as exciting.
With over 30 museums participating, planning your day can feel like a challenge, but don’t worry! I’ve got you covered with some of the best events to help you create the perfect adventure.
Top Must-See Spots for Austin Museum Day:
Brush Square Museums
Step back in time with tours of two historic gems—the O. Henry Museum and the Susanna Dickinson Museum. Get crafty by making beeswax candles, decorating journals, and even picking up some pioneer skills.
Visit all three floors of Texas history and join drop-in activities designed with the whole family in mind from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This vibrant museum has something for everyone! Create photo collages, experiment with lint roller printing, and enjoy a yoga session. You can also get a personalized poem from the talented folks at Typewriter Rodeo or learn about bees from the Talking Bees Roadshow.
LBJ Presidential Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Week with a day of cultural crafts, storytelling, and other festivities perfect for the whole family.
Mexic-Arte Museum Pop Up
Swing by the museum’s pop-up at Austin Central Library from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for some hands-on fun creating colorful paper marigolds—perfect for a Día de los Muertos celebration.
The Williamson Museum
In Georgetown, explore Hispanic heritage through interactive exhibits and make maracas, papel picado, and beautiful tissue paper flowers to take home.
The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria
Stroll through the scenic sculpture garden, try your hand at mindful weaving, and enjoy some friendly competition with lawn games alongside fellow art lovers.
Elisabet Ney Museum
Refine your artistic skills with a live sculpting demo from local artist Dana Younger, learn the secrets of portrait creation, and even take home your own edible sculpture masterpiece.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, history buff, or just looking for family-friendly fun, Austin Museum Day has something for everyone. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore, create, and connect with Austin’s cultural treasures and it’s completely free!
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