See the Blanton Museum of Art's Best Pieces

Breathtaking building filled with exquisite art. There was something beautiful to see in every space. Big fan of the Western/Southwestern art of Maynard Dixon and Marsden Hartley. Glad to see both on display. Thanks for the current exhibition on climate change.

Made a last minute decision to go here today and ended up with a free ticket - I guess Tuesdays are free days. It was a great experience! Very relaxing and meditative, and we had a wonderful time checking out all of the artwork. I think my favorite exhibit was the Latin American Contemporary Art. Highly recommend!

I went solo had good time. Wished had sketch book and pencil. Loved outdoor area bring your lunch. Museum is very big so many rooms lots of art to explore. I came on free day so parking price didn't bother me.. if you come on cooler day you can cross the street to Capitol Mall.

The Blanton Museum of Art in Austin, Texas is a genuine gem that effortlessly merges art and culture. It houses a diverse array of exhibitions, ranging from European paintings to modern and contemporary American art. The museum's Ellsworth Kelly's 'Austin' building is a radiant and immersive piece of architecture that is a testament to the sublime potential of art. The staff are highly knowledgeable, ensuring your visit is not just enjoyable, but also educational. Their rotating exhibits keep the museum fresh and engaging. Whether you're an art connoisseur or a casual observer, the Blanton Museum will captivate you with its powerful blend of traditional and innovative pieces. It is an essential cultural destination when visiting Austin.

We Übered there so we didn't have to deal with parking. I always try to visit at least one museum when I visit a new city. I talked my friends into going on Tuesday during free admission. Thankfully, we did not pay because my friend who is an art major said that she would have asked for a refund. I don't understand art, but I like to look at it. All of the pieces seem like they were the last of every collection that other museums didn't want. The Latin American collection had a lot of pieces that were not created by Latin Americans but visitors to Latin American countries. I made an assumption, I misunderstood, and I got disappointed. My fault. The art was really underwhelming. Like someone else had remarked, there were blank canvases. Sure, it's probably because I don't understand it. I accept that. But, I can usually find multiple points of interest in other art museums. Another point worth noting is the staff. They are incredibly overbearing. I didn't have a purse/bag, didn't get close to the art, didn't even use flash on my phone to take pictures. But, they hover over everyone at such uncomfortable proximity that it's nearly impossible to enjoy the art at all. And, there's so many of them I grew up around DC. The museums there are free and there's no one breathing down your neck while you're walking around. There is maybe one person in each salon available to answer questions. I don't understand art, but I can still admire the pieces and try to learn something new. Constantly having people you don't know very obviously follow you around really takes the fun out of learning.