419 Congress Avenue
Another Austin gem, the Mexic-Arte Museum is dedicated to preserving and celebrating both traditional and contemporary Mexican, Latino and Latin American art and culture. From exhibitions about Nacimientos, the traditional Mexican nativity scenes to Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, the Mexic-Arte Museum is definitely worth a visit if you’re downtown. Visit and tours are free on Sundays! Their hours are 12 PM - 5 PM.
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700 Congress Ave
The Jones Center on Congress Avenue is the museum’s gallery space in downtown Austin with exhibitions by acclaimed contemporary artists and a full calendar of cultural opportunities in an architecturally significant building. Admission is free for all visitors every Thursday from 12 PM - 6 PM with advanced tickets encouraged.
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Photo credit: Larry D. Moore via Wikipedia
605 Azie Morton Rd
This museum and outdoor sculpture garden focuses on the artistic works of American sculptor Charles Umlauf who lived and worked in Austin for 40 years. Members and children 4 & under are always free as well as those with TAM and NARM cards. They also host free Family Days the second Sunday of each month. They're open on Tuesdays thru Fridays from 10 AM – 4 PM, and on Saturdays & Sundays from 11 AM – 4 PM.
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Photo via Texas Military Forces Museum
2200 W 35th St Building 6
This 45,000-square foot historical museum showcases Texas military history alongside uniforms, weapons, tanks, artillery, aircraft, helicopters, and more. Admission is always free; they're open Tuesdays thru Sundays, 10 AM - 4 PM.
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304 E 44th Street
Located just a few blocks north of Hyde Park, the Elizabet Ney Museum makes for a relaxing and beautiful lunch break. German sculptor Elisabet Ney immigrated to Texas in the mid-1800s and went on to produce life-sized marble sculptures of legends in Texan history such as Sam Houston and Stephen F. Austin. View her work as well as an array of contemporary art in her historic studio and home. Admission is always free, with hours Wednesdays thru Sundays, 12 PM - 5 PM.
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Various Locations
All around The University of Texas, you'll find works of art and history on display for the whopping cost of $0. Whether you seek out a particular one or go on a walking tour, you'll be sure to walk away a little smarter and a little more inspired. They've even got an app where you can find an array of digital resources and self-guided tours. This open-air experience is available to you 24/7 - what are you waiting for?
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