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Blanton Museum of Art

Blanton Museum of Art is a art museum in Austin, Texas. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Blanton Museum of Art?

The Jack S. Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest university art museums in the U.S. with 189,340 square feet devoted to temporary exhibitions, permanent collection galleries, storage, administrative offices, classrooms, a print study room, an auditorium, shop, and cafe. The Blanton's permanent collection consists of more than 22,000 works, with significant holdings of modern and contemporary art, Latin American art, Old Master paintings, and prints and drawings from Europe, the United States, and Latin America. In 2024, the Blanton was ranked by the Washington Post as one of the five best college art museums in the U.S., "thanks to its dynamic programs, commitment to research and public-facing engagement."

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Museum details

Name
Blanton Museum of Art
Type
Art Museum
City
Austin
State
Texas
Website
http://www.blantonmuseum.org
IMLS Museum ID
8404800390
Coordinates
30.26993, -97.74336
What kind of museum is Blanton Museum of Art?

Blanton Museum of Art is classified as a art museum in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more art museums →

Where is Blanton Museum of Art located?

Blanton Museum of Art is located in Austin, Texas at approximately 30.26993, -97.74336. See the map above.

Does Blanton Museum of Art have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.blantonmuseum.org. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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