ABOUT AMOA
With two locations to welcome our city and its visitors, the Austin Museum of Art presents an array of art experiences in the fun, informal, and collaborative spirit of Austin. As a community-oriented museum, we reflect the character and vibrancy of our city. We’re Austin’s Museum of Art!
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AMOA-Downtown
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Reflecting the unconventional spirit of Austin, AMOA-Downtown offers informative and informal art experiences oriented towards the interests of a broad general audience. The welcoming and centrally located galleries serve as the Museum’s primary exhibition site and present continually changing exhibitions and education programs that showcase an array of twentieth-century and contemporary art. To complement the art on view, the Museum presents a broad range of accessible, interdisciplinary, and hands-on public education programs for schoolchildren, families, and adults. These art experiences include gallery tours, performances, talks, and opportunities to respond to the exhibitions. The AMOA Museum Store offers a wide range of art-inspired gifts, jewelry, books, and toys. AMOA-Downtown also features the Community Room, a place for activities and private functions with gallery access. |
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AMOA-Laguna Gloria
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As the Museum’s original home, AMOA-Laguna Gloria is a monument to our long-standing commitment to the community—offering a unique experience of history, art, and nature. Visitors can tour the recently restored 1916 Italianate-style villa that was the home of Texas legend Clara Driscoll. Inside they can view intimate art exhibitions and attend informative educational discussions focusing on art and nature. Outside they can stroll the lush 12-acre grounds overlooking Lake Austin and enjoy sculpture and the revitalized historic gardens. This beloved site has been declared a national treasure and is on city, state, and national registries of historic places. It is also home to The Art School, a thriving hub of activity with more than 400 classes taught annually where adults and children are encouraged to express themselves. AMOA-Laguna Gloria provides a tranquil setting for private parties and community gatherings year-round.
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Location: 823 Congress Avenue at 9th Street
Hours:
Closed Mondays and Holidays (listed below)
Tues, Wed, Fri 10-5
Thurs 10-8,
Sat 10-6
Sun Noon-5,
Admission: AMOA Members Free, Adults $5, Seniors/Students $4, Under 12 Free
Parking: Convenient parking is available at the 823 Parking Garage, located on the northwest corner of 9th and Brazos. Meter parking is free after 5:30 pm on week days and all day on weekends.
Telephone: 512.495.9224
For inclement weather closings: 512.495.9224, ext. 228
2010 Holidays & Abbreviated Hours for AMOA-Downtown
Independence Day (Sunday, July 4): Closed
Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 25): Closed
Christmas Eve (Friday, December 24): Open til 3pm
Christmas Day (Saturday, December 25): Closed
New Year's Eve (Friday, December 31): Open til 3pm
New Year's Day 2011 (Saturday, January 1): Closed
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Location: 3809 West 35th Street west of Mopac
Hours:
Villa:
Closed Monday
Tuesday-Wednesday 12-4
Thursday-Sunday 10-4
Grounds: 9-5 Mon-Sat, 10-5 Sun.
Weekend Public Tours: 1 pm
Admission: Suggested donation $3
Parking: Free parking on the grounds or
along 35th Street
Telephone: Driscoll Villa: 512.458.8191
Tours: 512.495.9224, ext. 313
The Art School: 512.323.6380
Grounds Rental: 512.458.8191, ext. 255
Wireless internet provided for AMOA Visitors, Members, and Students of The Art School
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