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View Full Post Austin's Black Heritage: Visiting Six Square

Published: 6/18/2018

Six Square has emerged as Austin’s African-American Cultural District , the first of its kind in Texas, and Nefertitti Jackmon is the face of this trailblazing effort. As executive director, she works to foster community partnerships, to spotlight cultural contributions, and to create a space that’s as much a nod to the past as it is a building block for the future. Nefertitti Jackmon at historic Downs Mabson Field. Credit Annie Ray. “We’re building on the strong foundation that Six Square has already established in the East Austin community,” Nefertitti... read more

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Posted in: Neighborhoods Arts & Culture

View Full Post Austin on a Budget: 50 Free & Cheap Things To Do

Published: 6/5/2018

Stretch your travel dollars with these 50 free and cheap things to do while you’re in Austin. From affordable food truck eats and outdoor adventures to free museums and tours, you can experience the best of the city without putting a serious dent in your wallet. Texas State Capitol. Courtesy of the Texas State Preservation Board. 1. Stop in for a free guided tour of the granite Texas State Capitol , built in the late 1800s. 2. Tacos are a cheap and delicious dining option for breakfast, lunch or dinner! There are loads of amazing ones to try, but Veracruz All Natural has the... read more

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View Full Post 13 Summer Camps in Austin for Kids

Published: 5/17/2018

Pack up the kids and head to Austin for an educational experience they're not soon to forget! Find great summer camps for kids of all interests and ages. And while the kids are busy with all of their scheduled activities, there will be plenty of time for parents to explore all that Austin has to offer . Find some of our favorite camps for the summer in and around Austin. Austin Film Festival Summer Film Camp Summer Film Camp provides campers with the venue, the equipment, the instructors, and the team they need to create their very own short films. Campers learn everything they need to... read more

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View Full Post Visiting the Blanton Museum of Art

Published: 4/24/2018

There's so much to explore during a visit to the Blanton Museum of Art on the University of Texas at Austin campus . With nearly 18,000 works ranging from Greek pottery to Latin American modern art, you can spend the entire day at the museum and want to come back for more! If you don’t have all day to meander through the museum halls, our informative guide will make sure you see all the hits and get a great experience out of your visit. Permanent Collection While there are exciting exhibits coming and going at the Blanton year-round, visitors can always count on the... read more

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View Full Post 30 Must-See Historic Sites in Austin

Published: 4/9/2018

Listen up, history lovers! We’ve counted down 30 iconic Austin sites you can’t miss while visiting the capital city. Delve into the backstory of our fascinating town, where you can explore everything from art and history museums to lush parks, still kickin’ honky-tonks and restaurants that have proudly served up meals to generations of locals. Barton Springs Pool. 1. Early Austin businessman and philanthropist Andrew Jackson Zilker gifted the citizens of Austin with Zilker Park , a 360-acre oasis in the heart of downtown that’s the site of festivals and free music at... read more

Tags: Historical Downtown East Austin University of Texas Zilker Park Live Music Central West Austin Museums

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View Full Post 3-Day Austin Family Fun Itinerary

Published: 4/4/2018

Get weird, wild and wacky over a three-day weekend with this fun Austin itinerary. The whole family will keep busy with everything from outdoor adventures to kid-friendly attractions and lots of yummy eats in between. DAY 1 Big Top Candy Shop. Credit Jane Ko. Morning Fuel up for the day with a filling breakfast taco at Fresa’s South First (the Lorenzo is egg whites with spinach, black beans, avocado and cheddar cheese rolled up in a corn tortilla). Then head over to the multilevel part-tree fort, part-modern sculpture Cathedral of Junk , which features a dense tangle of jungle-like... read more

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View Full Post Your Perfect 3-Day Austin Itinerary

Published: 2/7/2018

Austin is the ideal place to enjoy a long weekend. But don’t expect to just kick back and relax. There’s way too much to see and do, from shopping on funky South Congress Avenue to stand-up paddleboarding on Lady Bird Lake and seeing live music in one of the many clubs around town. Get ready for three jam-packed days of fun! Sunset Bat Cruises on Lady Bird Lake, credit Geoff Duncan. DAY 1 Explore downtown with a Walking Tour from the Austin Visitor Center . Pick your own starting time and place – your guide will tailor a tour to suit your interests – or join a... read more

Tags: Itineraries Eat & Drink Tours Shopping South Congress Bats Historical Live Music Museums Outdoors

Posted in: Arts & Culture Eat & Drink

View Full Post Top Things To Do in Austin After Your Meeting

Published: 1/24/2018

Austin offers so much for visitors to see and do, whether traveling for work or play. If you're visiting for a business meeting or convention, make sure to experience the best of the city in your downtime. Go beyond the boardroom with this checklist: Gary Clark Jr. at Antone's. Credit Roger Ho. 1. Listen to live music. Austin's celebrated live music scene includes more than 250 live music venues with just about every genre represented; this is the Live Music Capital of the World® after all! We recommend checking out one of Austin's many iconic... read more

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Posted in: Arts & Culture Eat & Drink Live Music Outdoors

View Full Post The LGBTQ Arts Scene in Austin

Published: 1/22/2018

We like to do things differently in Austin, and our LGBTQ scene is no exception. Curran Nault, University of Texas at Austin professor and artistic director of OUTsider Fest , discovered that when he moved here from San Francisco. There’s not really a gayborhood vibe. “It’s different in that there’s a crossover in interests. People flock to what they’re excited about regardless of orientation,” notes Nault. He also found a unique kind of creative energy in Austin, buoyed by the relatively low cost of living. “People were doing risky weird stuff because... read more

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View Full Post Top January Events & Exhibits

Published: 1/2/2018

Headed to Austin this January? Get your fill of live music, outdoor activities, cultural events and exhibits you won't find anywhere else! Here are our top events and exhibits this month: Credit Geoff Duncan. Through 1/7/18 "The Open Road: Photography and the American Road Trip" Blanton Museum This unique exhibit explores the photographic road trip as a genre and America as an imaginative resource, presenting the stories of photographers for whom the American road was muse. blantonmuseum.org Through 1/15/18 Ice Skating On The Plaza at Whole Foods Whole Foods Lamar Spend... read more

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