The LBJ Library is a great museum to visit. It is on the University of Texas campus at:
2313 Red River St.
Admission is free. 		 
 

 
 

The French Legation is said to b the oldest framed building in Austin. It was completed in 1841 as a lavish residence for a representative of the French government. Texas was a fledgling republic at that time. The streets in Austin were unpaved and homes were mostly log cabins. This historic home is open for tours.

 

 

 

Museums in Austin.

Valued visitors,

Museums are a fun place to take the kids, and they help to make your house hunting trip a mini vacation.

"The Austin Museum Partnership" is a consortium of Austin-area museums organized in 1998. Visit their website for a list of all
participating museums and info on current events and shows!

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Roselind

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roselind Hejl, Realtor
Coldwell Banker United Realtors
512-327-0385

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LBJ Presidential Library and Museum - Learn about President Johnson and this eventful period in our nation's history.

Historic Home of O. Henry - This Queen Ann style cottage has been restored and contains memoirs from the life of O. Henry, the master of the short story.

Blanton Museum of Art - The Blanton has a notable permanent collection of Old Master paintings, and modern and contemporary American and Latin American art. At Congress & MLK Blvd.

Elisabet Ney Museum - Located in the Hyde Park neighborhood, this is the home of sculptress, Elisabet Ney. Her home has stood as a public artistic center since 1911.

The Austin Museum of Art Downtown - Exhibitions of modern and contemporary art from around the world. Located at 823 Congress Avenue.

The Austin Museum of Art Laguna Gloria - Located in the historic Driscoll House in a beautiful lakeside setting at 809 W. 35th Street.

Texas Memorial Museum of Science and History - A joint effort of the University of Texas and the State, this museum preserves the historic treasures of Texas.

The Bob Bullock Texas History Museum - Recently opened museum that tells the story of Texas. Includes an IMAX movie theater.

Umlauf Sculpture Garden - This collection of work by sculptor, Charles Umlauf is displayed outdoors in a native garden.

Bremond Block of historical homes - Start at the corner of Guadalupe and 8th Street, and take a walking tour of this historic area.


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