How to Enjoy Austin's Umlauf Sculpture Garden

If you are traveling to Austin, you will certainly enjoy a day at the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum. Featuring over 130 drawings, sculptures and paintings, the sculpture garden celebrates the work of Charles Umlauf, a prolific American artist who is mostly known for his sculptures. Funded by a community endowment, the sculpture garden features a more refined side to Austin’s offbeat reputation.

Things You'll Need

• Cash
• Laptop (optional)

Instructions

1. Plan your visit to the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum. Take into consideration the hours of operation, 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM on Wednesday through Friday and 1:00 PM through 4:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Weekends and mornings are the most crowded, so plan accordingly. The museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Admission is $3.50 for adults, $2.50 for seniors, $1.00 for students and free for members and children.

2. Take a guided tour of the museum to maximize your enjoyment. The museum prefers that you make a reservation for your tour two weeks in advance by calling [phone]. Guided tours ensure that a knowledgeable member of the museum is able to offer their expertise to you.

3. Bring a laptop computer and take advantage of the wireless Internet offered by the museum for free.

4. Register to be a part of the museum’s many educational programs. Workshops, camps, talks and lectures are all offered by the museum as a part of a community outreach effort that speaks to the museum’s commitment to being an accessible venue for art.

5. Become a member of the Umlauf Sculpture Garden. Membership grants you free unlimited access to the museum all year long and discounts on the various art and music events. Special members-only events are also hosted. Besides contributing to the museum, you are also ensuring yourself a way to cultivate your artistic side whenever the need arises. The museum staff will be able to assist you with membership information.

Resources

• Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum