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Austin Museum of Art at Laguna Gloria

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Austin Museum of Art at Laguna Gloria
3809 Old Bull Creek Rd, Austin, TX 78703
+1 512 458 8191
site: Austin Museum of Art at Laguna Gloria
#150 of 151 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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Perched on 12 1/2 palm- and pecan-shaded acres overlooking Lake Austin -- believed by some to be part of a claim staked out for his retirement by Stephen F. Austin, who didn't live to enjoy the view -- this lovely Mediterranean-style villa was built in 1916 by Austin newspaper publisher Hal Sevier and his wife, Clara Driscoll, best known for her successful crusade to save the Alamo from commercial development. The mansion was long used to host major traveling art shows, but, since it reopened in late 2003 following a $3.5-million renovation, the focus instead is on the historic aspects of the home and grounds. The lower-profile art exhibits held here no longer distract from the architecture and landscaping, which speak for themselves. Tip: If the weather's nice, bring along a picnic lunch to enjoy by the lake. It's one of the prettiest spots in the city and, during the week, one of the most peaceful. Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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Directions

Bus: 9 (Sat only)

Area

1 mile past west end of 35th St. at the foot of Mt. Bonnell

Hours

Tu-Sa 10a-6p, Th 10a-8p, Su noon-5p

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