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Yard Dog
1510 Congress Ave S, Austin, TX 78704
+1 512 912 1613
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#220 of 151 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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This unique art gallery focuses on visionary folk artists of the American South. Featured artists have included self-taught painter Purvis Young, mud painter Jimmy Lee Sudduth, New Orleans artist Suzie Millions, recycled aluminum artist Slim Sirnes and Sultan Rogers. Many of the eclectic artists shown at yard Dog tend to work in isolation, creating from a place of intense drive and passion. If you are not in the market for a large painting, a variety of handmade gifts (found-object photo frames and more) are also offered. Secure online ordering is also available.

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Hours

M-F 11a-5p; Sa 11a-6p; Su noon-5p

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