Harry Ransom Center (HRC) is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

1. Harry Ransom Center (HRC)

9.2
University of Texas at Austin (300 West 21st Street), Austin, TX
Museum · University of Texas-Austin · 25 tips and reviews

Beth K.Beth Krauss: Check out the Gutenberg Bible and the first photograph, of course. But also make sure to explore the temporary exhibit showcasing a selection of the Ransom's 41 million artifacts. Read more.

Social N.Social News Network: Known for having the Gutenberg Bible and the First Photograph; also features special exhibitions that switch out every season. Great research library on the second floor. Admission is free!

Stephanie R.Stephanie R.: Really awesome exhibit space! #makinggwtw was so interesting and had so much to see

The Blanton Museum of Art is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

2. The Blanton Museum of Art

9.0
200 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd (at Congress Ave), Austin, TX
Art Museum · University of Texas-Austin · 74 tips and reviews

Tune O.Tune Outhavong: Catch the museum during B-Scene to kill several birds with one stone: see the newest exhibit, have a fun (and inexpensive) night out, support the arts, etc.

Theresa N.Theresa Noyes: You can't go wrong with collections or exhibits here. Read more.

Social N.Social News Network: Features a wonderful permanent collection with all genres and special exhibitions that switch out every season. Thursdays are free; open until late every third Thursday. Free for current UT students!

Bullock Texas State History Museum is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

3. Bullock Texas State History Museum

9.1
1800 Congress Ave (at Martin Luther King Jr Blvd), Austin, TX
History Museum · Downtown Austin · 73 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Tells the “Story of Texas” with three floors of interactive exhibits, the special effects show, The Star of Destiny, in the Texas Spirit Theater, and Austin's only IMAX Theatre.

Wendy K.Wendy Kalthoff: I learn so much every time I come, They have great rotating exhibits. The staff and volunteers are incredibly helpful as well.

Marion D.Marion D: Great exhibition on La Belle, a French ship that sank in the bay in the 17th Century. Ground floor.

The Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

4. The Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum

9.0
2313 Red River St (at E Dean Keeton St.), Austin, TX
History Museum · University of Texas-Austin · 48 tips and reviews

Melissa B.Melissa Bales: The LBJ exhibit was good, awesome bonus was the Walter Cronkite exhibit was a bonus, and admission to both was free!

Zachary C.Zachary Casares: Free for students, the special exhibits are very cool!

C-SPANC-SPAN: Check out the "Sixty from the '60s" exhibit to learn about 60 influential people from the 1960s including Bob Dylan and Barbara Streisand. To learn more watch this C-SPAN video. Read more.

Thinkery is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

5. Thinkery

8.8
1830 Simond Ave, Austin, TX
Science Museum · 47 tips and reviews

Chris P.Chris Patten: Great exhibits and tons to do!

Tim R.Tim Robertson: Excellent place! They have aprons and crocs for the water activities, a place to eat your own snacks and a ton of cool exhibits!

♓June♓ M.♓June♓ Muñoz Niblett: Great place for the kiddos & parents!! Lots of great activities, exhibits, & an awesome outdoor playground. 👍👍

The Contemporary Austin: Jones Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

6. The Contemporary Austin: Jones Center

8.5
700 Congress Ave (at 7th St), Austin, TX
Art Museum · Downtown Austin · 28 tips and reviews

Austin 360Austin 360: The art exhibits at Arthouse are like nothing you’ve seen before. Literally. The gallery focuses on exhibiting the works of up-and-coming artist from around the world.

smartUSAsmartUSA: Since 1961, exhibitions of local and national masterpieces have graced the walls at this local Austin gem.

Official smart USAOfficial smart USA: Since 1961, exhibitions of local and national masterpieces have graced the walls at this local Austin gem.

Ao5 Gallery is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

7. Ao5 Gallery

8.1
10000 Research Blvd Ste 118, Austin, TX
Art Gallery · Arboretum · 11 tips and reviews

Chris C.Chris Casual: Did this. The permanent Dr. Seuss exhibit is worth checking out. It features a lot of his lost and forgotten work with more adult subject matter. Friendly staff will tell you all about it!

Dana B.Dana Barry: Should go see the Dr. Seuss exhibit. It was fun!

Leggy V.Leggy Voodoo: The Seuss exhibit is great if you're a fan. Lots of works from his personal collection that are rarely exhibited. The mix of contemporary artists is great too, it's an interesting galley space!

Austin Nature & Science Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

8. Austin Nature & Science Center

8.3
301 Nature Center Dr, Austin, TX
Park · 20 tips and reviews

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: Nonprofit community center provides nature exhibits and natural science education resources. Includes rescued wildlife, such as wild cats, birds and skunks.

Jeffrey C.Jeffrey C.: Take a hike...start at the back of the Birds of Prey exhibit.

Clarissa M.Clarissa McDaniel: Neat animals and exhibits. Free educational fun

Barton Springs Splash! Exhibit is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

9. Barton Springs Splash! Exhibit

8.4
2201 Barton Springs Rd (at Andrew Zilker Rd.), Austin, TX
Science Museum · Barton Hills · 3 tips and reviews

Chance H.Chance Heck: Come stop by the Barton Springs Splash Exhibit to learn about the Edwards Aquifer and to see a live barton springs salamander!

Liz E.Liz Eagan: Free exhibit and full if interesting things. The kids loved it!!!

Shannon J.Shannon Jeropke: Take the time to visit this and learn about the Barton Springs! It’s really interesting!

The Art School of the Austin Museum of Art - Laguna Gloria is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

10. The Art School of the Austin Museum of Art - Laguna Gloria

8.0
3809 W 35th St, Austin, TX
Museum · Tarrytown · 9 tips and reviews

Nikon USANikon USA: When photographing at AMOA, don’t forget to utilize a wide angle lens – these are often needed for photographs of larger sculptures or exhibits, as well as the museum itself.

Austin 360Austin 360: Laguna Gloria is an indoor/outdoor venue that includes a mile of Lake Austin shoreline. See art exhibits inside and walk through sculpture and the historic gardens outside

Nadia S.Nadia Swan: Sculpture is beautiful and a great setting!

Gallery Black Lagoon is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

11. Gallery Black Lagoon

8.1
4301 Guadalupe St Ste A (W 43rd St), Austin, TX
Art Gallery · Hyde Park · 3 tips and reviews

Deborah G.Deborah Gill: Always great exhibits and works for sale !

Lulu M.Lulu McAllister: Great selection of contemporary local artists.

Singer M.Singer Mayberry: Don't miss the next art opening at the gallery Friday June 22nd! Processed Repeat, Group Show featuring prints and photography by 16 Austin Artists.

Umlauf Sculpture Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

12. Umlauf Sculpture Garden

8.2
605 Robert E Lee Rd, Austin, TX
Art Gallery · Zilker · 25 tips and reviews

Elizabeth H.Elizabeth Hall: Love this museum for decades! Enjoyed sharing it with girl scout troops several times over 10 years I was an active leader plus I keep up with their yearly schedule of temporary / traveling exhibits.

Mickey O.Mickey Owen: Nice sculptures. Rotating exhibit of other artist along with Umlauf’s sculptures.

Evi YuniartiEvi Yuniarti: Tranquil ambiance, nice place to wind down..

Texas Memorial Museum (TMM) is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

13. Texas Memorial Museum (TMM)

8.0
University of Texas at Austin (2400 Trinity Street), Austin, TX
History Museum · University of Texas-Austin · 9 tips and reviews

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: Located in the Texas Natural Science Center, the Texas Memorial Museum has exhibits on wildlife, dinosaurs, fossils, gems and minerals. Visitors can see the paleontology lab and visit with scientists.

Carl K.Carl Kleine: I truly wonderful place to be for a rainy afternoon

Joshua G.Joshua Garza: The museum store has lots to offer if you are into rocks & dinosaurs.

Mexic-Arte Museum is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

14. Mexic-Arte Museum

7.5
419 Congress Ave (at 5th St), Austin, TX
Art Museum · Downtown Austin · 20 tips and reviews

Benjamin M.Benjamin Martinez: fascinating cultural spot. interesting exhibits and knowledgeable staff. the exhibit that is up now is a very insightful look into Mexican anarchy and rebellions. a must see museum.

Amanda M.Amanda Moreland: Smaller exhibit than I had expected. Even so, it was nice! The floor is squeaky.

Adam L.Adam Loudermilk: Wonderful piece of culture in downtown. Small but very rich. An easy must-see!

George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Exhibits in Austin.

15. George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center

8.0
1165 Angelina St, Austin, TX
History Museum · Central East Austin · 10 tips and reviews

BETBET: Dedicated to the collection, preservation & exhibition of African-American historical & cultural material. In honor of Black History, see more African-Americans' accomplishments: http://bet.us/BHM"

Sharick C.Sharick Crummell: Very touching and informative Museum. Has a beautiful section dedicated to the Juneteenth Commemoration.

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: African American neighborhood history museum features artifacts, community-related photographs, oral histories, videos and archival materials.