Austin, TX is known for great barbecue, live music, and the Texas Longhorns. But on your next visit to the Texas capital city, be sure to reserve a few hours for the Blanton Museum of Art.

The Blanton is one of the largest university art museums in the country, featuring over 17,000 permanent pieces. The museum displays a broad variety of art genres including European, American, Contemporary, and Latin American Art. Every third Thursday of the month the museum offers free admission.

Check out a sneak preview from our recent visit: