Blanton B Scene

Austin´s art party returns! TICKETS DROP SEPT. 1 [Aug. 31 for members].
Celebrate ancient Maya art and contemporary Latino art at B Scene! DJ sets from Chulita Vinyl Club and Grammy Winner Adrian Quesada will set the tone as you explore three new exhibitions late into the night. Plus, hear from the Blanton´s first curator of Latino art, Claudia Zapata, and, slow it down with art during signature Slow Looking tours.
(NOTE: all times subject to change)
– 6:00 p.m. Chulita Vinyl Club
– 8:00 p.m. Curator’s Choice Latino Art tour with Claudia Zapata
– 8:30 p.m. Adrian Quesada [DJ Set]
– Slow Looking art experiences (time TBD)
Enjoy late access till 10pm to “Austin” and our galleries, as well as these new exhibitions:
– “Forces of Nature: Ancient Maya Art from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art” – This exhibition explores the rich world of the supernatural in ancient Maya art, through 200 works from LACMA´s notable collection – including ceramic vessels and figurines, and greenstone jewelry from present-day Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. On view in our Butler gallery.
– “If the Sky Were Orange: Art in the Time of Climate Change” – This special two-part exhibition explores the history and contemporary urgency of climate-related issues. Guest curated by journalist Jeff Goodell. On view in our Contemporary Project, Paper Vault, and Film & Video galleries.
Info & updates also available on blantonmuseum.org/events/blanton-b-scene-september-2023/
Blanton Members get discounted tickets and access to the members-only bar. Members can also enjoy 20% off all Museum Store purchases! Not yet a member? Join today at blantonmuseum.org/membership