At Harry Ransom Center you will enjoy viewing the first successful permanent photograph ever taken, alongside one of only remaining Gutenberg Bibles, created in 1456. Also showcased here are rare compositions and manuscripts by Galileo, Beethoven, Hemingway, and more. You will find a wonderful collection of theater arts pieces and a book library with over 800,000 priceless manuscripts. Take advantage of the free admission and experience many of the University's unique treasures. Rotating exhibitions and workshops also allow visitors to interact with artists, actors, and writers.
A replica of Shakespeare's Globe theater, this one is Austin's best kept secret. Located at Coldwater Canyon Drive, to the north west of Austin, it lies on the banks of Coldwater Creek. Home to a number of plays, it regularly keeps changing events, to present a variety to the crowd. Keep an eye on their website, to know the latest schedule of events. Parking is available at a short distance from the venue.
The Saengerrunde Hall boasts of a history that goes back to late 1890s and early 1900s. Centrally located on the San Jacinto Boulevard, it was established as a singing society for the German settlers in Austin. The facility comprises of a main hall that can accommodate up to 400 people and a terrace area which can hold up to a 100 persons. Technologically, it has been endowed with all the right trimmings, making it great for private and social affairs like dance recitals, weddings as well as corporate events.There is even a bowling facility which is often sought by private and corporate parties.
Ben Hur Shrine is a men's fraternal organization that also hosts cultural events for everyone. The auditorium is the hub for dance, drama and other cultural activities. It can accommodate up to 220 and has private lounge as well as a bar in it. Ben Hur Shrine is elegant with its polished wooden floors, ivory walls and hanging ceiling lamps.
Big Medium is a non-profit community initiative that aims to promote local artistic talent, and provide budding artists with studio space and exhibition opportunities. In addition, the organization also provides tours of its spaces and the paintings within it. This East Austin location is their headquarters, while they also have another studio in West Austin. This location consists of five buildings, where one can find art from a number of artists such as Chun Hui Pak, Dave Kucko, Melissa Borrell, Terri McGee, Hollis Hammonds, Andrew Saldana and many others. Call ahead before visiting.
Know the efforts taken by the Department of Public Safety by visiting the Texas Department of Public Safety Historical Museum and Research Center. The department was established in 1935 and this museum exhibits uniforms, machinery and artifacts that have been used by them since then. A stroll through the museum enlightens its visitors about the services and achievements of the department. People of all ages are welcomed to the museum and can know more about the forensics and methods used by the Department of Public Safety to solve their cases.