The LBJ Library          Museums and Gardens To get a true taste of Austin, visit some of our museums: LBJ Presidential Library and Museum - Learn about President Johnson and this eventful period in our nation's history. Historic Home of O. Henry - This Queen Ann style cottage has been restored and contains memoirs from the life of O. Henry, the master of the short story. Elisabet Ney Museum - Located in the Hyde Park neighborhood, this is the home of sculptress, Elisabet Ney. Her home has stood as a public artistic center since 1911. The Austin Museum of Art Downtown - Exhibitions of modern and contemporary art from around the world. Located at 823 Congress Avenue. The Austin Museum of Art Laguna Gloria - Located in the historic Driscoll House in a beautiful lakeside setting at 809 W. 35th Street. Texas Memorial Museum of Science and History - A joint effort of the University of Texas and the State, this museum preserves the historic treasures of Texas. The Bob Bullock Texas History Museum - Recently opened museum that tells the story of Texas. Includes an IMAX movie theater. Umlauf Sculpture Garden - This collection of work by sculptor, Charles Umlauf, displayed outdoors in a native garden, is dedicated "to providing experiences that encourage the understanding and appreciation of American sculpture." Bremond Block of historical homes - Start at the corner of Guadalupe and 8th Street, and take a walking tour of this historic area.

“The Austin Museum Partnership is a consortium of Austin-area museums organized in 1998. Visit their website for a list of all participating museums and info on current events and shows! http://www.austinmuseums.org/ Museums are a fun place to take the kids, and makes your house hunting trip a mini vacation. And, thanks for your visit to my website!” Roselind

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