Hours

 
JONES CENTER
700 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701
Wednesday, 12—9P
Thursday through Sunday, 12—6P
Free on Wednesday evenings and Thursdays!
Advanced tickets encouraged
 
LAGUNA GLORIA
3809 West 35th Street, Austin, TX 78703
Wednesday, 9A—3P
Thursday, 9A—9P
Friday through Sunday, 9A—3P
Free on Thursdays!
Advanced tickets encouraged
 
HOLIDAY CLOSURES
New Year’s Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day

Reserve Tickets

  
MEMBERS FREE
ADULTS $10
SENIORS $5
STUDENTS/EDUCATORS (w/ID) $5
UNDER 18 FREE
MILITARY (w/ID) FREE
MUSEUMS FOR ALL (with EBT card and a photo ID) FREE
THURSDAYS FREE
 
RESERVE TICKETS

Advanced ticket reservations are available. Walkups welcomed. Both museum locations are free for all visitors on Thursdays. Tickets include free admission to the other location within seven days of your visit.

We are proud to honor North American Reciprocal Memberships, Modern and Contemporary Reciprocal Memberships, and Texas Reciprocal Memberships. Please email [email protected] to reserve a ticket with your reciprocal membership.

Members of The Contemporary Austin receive unlimited, free admission to both locations. Join as a Member or renew your membership.

Your admission helps The Contemporary Austin mount an ambitious exhibition schedule and fund education and public programs for children, teens, and adults.

Please read our Visitor Guidelines below prior to reserving your admission ticket.

For accommodations, please email [email protected].

Visitor Guidelines & Safety

 
Please read the below carefully and enjoy your visit!

• Bring reusable water bottles and refreshments to Laguna Gloria, as needed, or order from our on-site café, Spread & Co.
• Food and drink are not permitted in the Jones Center galleries.
• Restrooms and hand sanitizer are available to visitors.
• Concealed or open weapons and firearms (including handguns) are not allowed. Sharp implements are not permitted in the Jones Center galleries.
• Bags larger than 12 x 18 x 3 inches are not permitted in the Jones Center galleries.
• Smoking, including electronic cigarettes, is not permitted inside any of our buildings, or within 20 feet of a doorway or outdoor sculpture. Smoking is also prohibited on the Moody Rooftop at the Jones Center and across the property grounds at Laguna Gloria.
• Service animals are welcome at both locations. Additionally, leashed pets may accompany guests on the Laguna Gloria grounds. Please keep all pets away from the sculptures and be respectful of the wildlife and ecology of the site.
• Download a map of Laguna Gloria and the Explore Guide in English and Spanish.
• Shop at The Contemporary is open at both museum locations. A curated selection of what we offer is also available on our online shop. All sales directly support the museum. Members receive 10% off all Shop purchases!
• The museum is open rain or shine. If you need to cancel your reservation, please call 512 458 8191 or email [email protected]. Please note you must cancel your timed admission tickets 24 hours ahead of your visit for a full refund. Tickets may not be transferred to another party or date, unless in the case of inclement weather.

Parking

 
The Contemporary Austin – Jones Center is located at 700 Congress Avenue, at the corner of 7th Street and Congress Avenue in the heart of downtown Austin.

Parking is available at paid street meters, as well as nearby commercial garages and lots. Two nearby options are: One American Center, 600 Congress Ave. (entrance off of 7th St. between Colorado and Congress); Omni Austin Hotel, Downtown Parking Garage, 700 San Jacinto Blvd. at 8th St. (entrance off Brazos and 8th St.). More info about downtown parking including a map of parking garages can be viewed here. ADA accessible parking is available throughout downtown Austin.

The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria is located at 3809 West 35th Street, Austin, Texas 78703. The entrance is at the end of the cul-de-sac, on the lefthand side directly across from Westwood Country Club.

Limited public parking is available on West 35th Street. ADA accessible parking is available on the grounds of Laguna Gloria. Please see the gate attendant for assistance or email [email protected].

Drop-in Tour Program

 
The Contemporary Austin’s Visitor Engagement team is ready to guide you through the unique settings at each of our locations – Jones Center and Laguna Gloria – and share some interesting facts about each site’s history and current art on view.

The drop-in tours are free with museum admission, and The Contemporary Austin is free on Thursdays!

Please visit our Events page for the dates and times of upcoming drop-in tours.

The tour taking place during Thursday’s extended evening hours at Laguna Gloria feature solar-powered lanterns to pave the way, as current lighting conditions require.

To schedule a group tour of 10 or more please email us at [email protected].

Digital Guide to the Museum

 
Enhance your visit to The Contemporary Austin and engage with our exhibitions and programs from anywhere using our new digital guide on Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and culture app.

Featuring exhibition guides, audio commentary, and additional resources, explore more ways to enjoy The Contemporary by downloading the app today!

Photo Sessions

 
A photography fee and advanced booking are required for all professional photography sessions. If you’ve booked a photo session, kindly check-in with our Visitor Engagement Team in the Jones Center lobby or the Visitor Center at Laguna Gloria upon arrival.

Please book in advance and pay the fee if any of the below apply to you:
• You are shooting portrait, posed, or formal people photography.
• You are shooting photos using approved equipment, such as tripods, lights, and props.

Photography sessions may be booked in advance here .

For the safety of the art on view, drone photography is not allowed at either museum location.

Spread & Co. at Laguna Gloria

 
Tuesday through Sunday, 9A–3P
Thursday, 9A–8P (with happy hour specials)
 
PRE-ORDER

This outlet of the Cherrywood eatery features a fresh and colorful menu, with items suited for eating on-site during your museum visit or taking to-go. Cheese boards perfect for a picnic, salads, sandwiches, coffee, beer, wine, and more!

Museum members will enjoy a 10% discount on all food and drink at Spread & Co.'s Laguna Gloria location!