Best Museum
The Blanton Museum of Art
The wait for a world-class art gallery was a long one, but in its second year open, it's hard to believe we lasted without it. The coolly elegant Blanton, with its labyrinth of galleries looping around the massive central atrium, has an Old World grandeur. The 17,000-piece collection, regularly supported by touring exhibitions, proves Austin knows its Durer from its Rothko, and the monthly B Scene late-night event has lived up to its playful name by becoming must-see artistry. And by next fall, the twin building will be up and running with an auditorium, cafe, gift shop, and classrooms.
The Blanton Museum of Art
200 E. MLK, 512/471-5482
blantonmuseum.org
