Arts Groups Lose Promised Grant Money in Friday Night NEA Massacre

Leading Austin cultural institutions face slashed finances

"...troupe Lannaya • Latinitas • Conjunto and Tejano music preservation and education nonprofit Rancho Alegre • The Museum of..."

May 5, 2025 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Art Prom, Pup Crawl, Eeyore’s Birthday, and More Recommended Events

A smattering of ways to fill your weekend

"...many, many other culinary delights.   – James Scott Preservation Austin Homes Tour..."

April 25, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Theatre Review: Unveiled Takes a Rodgers and Hammerstein Approach to the Bible

SoundBeacon Entertainment's new-old musical comes to Scottish Rite

"...hide her Jewish identity, attempting to advocate for the preservation of her people despite the constant threat of death..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

Day Trips: Renovations at the Alamo, San Antonio

The 300-year-old Alamo is on its way to being new again

"...Alamo Plaza in San Antonio is showing signs of..."

March 14, 2025 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Arts and Culture Events to Get You Off the Couch

It's spring break (for some of you), get out and have some fun

"...neck down. It’s a process of persistence and environmental preservation. The paintings are viewable for the next month, but..."

March 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Transformation of Dirty Sixth Has Begun

Cars at night and customers during the day

"...The preservation aspect of the Stream project is particularly important, Bodenman..."

March 14, 2025 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Selective Regulation

"...the government cites the protection of minors and the preservation of public morality as justifications for restricting access to..."

Feb. 13, 2025 Postmarks

When the Convention Center Is Demolished, 30 Years of Public Art Is Going With It

City won’t save iconic pieces from building redevelopment

"...owns the pieces and has no responsibility over their preservation. The Art in Public Places project has proposed preserving..."

Feb. 14, 2025 News Feature by Maryam Ahmed

Aquatic Anime and Crafty Options in This Week's Recommended Events

Getting out isn't just for the weekend

"...weaving in Black history into a story of culture preservation. The kickoff party includes tunes from DJ Wyldflower and..."

Feb. 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Opinion: Fighting for Diversity in the Face of New Challenges

A doctoral student and NIH-funded scholar addresses the devastating implications of Trump’s recent executive order to dismantle DEI initiatives

"...continue to be impacted. This is not a selfish preservation of funding or academic opportunities, nor is it rhetoric..."

Feb. 7, 2025 Column by Obi Onyegesi

Day Trips & Beyond: February Events Roundup

Travel news for history buffs, art appreciators, foodies, and more

"...will stand the march of time? The Port Aransas Preservation and Historical Association is selling personalized pavers for the..."

Jan. 31, 2025 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

City Council Gets Its Head in the Game

With only one first-term Trump-era vet and several rookies, Council squares up

"...on a range of issues – housing, homelessness, water preservation – amid Republican rule. Even when Austin’s leaders may..."

Jan. 31, 2025 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Michelle Rodriguez, Noah Hawley, and the Leagues to Enter Texas Film Hall of Fame

AFS to hold its biggest fundraiser at March 6 ceremony

"...Drafthouse Films and Neon – as well as founding preservation nonprofit the American Genre Film Archive, redefining collectibles through..."

Jan. 29, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

An L.A. Benefit, Toni Price Tribute, and More Crucial Concerts

Recommended shows for the week ahead

"...alt-rock style – with a bowed twist. Catch the partners-in-preservation Friday to celebrate mental health awareness.   – Amber..."

Jan. 24, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

A Winter Formal, a Yellow Brick Ball, and More Recommended Events

Arts and culture happenings for the weekend

"...Whittaker Homegrown Roots: A Celebration of Our Culture & Preservation..."

Jan. 24, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Does Farm-to-Table Still Matter?

What happens to a trendy movement once the buzz dies down

"...produce was sourced from farms in the immediate area. Preservation techniques were adopted to extend seasonality. Less perishable foods..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Food Feature by Brandon Watson

Alamo Drafthouse Lays Off Large Portion of Staff

Organizers estimate some sites lost up to 25% of hourly workers

"...Drafthouse's long term commitment to diverse programming and film preservation...."

Jan. 14, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

New Year's Adjacent Events for the Week Ahead

Crafts, comedy, and more

"...world wavers over climate change’s steep ledge, conversations about preservation have produced the most fascinating works of 2024. From..."

Dec. 27, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

City Votes to Designate 12th Street Building a Landmark

While a different Eastside venue keeps looking for cash

"...Eureka Holdings. Over 1,500 people signed a petition by Preservation Austin calling on the city to save the building,..."

Dec. 20, 2024 Music Column by Carys Anderson

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...reports that Council’s vote is a rare victory for preservationists, who collected 1,600 signatures for a petition requesting the..."

Dec. 20, 2024 News Feature

Opinion: Enough Is Enough – Preserving Austin’s Vanishing Soul

How property rights legislation is decimating Texas heritage

"...What is the solution? Advocate groups like Preservation Austin are working tirelessly to shape proactive preservation policy..."

Dec. 6, 2024 Column by JuanRaymon Rubio

Day Trips & Beyond: December Events Roundup

Find a December adventure

"...in 1971, the John Fairey Garden is an extraordinary preservation garden on 39 acres widely acclaimed for the originality..."

Nov. 29, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...The city of Austin is replacing its 40-year-old historic preservation plan in an effort to better protect its cultural..."

Nov. 29, 2024 News Feature

Day Trips & Beyond: November Events Roundup

Baby Buc-ee's, a bonfire ban, and bluebonnet planting top our fall news

"...House Café, with a portion of sales supporting garden preservation. Leashed pets are welcome. Nov. 8, San Antonio, saparks.org/japanese-tea-garden..."

Nov. 1, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Horror Abounds in Our Weekday Event Recommendations

But it's more than just scares

"...business afloat can be an uphill battle. Thanks to Preservation Austin – originally the Heritage Society of Austin –..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

A T-Rex, Trivia, and Twilight, in This Week’s Recommended Events

Take those long arms and find a weekday happening

"...Library is holding a free interactive workshop on historical preservation. Eventgoers will learn and discuss the importance of preserving..."

Sept. 20, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Mélat, Chingona Fest, Benjamin Tod, and More Crucial Concerts

Lots of sounds to be heard this week

"...The legendary Preservation Hall Jazz Band brings its brand of New Orleans..."

Sept. 13, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White

Day Trips & Beyond: September Events Roundup

Historic hotels, hummingbirds, and highways

"...Well, not exactly, but the folks responsible for the preservation and the renovation of the Gage Hotel in Marathon..."

Sept. 6, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

The UMLAUF’s Getting Way Bigger

Nonprofit to integrate artist’s home with sculpture garden

"...stitch the two properties together through its UMLAUF Historic Preservation, Expansion, and Unification Plan. The plan was recently endorsed..."

Aug. 23, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

aGLIFF President Todd Hogan and Spotlighting Filmmaker Fernando Andrés Reflect on Identity

PRISM 37 highlights the poignantly human and relatable

"...mean that the power of these stories and the preservation of these stories is not still paramount to the..."

Aug. 21, 2024 Screens Post by Cy White

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