Center for American History/Eugene C. Barker Texas History Center
Type of Site
Museums
Museums
Neighborhood
Central
Central
Interests That Apply
History, Photography, Music, Literature
History, Photography, Music, Literature
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks:
Available on site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms:
Available
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Center for American History/Eugene C. Barker Texas History Center
Texas and American History
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1 University Station D1100 (University of Texas at Austin) Austin, TX 78712 |
+1 512 495 4515 Fax: +1 512 495 4542 |
Description
Located on the University of Texas campus inside Sid Richardson Hall is a unique library of archives focused on Texas and Southern history. Several rotating and permanent exhibitions are showcased here, along with the Texas Music Collection. The collection features vintage posters from the Armadillo World Headquarters, a popular live music venue in the 1970s. Visitors also enjoy the Stevie Ray Vaughan Collection and the entire New York Times archive.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 10am-5pm, Mon-FriNotes: The center is also open 9am-2pm on Saturdays when the university is in session.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: If you're just stopping to see the current exhibit, the time you spend here may be only 15 minutes. But if you're doing research, your stay could be several hours.
Price: Free
Exposure
Indoor with climate control.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Bicycle
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Parking Availability: Yes
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