B Scene: Color Me Cute
April 24, 2026
7-11 p.m.
Step into a bold, playful after‑hours celebration inspired by American Modernism. Enjoy cocktails, creative activities, and captivating collections, then let live performances by Dossey and Jane Leo light up the night. Costumes encouraged—go vibrant and come dressed to impress!
Discounted member tickets are now on sale. General tickets go on sale starting Tuesday, February 24. Not yet a member? Find out how to join, here.
Please note regular museum discounts such as UT ID Holder, Military, K-12 Teacher, Student, Reciprocity and Senior do not apply for special events.
What to know before your visit:
- $15 event parking is available at UT’s Brazos Garage. Members get $4 parking, payable at garage with proof of membership. Rideshares can drop off in the Drop-Off circle on Brazos St. Get tips on bicycle parking and public transportation routes here.
- Check-In to receive your B Scene wristband.
- Visit our Accessibility & Amenities page for detailed navigation and other resources.
- Tickets are non-refundable. Your purchase supports programs like this! Read our Ticketing Terms and Conditions page.
- Have a question we didn’t answer? See our FAQs. For additional questions, contact our Visitor Services team during regular museum hours at 512.471.5482 or info@blantonmuseum.org.
Admission tickets are valid 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (to 8:00 p.m. on Saturdays) on the selected date of visit. All visitors must visit the Check-In Desk first to receive a ticket, regardless of member status or whether tickets have been purchased online ahead of time.
If you would also like to support the Museum's programming, conservation and research you can make an additional donation on the next page.
Blanton All Day: Tickets are required for this series. Go to our Blanton All Day ticketing page to purchase.
Everything you need to know before your visit:
And don’t forget!
- Tickets are non-refundable. Read our Ticketing Terms and Conditions page.
- Military and Non-UT Austin college students must present a valid ID at check-in.
- Blanton Members, UT Austin ID holders, and K-12 teachers receive free admission upon presentation of a valid ID at check-in.
- Parking: See all parking options HERE. Check garage availability before you get here!
Would you like to become a member or renew a current membership? CLICK HERE!
Enjoy a full day of art talks & tours, music, and activities for all ages. Food & drink for sale, or pack your own picnic! Check the schedule here.
Admission: $20, (Ages 6-17: $10; 5 & Under: Free). Blanton Members: Always Free. (Other discounts such as UT ID Holder, Military, K-12 Teacher, Museum Reciprocal, Senior do not apply)
at 3pm followed by Q&A and book signing. A reservation will need to be made a link above in addition to ticket purchase.
What to know before your visit:
Art with an Expert – The Making of an Icon: How Basquiat Became a Global Brand
LIMITED SEATING- EVENT REQUIRES RESERVATION IN ADDITION TO BLANTON ALL DAY TICKET PURCHASE
To complete your order, add your ticket as well as the correct number of participants for Art with Expert.
Learn how artistic legacy and market forces combined to create a global icon.
Jean-Michel Basquiat’s ascent from a young artist navigating downtown New York in the early 1980s to joining the twin pantheons of fine art and popular culture is a remarkable chapter in contemporary culture. His meteoric rise was not driven by artistic talent alone. It required a network of dealers, collectors, and tastemakers who transformed his art into cultural currency. Drawing from his new book, Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Making of an Icon, former President of the Americas at Christie’s and former McKinsey & Company partner Doug Woodham takes you behind the scenes to reveal how artistic legacy and market forces combined to create a global icon. Followed by Q&A and book signing with the artist. Books will be available for purchase in the Museum Store.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Doug Woodham is Managing Partner of Art Fiduciary Advisors and the former President of the Americas at Christie’s. A Ph.D. economist and former McKinsey partner, he brings a rare combination of art-world experience and analytical rigor to the study of cultural icons. He is the author of Jean-Michel Basquiat: The Making of an Icon (Thames & Hudson, 2025) and Art Collecting Today (Allworth Press, 2017).
Every Tuesday visitors get free admission, generously provided by the Moody Family Free Day Endowment. If you would also like to support the Museum's programming, conservation, and research you can make an additional donation on the next page.
Tuesday admission tickets are valid 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on the selected date of visit. Last entry for all galleries is 4:30pm.
All visitors must visit the Check-In Desk first to receive a ticket, regardless of member status or whether tickets have been purchased online ahead of time.
Everything you need to know before your visit:
And don’t forget!
- Tuesday Admission tickets are not valid for any other program or exchange. Tickets are non-refundable. Ticketing terms and conditions are here.
- Parking: See all parking options HERE. Check garage availability before you get here!
Blanton All Day: Tickets are required for this series. Go to our Blanton All Day ticketing page to purchase.
Would you like to become a member or renew a current membership? CLICK HERE!
Sound Break
Admission tickets are valid 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (to 8:00 p.m. on Saturdays) on the selected date of visit. Sound Break tickets include regular admission. All visitors must visit the Check-In Desk first to receive a ticket, regardless of member status or whether tickets have been purchased online ahead of time.
If you would also like to support the Museum's programming, conservation and research you can make an additional donation on the next page.
Everything you need to know before your visit:
And don’t forget!
- Tickets are non-refundable. Read our Ticketing Terms and Conditions page.
- Military and Non-UT Austin college students must present a valid ID at check-in.
- Blanton Members, UT Austin ID holders, and K-12 teachers receive free admission upon presentation of a valid ID at check-in.
- Parking: Paid parking is available at Brazos Garage. Blanton Members receive $4 discounted parking—bring your parking ticket to the Check-In Desk for payment. General visitors pay regular rates directly at Brazos Garage.
Would you like to become a member or renew a current membership? CLICK HERE!
Contemporary Project 16: Tammy Nguyen
Multidisciplinary artist Tammy Nguyen is known internationally for her paintings, prints, and unique artist books. She also publishes work through her own imprint, Passenger Pigeon Press. In her richly layered and captivating artworks, Nguyen brings together global histories, literary traditions, and evolving visual traditions. Her compositions are filled with figures, plants, animals, and enigmatic symbols, inviting viewers into a world where cultural and historical narratives come to life in complex and unexpected ways.
Admission tickets are valid 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (to 8:00 p.m. on Saturdays) on the selected date of visit. All galleries and buildings are included in one admission price. All visitors must visit the Check-In Desk first to receive a ticket, regardless of member status or whether tickets have been purchased online ahead of time.
If you would also like to support the Museum's programming, conservation and research you can make an additional donation on the next page.
Everything you need to know before your visit:
And don’t forget!
- Tickets are non-refundable. Read our Ticketing Terms and Conditions page.
- Military and Non-UT Austin college students must present a valid ID at check-in.
- Blanton Members, UT Austin ID holders, and K-12 teachers receive free admission upon presentation of a valid ID at check-in.
- Parking: Paid parking is available at Brazos Garage. Blanton Members receive $4 discounted parking—bring your parking ticket to the Check-In Desk for payment. General visitors pay regular rates directly at Brazos Garage.
Would you like to become a member or renew a current membership? CLICK HERE!
Run the Code: Data-Driven Art Decoded by Thoma Foundation X Blanton Museum of Art
Admission tickets are valid 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (to 8:00 p.m. on Saturdays) on the selected date of visit. All galleries and buildings are included in one admission price. All visitors must visit the Check-In Desk first to receive a ticket, regardless of member status or whether tickets have been purchased online ahead of time.
If you would also like to support the Museum's programming, conservation and research you can make an additional donation on the next page.
Everything you need to know before your visit:
And don’t forget!
- Tickets are non-refundable. Read our Ticketing Terms and Conditions page.
- Military and Non-UT Austin college students must present a valid ID at check-in.
- Blanton Members, UT Austin ID holders, and K-12 teachers receive free admission upon presentation of a valid ID at check-in.
- Parking: Paid parking is available at Brazos Garage. Blanton Members receive $4 discounted parking—bring your parking ticket to the Check-In Desk for payment. General visitors pay regular rates directly at Brazos Garage.
Would you like to become a member or renew a current membership? CLICK HERE!
American Modernism from the Charles Butt Collection: From Edward Hopper to Alma Thomas
Admission tickets are valid 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (to 8:00 p.m. on Saturdays) on the selected date of visit. All galleries and buildings are included in one admission price. All visitors must visit the Check-In Desk first to receive a ticket, regardless of member status or whether tickets have been purchased online ahead of time.
If you would also like to support the Museum's programming, conservation and research you can make an additional donation on the next page.
Everything you need to know before your visit:
And don’t forget!
- Tickets are non-refundable. Read our Ticketing Terms and Conditions page.
- Military and Non-UT Austin college students must present a valid ID at check-in.
- Blanton Members, UT Austin ID holders, and K-12 teachers receive free admission upon presentation of a valid ID at check-in.
- Parking: Paid parking is available at Brazos Garage. Blanton Members receive $4 discounted parking—bring your parking ticket to the Check-In Desk for payment. General visitors pay regular rates directly at Brazos Garage.
Would you like to become a member or renew a current membership? CLICK HERE!
American Modernism from the Charles Butt Collection: From Edward Hopper to Alma Thomas
Admission tickets are valid 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (to 8:00 p.m. on Saturdays) on the selected date of visit. All visitors must visit the Check-In Desk first to receive a ticket, regardless of member status or whether tickets have been purchased online ahead of time.
Everything you need to know before your visit:
And don’t forget!