The Contemporary Austin

The Contemporary Austin
Sable Elyse Smith: Clockwork
March 6 – August 2, 2026
HOST: Laura Lit
April 23, 2026 – January 17, 2027
The Living Temple: The World of Moki Cherry
September 18, 2026 – January 17, 2027
Mural by Manik Raj Nakra:
Man Who Fell to Earth
December 8, 2023 – Present
Tom Friedman at The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria
The Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park
At Laguna Gloria
Ongoing
Jim Hodges at The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center
Jim Hodges:
With Liberty and Justice for All (A Work in Progress)
At Jones Center in Downtown
Ongoing
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HOST: Laura Lit
Apr 23 (Thurs) | 6–7P
Laguna Gloria
Be among the first to experience
HOST: Laura Lit
, with a special preview just for Members!
Public Opening
HOST: Laura Lit
Apr 23 (Thurs) | 7–8:30P
Laguna Gloria
Come celebrate the opening of
HOST: Laura Lit
, the first solo museum exhibition and debut outdoor installation by the Austin-based artist.
Arty Party
Rhyme Time!
April 24 (Fri) | 10–11A
Laguna Gloria
Join us at the Temple of Love for rhyme time. Clara Driscoll used to read poetry at this lovely spot, so let’s celebrate rhyming, patterns, and more.
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