Question 1

What is the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum?

Accepted Answer

The UMLAUF is a nonprofit art museum and outdoor sculpture garden in Austin, Texas dedicated to the work of 20th-century American sculptor Charles Umlauf with rotating exhibitions of contemporary artists. It sits on six acres near Barton Springs and Zilker Park, featuring over 50 sculptures in a peaceful landscape of native Texas plants, ponds, and walking paths. It is one of Austin's most unique cultural destinations where art meets nature.

Question 2

Who was Charles Umlauf?

Accepted Answer

Charles Umlauf (1910–1994) was a nationally recognized American sculptor who taught at the University of Texas at Austin for 40 years. His work is held in major collections worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Smithsonian Institution. In 1985, he and his wife Angeline gifted their home, studio, and 168 sculptures to the City of Austin as the foundation of the UMLAUF today.

Question 3

When did the UMLAUF open?

Accepted Answer

The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum officially opened in 1991, after the City of Austin built a museum on the land adjacent to the Umlauf family home to display the donated collection. In 2026, the museum is celebrating its 35th anniversary.

Question 4

Is the UMLAUF affiliated with the University of Texas?

Accepted Answer

The UMLAUF is an independent nonprofit. While Charles Umlauf was a beloved professor at UT Austin for four decades, the museum is managed separately and is not part of the University of Texas system. It operates as an independent nonprofit organization.

Question 5

What are the UMLAUF's current hours?

Accepted Answer

You can visit Tuesday–Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM and Saturday–Sunday from 11 AM to 4 PM. The UMLAUF is closed on Mondays and on major holidays, including Independence Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, and December 24–25.

Question 6

How much does it cost to visit the UMLAUF?

Accepted Answer

Admission is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors (60+), $4 for active military/veterans, K–12 teachers, and college students, $2 for youth (K–12), and free for children under 5. Members visit free. The UMLAUF participates in Museums for All which offers free admission for families presenting an EBT card and photo ID.

Question 7

How do you find the UMLAUF in Austin?

Accepted Answer

You can find the UMLAUF at 605 Azie Morton Road, Austin, TX 78704. It is across from Wright Field, near Barton Springs Pool, and next to Zilker Metropolitan Park.

Question 8

Where can you park when you visit the UMLAUF?

Accepted Answer

You can park in the UMLAUF's on-site lot for free, but spaces are limited. If the lot is full, you can use overflow parking across Azie Morton Road at Wright Field or in nearby Zilker Park lots. Bike racks are on site, and public transit also serves the area.

Question 9

How long does a visit to the UMLAUF take?

Accepted Answer

Most visitors spend 30 minutes to 1.5 hours at the UMLAUF, depending on how much time they spend in the garden, gallery, and observing current exhibitions.

Question 10

Does the UMLAUF have a gift shop?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The UMLAUF gift shop features a curated selection of works many from local artisans offering unique, one-of-a-kind pieces you won't find anywhere else. The shop is located on-site and open during regular museum hours. All purchases are made in person, so stop in and discover something special on your next visit.

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