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Austin Museum of Popular Culture

Tourist attraction Museum Live music venue Art gallery Non profit organization Art museum

Museum & nonprofit exhibiting & documenting Austin's art, music & culture scene since the 1960s. People often mention Austin,


Address

6416 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78752

Website

www.southpop.org

Contact

(512) 440-8318

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (150 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 1 to 6 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: (Easter), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Dick S. 4 years ago on Google
    This Texas treasure is a cool place to see what pride Texas has in the talent that this state has wether born and raised here, or got here ASAP! Such a wonderful and wide array of talent that was lost, but never forgotten! Stop by and pay some respect, and when you get done Stop by Planet K and get something to take to the ol lady
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 hailey h. 4 years ago on Google
    we couldn’t go inside bc apparently they have odd hours or are changing locations ?? we enjoyed the outside though
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lorna M. 4 years ago on Google
    A South Austin tribute to the friends and notable people who have been instrumental in helping Austin become the city of compassion and the Live Music Capitol of the World. They may be gone, but they certainly are not forgotten. ♥️ Stop by and visit the museum, and look for live outdoor music performances. Seating is limited to so you will need to bring your own chair.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cyrus Q. 6 years ago on Google
    Weird AF. I went there looking for a music agency who's P.O. Box os located here...found this strange shop instead. Was not disappointed. Bought a vape pen -partially because I wanted to buy something from this place just to remind me of it, and partially because vape life. Neat little gizmo. Ran me $15.

  • 5/5 Stephanie M. 5 years ago on Google
    Alot of cool things to check out. Definitely a recommendation for Austin traveler's.

  • 5/5 Dot M. 6 years ago on Google
    Interesting place. I will need to go back to see what I missed while there.

  • 5/5 Lorna M. 5 years ago on Google
    Loved visiting with my husband and our friends. We enjoyed our time listening to Stephen Doster. We'll be back soon.

  • 4/5 Mariella A. 6 years ago on Google
    Cool unexpected find. Head shop was a surprise.

  • 5/5 Lulu B. 5 years ago on Google
    The best and hopefully not the last location that honors true old Austin. So happy to hear that some of the musical items from the Threadgill's auction will find a home here! Adore this place & all of its staff.

  • 5/5 Zane N. 4 years ago on Google
    It's amazing to stop & soak in the tributes to all of the famous south Austinites who have passed on. I was born & raised in S Austin yet still learned quite a lot by just stopping to read the tributes for 5 minutes. I highly suggest dropping by here to check it out!

  • 5/5 Marc S. 5 years ago on Google
    This is one of the best places I visited in Austin. A cultural landmark run by people who care immensely about the city and its music history. Probably the friendliest staff at any venue I have visited. Really, thank you so much for telling us your stories!

  • 1/5 Ben B. 11 months ago on Google
    Building is torn down and phone is disconnected. It's gone

  • 5/5 Steve S. 7 months ago on Google
    The museum was beautiful and a great way to spend a hot summer afternoon.


Call (512) 440-8318 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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