The Best Performing Arts Venue in Central Austin, Downtown, and Capitol Area, Austin

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The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center

Along the banks of Lady Bird Lake, this cultural arts center is a celebration of latino heritage that blends a variety of theater, music, dance, literature, and culinary traditions into workshops, live performances, and educational classes to help foster a cultural foundation throughout Austin. On the last Tuesday of every month, there is a free screening of films from the Golden Era of Mexico's cinema in its main auditorium. The building houses two art galleries with free admission (closed Sunday).

600 River St., Austin, TX, 78701, USA
512-974--3772

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