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Through the preservation and exhibition of African American material culture, history, and aesthetic expression, the Carver Museum works to create a space where the global contributions of all Black people are celebrated. We accomplish this by telling stories about our local community and connecting those histories to larger narratives about Blackness. The Carver Museum is free and open to the public. Masks are encouraged inside the museum.

 

Take a Virtual Reality Tour of the Carver!

Boyd Vance Theatre renovation is finished. More information here. If you would like to submit your event to the Boyd Vance Theatre wait list, please contact our Event Coordinator, at Deelah.Muhyee@austintexas.gov.

For interest in the artifact(s) donation procedure please visit our Donations & Collection Information Page.


Upcoming Exhibition:

Second Sight

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Opening February 8 and on view through June 21, 2025, Second Sight is a group exhibition exploring the mental pressures that arise from conflict: both personal and political. Through iconography, portraiture, and abstraction, Austin-based artists Samara Barks, Hailey Gearo, Brian Joseph, and Jonathan “Chaka” Mahone investigate the coalescence of the Black identity as global citizens. Learn more.


UP NEXT:

As part of the Carver Museum That's My Face Special Edition, “A Most Beautiful Thing” chronicles the first African American high school rowing team (many of whom were in rival gangs from the West Side of Chicago), all coming together to row in the same boat. Narrated by Common and based on the memoir by Arshay Cooper.

Prior to the screening of the film “A Most Beautiful Thing”, Imani F. Aanu, will make a brief offering of movement & rhythm to highlight and acknowledge the immense significance of water for the African-American community. After the screening, we will hold a Q&A with the ESB-MACC Rowing Team, Austin Rowing Club,and Latino Outdoors. All folks interested in viewing this inspiring film and/or getting more information on joining our water activities, are welcome to attend!

REGISTRATION

📅 Thursday, February 6, 2025
🕒 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 George Washington Carver Museum, 1165 Angelina Street, Austin, TX 78702


Black History Month 2025 at the Carver

The George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural, and Genealogy Center is proud to present an exciting lineup of programming that celebrates and honors the 2025 Black History Month national theme - African Americans and Labor. Learn more!

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Join Us for the Carver Vision Project Update!


Stop by the Carver Museum’s Conference Room on February 8 from 1p.m. to 4 p.m. The Carver Vision Project team is excited to share what we’ve learned from the community during our December and January engagement efforts. The meeting will start with a presentation including key insights learned from you and follow with an informal open house on the project. See how your feedback is shaping the future of the Carver’s Phase 1 improvements and share your thoughts as we move forward. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation and help shape this important project!

Carver Vision Community Engagement Insights Presentation
Saturday, February 8 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Carver Conference Room


 

Boyd Vance Theatre Renovation and Carver Improvements

 

Carver Museum Facility Expansion Plan

 


Exhibitions

Banner of Mandy from the African American Presence in 19th Century Texas exhibit

History, culture and art exhibits curated to educate and inspire. The Carver Museum has two rotating art galleries as well as four permanent exhibits honoring African-Americans in Austin and beyond.


Programs and Events

AKIRASH performs during the opening reception of his art exhibit, Majele (Venomous). January 2020.

The Carver provides culture and arts based programming free and for all ages to allow visitors to connect with community through special events and ongoing learning experiences. 


Education Programs and Services

Students enjoy HBCU Day 2020.

The Carver offers culture and arts classes and educational programs that will come to you.


Genealogy Center

Front of the Carver Genealogy Center

The Genealogy Center provides genealogy databases, workshops and seminars. All resources are free and open to the public.


Community Garden and Sunken Stage

Community members gathered around garden and empty pool with mural painted inside of it

The Carver community garden and sunken stage has breathed new life into the in the inactive Keeling pool. Recently repainted by Austin artist, Kelv Brown, this space is on its way to housing events in the fall. Renovated and reimagined by Greg Farrar, this space is outfitted by hand-made seating, greenhouses, and concession stands. Master Gardener Harvé Franks tends the planter boxes, as we continue to uplift this hidden gem situated directly beside the Freedom Plaza behind the museum.


 

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