UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum
Est. 1991
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Let Austin breathe new life in you at this garden and museum. 
This wondrous urban oasis offers guests stunning sculptures among shady gardens filled with native Texan plants. It’s beautiful with the right amount of Austin weird.
The Lowdown
Type
Art GalleryGardenMuseumPark
Views
CreekGardenLagoon/PondLandscaped GroundsParkWater FeatureWaterfall
Style
Garden Party
Mid-Century Modern
Romantic
Vintage
Zen
Best type of Celebrations

Venue Setting

Whether hosting a casual gathering with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, or an elegant affair with dinner and dancing, the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum makes a statement with its historic and natural charm, just minutes from downtown. The Garden offers winding pathways and tranquil ponds that highlight Charles Umlauf’s celebrated bronze and stone sculptures thoughtfully placed within its landscape.

The covered terrace and lawns can accommodate up to 250 guests for a seated dinner and include festive string lighting. The lawns can be easily tented for additional coverage. Exclusive use of the terrace, arbor, garden, Crenshaw room and catering kitchen, event security and venue manager to assist guests and vendors, convenient access to free overflow parking lot, and many more amenities come with renting the UMLAUF.

Let the UMLAUF be the canvas for your next event. Feel free to visit UMLAUF’s website for more information.

Capacity

Seated
250
Buffet
250
Standing
600
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Estimated price per head

from $20 to $200

Insurance

Additional Insurance Is Not Required To Host An Event Here

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Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
1991
Curfew
12 AM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Must Select A Caterer From The List Provided By The Venue
Alcohol
BYO Permitted – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol
Licensed Server Is Required
Music
Indoors & Outdoors
Smoking
Designated Smoking Areas Only
Eco/Green Events
Yes
Kid Friendly Events
Yes
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Other
Yes
Amenities
  • Bridal Suite/Changing Rooms Onsite
  • Wifi
  • Ample Parking Onsite
  • Onsite Restrooms
  • Other
  • Other amenities: Limited selection of chairs & tables available.
Venue Features
The scene:
A natural garden space filled with the sculptures of Charles Umlauf. Our water feature begins with a hillside waterfall, then a meandering brook with two ponds. Located minutes from downtown, we are a taste of central texas in the heart of Austin.
Design:
Designed in 1991, with improvements over the years. The space is minimalist with natural rock features. The terrace is covered and has a simple design in order to let the natural setting speak for itself.
Standout venue features:
One of the few art museum gardens in the world where guests are encouraged to touch the sculptures.
Extra perks:

Exclusive use of the Terrace, Arbor, Garden, Crenshaw Room & Catering Kitchen
Event security & staff to assist guests and vendors
Convenient access to overflow parking lot
Close proximity to downtown Austin
Rental includes Event Liability Insurance for the client

Celebration Locations
This section outlines the various spaces available within the venue for different types of events.
UMLAUF Sculpture Garden
Two lawn sections, covered terrace, arbor ceremony area, garden (with multiple pathways), and Crenshaw Room are all available for after museum hour rentals.

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