Bullock Texas State History Museum

1800 N Congress Ave, Austin, TX

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Bullock Texas State History Museum

1800 N Congress Ave, Austin, TX

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www.thestoryoftexas.com

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Capacity: 2,000 people

About Bullock Texas State History Museum

Located in downtown Austin, just off I-35 near the University of Texas campus, the Bullock Museum is an ideal venue for your wedding ceremony, reception, gala, holiday celebration, corporate event, or film screening. Your guests will love the striking three-story bronze Lone Star sculpture on the plaza, the soaring staircase, captivating grand lobby, and the distinctive indoor spaces that make events elegant and memorable. The Museum is ADA accessible, includes easy access for vans and buses, and features an on-site parking garage. Rentals support the Bullock Museum's exhibitions and educational programming Please inquire through our website.

Event Pricing

Museum Exhibitions

Attendees: 0-2000 | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-2000 | $500 - $1,000 /event
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$500 - $1,000

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Boardroom

Attendees: 0-18 | Pricing is for meetings only

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Attendees: 0-18 | $1,000 - $1,800 /event
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$1,000 - $1,800

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Lone Star Plaza

Attendees: 0-1100 | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-1100 | $1,500 /event
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$1,500

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The Story of Texas Cafe

Attendees: 0-190 | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-190 | $1,500 /event
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$1,500

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Texas Spirit Theater

Attendees: 0-190 | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-190 | $1,800 /event
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$1,800

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Austin Room

Attendees: 0-500 | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-500 | $2,000 - $2,500 /event
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$2,000 - $2,500

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Grand Lobby

Attendees: 0-600 | Pricing is for all event types

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Attendees: 0-600 | $4,500 - $5,000 /event
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$4,500 - $5,000

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Event Spaces

Grand Lobby

Maximum Capacity: 600
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Grand Lobby

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Alternate Venue | Maximum Capacity: 600

The Grand Lobby of the Museum is an elegant space featuring our impressive granite architecture. The space is 9,750 sq. ft. and can seat up to 450 guests, accommodate 600 people standing, or host up to 525 people seated theater-style. Photo credits: Kelly O'Connor Photography and Dreamy Elk Photography

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 400 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 400 People

Chevron - 18"
Capacity: 400 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 400 People

Classroom - 30"
Capacity: 400 People

Conference
Capacity: 400 People

Crescent
Capacity: 250 People

Hollow Square
Capacity: 300 People

Reception
Capacity: 600 People

Seating Capacity
Capacity: 450 People

Theater
Capacity: 500 People

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Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Traditional yet modern granite architecture. Open ballroom-esque space. Spiral Staircase. Rotunda. Arches. Tall ceilings.

Bullock Atrium

Maximum Capacity: 300
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Bullock Atrium

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Alternate Venue | Maximum Capacity: 300

The Bullock Atrium is a more intimate space for smaller groups and features an excellent view of the terrazzo below from the second floor of the Museum. The Atrium is perfect for mingling receptions, cocktail hours, and exclusive dinners. The space is 9,750 sq. ft. and can seat up to 450 guests, accommodate 600 people standing, or host up to 525 people seated theater-style

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 150 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 150 People

Reception
Capacity: 300 People

Seating Capacity
Capacity: 150 People

Theater
Capacity: 225 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Intimate setting. Standing receptions. Granite architecture. Bob Bullock Statue. Tall ceilings.

Austin Room

Maximum Capacity: 500
Alternate Venue

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Austin Room

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Alternate Venue | Maximum Capacity: 500

The Austin Room is an open, industrial space located on the 3rd floor of the Museum that is perfect for hosting everything from corporate meetings to social celebrations. This versatile space is a great blank canvas waiting to be turned into a spectacular experience for your guests. The Austin Room has 7,300 sq. ft. of space that can hold 350 people seated, 500 people standing, or up to 400 people seated theater-style.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 350 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 350 People

Classroom - 18"
Capacity: 250 People

Classroom - 30"
Capacity: 250 People

Conference
Capacity: 50 People

Reception
Capacity: 500 People

Seating Capacity
Capacity: 350 People

Theater
Capacity: 425 People

Amenities

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Industrial space. Modern space. Large open space. Tall ceilings.
Floor Number: 3

Lone Star Plaza

Maximum Capacity: 1200
General Event Space

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Lone Star Plaza

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General Event Space | Maximum Capacity: 1200

The Lone Star Plaza is the Museum’s signature outdoor event space featuring our iconic bronze Lone Star that creates an unforgettable photo opportunity for your guests. The generous open space makes this a versatile venue suited for large events. The Lone Star Plaza has 8,694 sq. ft. of space that can hold 575 people seated, 1,200 people standing, or 1,100 people seated theater style.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 575 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 575 People

Reception
Capacity: 1200 People

Theater
Capacity: 1100 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Outdoor event space. Unique sculpture.
Floor Number: 1

Texas Spirit Theater

Maximum Capacity: 200
Theater

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Texas Spirit Theater

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Theater | Maximum Capacity: 200

The Texas Spirit Theater is a multi-sensory special-effects theater that immerses visitors in the film with crackling lightning, pounding rain, and a few other surprises. The theater's 3 screens are set behind a generously sized stage that can be customized for film screenings, presentations, and conferences. In-house shows are available to make a truly unique experience for your guests. The Texas Spirit Theater can seat 190 guests.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Seating Capacity
Capacity: 200 People

Amenities

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Traditional Theater. Stage. Stage wings. Red velvet curtains. 3 projector screens. Greenroom.
Floor Number: 2
Number of Green Rooms: 1

Museum Exhibits

Maximum Capacity: 1000
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Museum Exhibits

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Alternate Venue | Maximum Capacity: 1000

Our three floors of exhibit space explore more than 16,00 years of Texas history. With expansive exhibition space showcasing original artifacts, discover an ever-changing experience in the Texas History Galleries with new artifacts, special rotating exhibitions, and endless new stories.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Reception
Capacity: 1000 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

IMAX

Maximum Capacity: 329
Theater

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IMAX

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Theater | Maximum Capacity: 329

The Bullock Museum’s IMAX® Theatre is home to the biggest screen in Texas! The theatre’s six-story high projection system and immersive sound system provide a state-of-the-art experience for movie lovers of all ages. With 329 comfortable theater seats, the Bullock IMAX Theatre is perfect for private film screenings, corporate product launches, and multimedia presentations.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Seating Capacity
Capacity: 329 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: IMAX theater

Boardroom

Maximum Capacity: 18
Fixed Board Room

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Boardroom

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Fixed Board Room | Maximum Capacity: 18

The Boardroom is a formal meeting space located on the fourth floor of the Museum. With comfortable leather chairs and a bird’s eye view of the rotunda, this space is ideal for executive and corporate off-site meetings and can seat up to 18 people

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Conference
Capacity: 18 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Atmosphere/Decor: Traditional Boardroom
Floor Number: 4

The Star Cafe

Maximum Capacity: 190
Restaurant/Lounge

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The Star Cafe

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Restaurant/Lounge | Maximum Capacity: 190

Table seating and reception areas combined with a great view of the Lone Star Plaza are awaiting your company picnic or tailgate. The cafe can also be used as additional seating with a Grand Lobby or Bullock Atrium rental.

Supported Layouts and Capacities

Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 150 People

Banquet - 8 per
Capacity: 150 People

Reception
Capacity: 190 People

Amenities

Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Floor Number: 2

Neighborhood

Venue Types

Amenities

ADA/ACA Accessible
Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi

Features

Max Number of People for an Event: 2000

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