Welcome to the Texas Music Museum

Exhibitions

Black-and-white photograph of Bob Wills and his band, the Texas Playboys, taken in 1937. The group poses in front of their tour bus, which is labeled "Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys." Bob Wills sits on a white horse, wearing a Western-style outfit and cowboy hat. The band members, dressed in matching uniforms, are arranged in two rows, with some standing and others kneeling.

Texas Pioneers

Discover the diverse genres and artists that shaped Texas’ musical history.

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Don Walser performs with his band at the Kennedy Center, sitting in the spotlight while surrounded by band members playing guitars and other instruments.

Austin Country

Celebrate the legacy of Austin’s country music legends and their contributions to Texas music.

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Color photograph of Johnny Degollado sipping coffee from a white mug at Joe's Bakery in Austin. He is wearing a light plaid shirt and a straw hat, with a blurred background featuring colorful lights and framed pictures.

Texas Mexican American Musicians

Experience the vibrant sounds and cultural heritage of Texas Mexican American music.

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Black-and-white photo of W.C. Clark performing on stage. He is wearing sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, and a short-sleeve shirt, while playing the guitar. A microphone is visible in the foreground.

East Austin African American Musicians exhibition

Explore the rich history and influence of African American music in East Austin.

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Past happenings

Demo: Florence Price: Symphony No. 3 in c minor
Florence Price's Symphony No. 3 was commissioned by the Works Progress Administration's Federal Music Project during the height of the…
October 21, 2025
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History

Lydia Mendoza holds her guitar in an upright position while seated outdoors, symbolizing her legacy as a pioneering Tejano musician.

The Texas Music Museum is a treasury containing a unique historical collection that tells the story of the musicians who made Austin the Live Music Capital of the World!

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A map view showing the location of the Texas Music Museum in Austin, Texas, marked by a red pin. The museum is near Franklin Barbecue and Lott Pocket Park, located on East 11th Street, east of Interstate 35.

Museum hours

Monday – Friday: 12 PM – 4 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed