Blue Star Contemporary inspires, nurtures, and innovates through contemporary art. BSC is San Antonio's first and longest-running nonprofit venue for contemporary art.
Located at 418 Villita Street on the south bank of the San Antonio River, http://goo.gl/maps/UdlnW La Villita was one of San Antonio’s first neighborhoods. It was originally a settlement of primitive huts for the Spanish soldiers stationed at the Mission San Antonio Valero (the Alamo). After a flood in 1819, brick, stone and adobe houses replaced the earlier structures. In 1836, La Villita was the site of General Santa Ana’s cannon line in the Battle of the Alamo and a map from early that year showed the village to be of considerable size. Late in the 19th century European immigrants from Germany and France moved into the area. These pioneers became San Antonio’s business leaders, bankers, educators, and craftsmen. The cultural mix that occurred at this time is best illustrated by the variety of architectural styles reflected in La Villita’s buildings. The architecture portrays the evolution of buildings from palisado to Victorian Houses. The first part of the 20th century saw La Villita decline into a slum area. In 1939, as ground broke on the San Antonio River Walk development, city fathers led by Mayor Maury Maverick acted to preserve this colorful part of San Antonio’s history. Today La Villita is a thriving art community that stands as a monument to San Antonio’s past. La Villita has five interconnected plazas for outdoor gatherings such as wedding receptions, birthday parties, retirement celebrations and much more. Number of guests: Plaza Nacional 150-300; Maverick Plaza 1,200 - 2,500; Plaza Juarez 300 - 500; Cos House and patio 100 - 150. Also included in La Villita is the world-famous Arneson River Theatre where Fiesta Noche del Rio performs as well as many other concert performances, ballet, plays and wedding ceremonies. La Villita Historic Arts Village is owned by the City of San Antonio and managed by the Department for Culture and Creative Development. For parking information please visit http://www.sanantonio.gov/dtops/parking/index.aspx
An art space in the Historical Southtown Arts District that supports contemporary artists in the visual arts. Our mission is to foster creativity and art excellence and to provide exhibition space to new and established artists.
The Mexican Cultural Institute at San Antonio , Texas, is the Permanent Cultural Representation of the Mexican Government in this city. This Institute has been linked since its beginnings to the cultural life of San Antonio, and so, one of our main tasks is to ensure the growth and strengthening of such link by promoting a direct and active participation of the community. The creation of the Mexican Cultural Institute is the product of a great effort by the Mexican Government that began in 1958 with the foundation of the “Gallery of Mexican Art” at the General Mexican Consulate of San Antonio, Texas. In 1968 the Instituto Cultural de Mexico displayed a large amount of examples of Mexican art at the “Hemisfair 1968”; and in 1972 the Mayor of the city of San Antonio presented the Mexican President with the current facilities of the Instituto Cultural de Mexico at San Antonio. This Institute depends directly from the General Office of Cultural Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Over its 50 years of existence at Hemisfair Park, the Instituto Cultural de Mexico has been able to maintain an important place on the cultural life of San Antonio, thanks to its wide range of events designed to show the many faces of the Mexican culture. For this purpose, the Instituto has three galleries, a multiple purpose room and an auditorium that can hold up to 250 people.
We are a rehearsal and music studio collective in San Antonio, Tx conveniently located in the Southtown neighborhood. We provide rehearsal space for bands and musicians as well as music recording, mixing, mastering and audio engineering services.
COLLECTIVE houses: RAD Vintage & Thrift: Vintage clothes, furniture and housewares VHS 1138: San Antonio's only independently owned video rental store The Cycle Pit: Accessories for the body and home made entirely of recycled bike parts We host all kinds of shows and events. Contact us with questions.
Hello Studio is an independent artist-run gallery and art space that hosts exhibitions showcasing emerging visual artists in and around Texas. It is directed by Amada Miller and Taylor Bates. To view the current exhibition please contact us to set up an appointment.
Equinox Gallery serves as a meeting place to showcase and educate the community by providing a platform for the diversity in the field of metalsmithing. Our exhibition space honors the history of the culture of the southwest and blends traditional and current objects of adornment. Equinox houses the working studio of owner and artist Alejandro Sifuentes and his work is on view year round. The gallery hosts invitational exhibitions throughout the year and is located in La Villita in the heart of downtown San Antonio, Texas.
'Mana' is a Hawaiian word that translates to mean power, but the native Hawaiian concept of power doesn't equate to material possessions or what floor your office is on. Mana is a life energy that flows through all things, empowering an individual and thus the community at large. Our goal at Mana House is to create an environment conducive to creative beings finding and nurturing their inner creative power and thus reflect that back within our community. With the history of Sunset Station behind us, the space was once used as a gunpowder house- we are transforming that energy into a present day ignition, and empowering our community through art and dialogue. We at Mana House have worked hard at creating a strong network in the San Antonio community of professional, like-minded individuals who are looking for more opportunities to come together for social and community benefit. As we host events in this space we will give the community the opportunity to network and grow, while promoting the wonderful, creative individuals of San Antonio. Our love of art and eye for local talent has inspired us to use the exposed brick walls and street level location of this space as a gallery open to the public. We envision day to day activity from tourists and locals, as well as exhibit receptions. We look forward to sharing ideas and helping promote our individual and collective works. We are focused on being a birth place for creativity and mutual promotion. What is a Creative Nexus? A combination of: Art Space| Co-Op Office SpaceI Place to Ignite Out-Of-The-Box Dialogue Stop by. Find Your Mana.
CANVAS is activating the historic Book Building for a THIRD consecutive year through the City of San Antonio's OPEN program. Visit CANVAS from December 11th - 19th, 11am - 7pm to peruse and purchase local art and enjoy wine/beer tastings from 4pm - 7pm nightly. CANVAS is brought to you by: Melissa Unsell of elumicor Featured Artists Include: Albert Gonzalez AJ Rodriguez Clint Henry Michael Cirlos Tuesday Phelps
A new concept on healthy living in San Antonio. Runners needs have evolved. We aim to be a unique offering by focusing on the complete runner’s lifestyle. San Antonio Running Company is a resource for anyone interested in running, yoga and a healthy lifestyle in San Antonio. #runSA #yogaSA #juiceSA
I take old furnishings and antiques and changed them to a shabby chic and urban chic style.
Chic'tique based out of San Antonio, Texas is an online shop created to cater the modern cool millennial in their quest for style. With this person in mind, Chic'tique houses timeless, chic clothing pieces and accessories handpicked from various marketplaces and contemporary labels. We are constantly keeping an eye for inspiration and the latest trends with the objective of bringing them to you. + S H O W R O O M: private appointments or walk ins are more than welcome if you'd like more of a one on one styling session or just to check out the stock. Contact us through inbox / DM / email / phone + T R U N K S H O W S / O P E N H O U S E: keep in touch and stay on top of our events or private parties held at the showroom. + F R E E S H I P P I N G All US domestic orders over $75 are shipped for free via USPS 2 Day Priority Mail Subscribe to our newsletter or follow us through our social media platforms for updates and news!
Our art, whether it's local or global, is always fresh.
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Located on the world famous River Walk in downtown San Antonio, Rivercenter features more than 100 retailers including 6 restaurants, Macy's, IMAX, AMC Theaters, and a 1,000 room Marriott Hotel. Rivercenter is the premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination. Discover a beautiful environment with the perfect blend of downtown energy and old world charm.
Stop by to see us in downtown San Antonio, or shop online to find everything you need for your next party. You'll love our huge selection of party supplies for holidays, theme parties, special occasions and more. Be sure to check out our unique and authentic Mexican decorations for Fiesta, Cinco de Mayo, and more.