Blue Star Contemporary, San Antonio

Name: Blue Star Contemporary
Address: 116 Blue Star Building C, San Antonio, 78204-1713, United States
Telephone: +1 210-227-6960

#48 among attractions in San Antonio

Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum, Art gallery, More...

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Facts and practical information

Blue Star Contemporary is a non-profit contemporary art institution located in San Antonio, Texas. It was established by a group of artists in 1986 after the success of the Blue Star Exhibition, a show featuring the work of local contemporary artists in the former Blue Star Ice and Cold Storage warehouse. Blue Star Contemporary is the longest-running non-profit contemporary art space in the city. Blue Star Contemporary, also known as BSC, is run by Executive Director Mary Heathcott. Open calls for artists from Texas, the United States, and abroad are held on an annual basis. ()

Established: 1986 (38 years ago)Coordinates: 29°24'34"N, 98°29'42"W

Address

116 Blue Star Building CCentral City (King William)San Antonio 78204-1713 United States

Contact

+1 210-227-6960

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Day trips

Blue Star Contemporary – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Blue Star Contemporary open?

Blue Star Contemporary is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday 12 pm - 8 pm
Friday 12 pm - 6 pm
Saturday 12 pm - 6 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Blue Star Contemporary?

Nearby attractions include Magical Realism Studio, San Antonio (1 min walk), Guenther House, San Antonio (4 min walk), Alamo Methodist Church, San Antonio (5 min walk), Edward Steves Homestead, San Antonio (6 min walk).

How to get to Blue Star Contemporary by public transport?

The nearest stations to Blue Star Contemporary:

Bus

FlixBus San Antonio • Lines: 2210, 2231 (22 min walk)
Robert Thompson Transit Station (30 min walk)

Train

San Antonio (32 min walk)