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Science Under the Stars!
Science Under the Stars is a free public outreach lecture series in Austin, Texas. Events are held outdoors at Brackenridge Field Laboratory, 2907 Lake...
Brackenridge Field Laboratory
The Return of the Red Violin
Crafted in Italy over three centuries ago, missing for over 200 years, The Red Violin Returns to Austin. Featuring international artist, Elizabeth...
Bates Recital Hall, Music Building (MRH)
John Avlon, Editor in Chief, The Daily Beast
The Mary Alice Davis Distinguished Lecture in Journalism John Avlon is Editor in Chief of The Daily Beast, a CNN contributor, and the author of...
Belo Center for New Media (BMC)