This studio museum was amazing to explore. Love Elisabet Ney and her husbands history. The studio she designed was equally impressive. Her clay sculptures were beautiful, including the last piece she had worked on before she died, Prometheus! This place is a must for anyone visiting Austin. Architecture was incredibly designed and built by her, totally functional and resembled a small castle.

A hidden gem here in Austin. I can spend all day here. Donation based entry so be kind and give a little bit!

Such a fun little museum. They have a lot original plaster casts and a couple marbles. The building and lot were awesome with secret doors and a bookcase door that we got to look at. The kids loved all the secrets. Nice little contemporary show of wall art in one room that is has rotating shows.

Free to public..museum had docent (guides) to help you around or if you want to go alone cheat sheets. I love the fact its free and about a female artist that I didnt ever hear about before. Please go to the web site and vote for them. More of these hidden gems need to be saved. No bathrooms..and staircases to climb.

I played in and around this museum as a child. Its a great place to learn and explore the many hidden passages and more.

The grounds are quiet and calm during the day; a great spot for a quiet rest.

My daughter and I visited Elisabet Ney Museum on our mother daughter weekend. I grew up in Austin and went to UT but never to this museum. We really enjoyed the sculptures, and learning about Elizabeth Ney. Theres a nice walk down to the creek behind the museum. If you enjoy Texas history and art this is a must stop location and Austin. The staff was extremely knowledgeable and welcomed us warmly and answered all of our questions. I plan on coming back.

Awesome history and displays of art. Staff is very knowledgable , no question they cant answer. Great place to take kids who love art also.

The grounds and landscaping here are beautiful! It’s so nice to just walk around, especially on a warm spring day like today.

The passion shared by the staff is contagious. Elisabet Ney was not only an interesting trailblazer but a fantastic artist. The understated architecture of her home and studio is a testament to the Germans in Texas. The collection of her art made in Europe and the latter collection made in Texas contain many exquisite sculptures. A divine island of tranquility in the city. Perhaps the most underrated museum in the city.

An incredible museum that is very unique to Austin. Its a unique experience to be able to see the artists work in her own space. Its free but donations are worth it to keep this incredible place going.

Very interesting. If you can appreciate art, history, and small cozy spaces, then this is worth a stop and look see. Free for everyone, although they will accept donations.

The Elisabet Ney Museum is a historical time capsule in the heart of Hyde Park.The building original building was Neys studio and home for many years. It features unique architecture of wood and stone masonry from the early 1900s. Inside you can find a collection of Elisabets tools, cast statues, and other artistic endevors.

A forgotten contributor to Texas history, a feminist before there was the word.A local and state historic landmark, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 29, 1972.

What an amazing place and what interesting story of Elizabeth Ney. We came just to see the King Ludwig II statue, but the place has much more to offer. Also kudos to the nice ladies giving us an intro tour.Go there if you can, totally worth it.

Loved their generosity in having a sat. Morning sketch gathering. Only in August and January before it opens. They also welcome sketchers during the. Open hours.so wonderfull and quiet.

This was such a delightful surprise of a museum. It is small but packed with sculptures and art if the late Elisabet Ney. Our guide was packed full of information and passion about the artist. She happily gave us an inside to the cutting edge, unique mind of the owner. We learned so much and finished off with some sculpting of our own outdoors on the grounds. Dont let the exterior fool you, there is a trove of treasure within.

Talented artist and beautiful building. Serene grounds.

Upon my entrance to the Elizabeth Ney Museum the staff graciously provided a comprehensive overview of the artist’s life and times. Her work shows the visual strength of classical figurative training over a life of prolific portraiture. I look forward to returning to the Ney.

Amazing place. You can truly experience a part of Texas history here. Beautiful.

A wonderful place celebrating a true art treasure of Texas. There are beautiful examples of her work and descriptions of her work process as well as insights into hers and her husbands life.

Beautiful landscape and sunset.

Such a wonderful cultural institution right in the heart of Austin! So much beautiful sculpture and decorative arts to immerse yourself in, and Lindsay is a fantastic tour guide and wealth of information.

Beautiful art work. The studio space is unreal. Be sure to visit the second floor as it has more historical items. Must see!

Great collection of artifacts and sculptures. Very knowledgeable staff, and best of all, it is free. Worth checking out.

For now I have only viewed the on line pictures and I cant wait to see all in person!!

This place is FREE and they let you explore each room upstairs and downstairs. Open Thursday through sunday!

Beautiful house and museum for a German/Texas sculptor! Very influencial from the 1800s

Beautiful, original home and grounds of Elisabet Ney. Lots of exhibitions of her work. Some originals, some copies. Reflects her life, times and work. Entry is free. Well worth the effort and time.....besides how often do you find thius kind of quality education and visual displays for free.

Unusual for a museum, you can get quite a feel for the people who once lived here. Elizabeth Ney kept her homes as simple and rustic as she could, leaving stone walls rough and worn floors unfinished. She might picnic on fine linens and silver, but the buildings remained a bit wild. It does not feel like a place clinically clean and preserved, but an environment conducive to art and creativity.

Small museum, but very nice and full of information and sculptures. The woman working was very knowledgeable, greeting everyone that came in and telling them about Elizabet Ney, and she has lots of information to give for any questions you might have. Elizabet was quite an interesting person and I strongly recommend visiting here if you are in Austin, especially since the museum and parking are free.

Amazing little piece of history in Austin. Worth a visit.

Not opened..Nice looking with Grass cut

Definitely a place to visit. Great craftsmanship.

This museum is beautiful. There are so many pieces of amazing work shown inside and the home/castle itself is beautiful.The only thing I would do differently is have information about Elizabet Ney. Maybe have a room set up the same way she did, or just a room about our her life and history in general. We couldnt find any information really about her in the house.We will definitely be back in the future.

Great tour. Learned so much history.

Love this small quiet musuem. Whenever Im in Hyde Park I always check to see of its open. Its fun to take visiting art-inclined family members and even those more interested in Texas/Austin history especially since the musuem is free. The staff is also incredibly nice and knowledgeable.

Best museum in Texas. Secret passageway!

I love showing friends this hidden gem in hyde park. The sculptures, the history is all cool and its donation based.

Quiet place to draw and/or sketch. Air Conditioned. A Texas must.

Great exploring! There was the house itself, the art, and most interestingly the history of the free spirited woman Elizabet Ney. The docents anecdotes about the artist were the best.

Beautiful grounds helpful staff and nice sculptures in a historic building

The park is clean and available and the museum is one of the best and most interesting tours Ive been on here in Austin .

An artistically independent woman before societies accepted such characteristics in a female. Abundantly talented and charismatic personality with a determined character...as she swayed many kings and dignitaries to sit long and numerous sittings for her to sculpt them. The castle is a treasure filled with her sculptures she created when she and her husband resided there beginning at the turn of the century.

Small and special! Loved the stories given for each piece and the ladies working there were more than willing to provide you with even more history. Very nice and highly recommended!

A true Austin treasure. Take an hour or two to appreciate the stunning pieces in the museum, not to mention the building itself is a treasure!

This was so fasinating and educational to see all of Nays work. And it was Free!

Miss Ney has such raw anatomical skill and I love visiting. The guides/workers here are passionate about her and her work, so make sure to ask them for a quick tour of their favorite pieces, its worth it to hear the descriptions and history spoken to you with interest.

Interesting tucked away museum. I love finding hidden gems

German sculpture artists studio. This place was awesome. Who knew?

Hidden gem in Hyde Park with multiple marble busts and statues. Free admission too.

Great historic site. Wish I had known about her when I was taking art courses in college. She may have been mentioned in the art history books, but barely. Beautiful studio! Helpful attendants.

Very simple exterior that looks like a castle, lovely wildflowers and the biggest agave bloom Ive ever seen

My daughter and I really enjoyed this very small and quaint museum. The staircase and attic floor was fun little extra, which the gracious guide informed us about.

A hidden gem, cool sculptures and architecture. Great for a rainy day like today

Informative and well layed-out museum. Learned a lot about Elisabet Ney and the role she played in TX history! Staff there (which I think were volunteers) were extremely knowledgeable and promptly answered any questions. Its free. And also near Quacks bakery which you could definitely stop by and have a snack afterwards.

Local history under the radar. german female sculptres marries scottish scientist and moves to texas. small but interesting display in aged custom home.

Great little museum. beautiful plaster and marble statues

Wonderful, free, small. Make sure you go to the 3rd level

Great for history buffs.

Must see!

Amazing Explore

Stunning art !!! And the lady that is working there is very knowledgeable !

This place was beautiful. The house was cool and the statues on display were great

Staff is very passionate about Ney and her story- fascinating and beautiful place!

Wonderful. Her life very interesting!

Very informative and a great place to walk around. The staff was knowledgeable and willing to provide answers. The curator gave a tour of staff only areas of the house and we were able to see some of the not on display sculptures. Her husbands work room has a hidden roof acces, very cool!

Kinda small, but really cool little castle type building. Lots of info about an influential Texan that not everyone had heard of.

Really nice staff, great collection and cute location!

Awesome experience great history buffs who loved sharing information and giving tours all free and a must see

Really nice museum, free to visit. Sculptures downstairs and the history of the home and area upstairs. Be sure to check out the decreed room on the 3rd floor and the extra gallery space on the first. There are sculptures around the property as well.

The studio is preserved unbelievably well.

Great exhibit, but no curator on duty at time of visit

An awesome place to explore your artistic side

I love how well it is preserved.the staff was very friendly.I recommend everyone to visit here

Polka Apocalypse! Great festival. And beautiful house. Well worth a free tour

Great spot for a quick Austin history lesson.

Volunteer staff is very helpful and good at getting kids interested

Elizabet Neys historic Texas home is a beautiful art museum of classic treasures, beautiful grounds, and a rich history.

Super friendly staff. I hear if ya tip em good, theyll show ya the secret passage way to the governors mansion.

Actually we were at shipe park and at the creek by elzabeth ney...rather than at museum t...this day. However i ve been going to the museum and this location since i lived next door to the museum in 1976 ...and have very fond memories of my first austin rental!!!!

This is my personal favorite museum & piece of Austin history nestled in Hype Park. Elisabet Neys work is well lit & beautifully arranged within her historic home which was also her studio. It also has pieces associated with her life. I enjoy bringing visiting friends & family here. Open Wed-Sun 12noon-5pm.(It is near Shipe Park.)

Small and nice - dont have high expectations, its not an extraordinary collection or anything, but if you are in the neighborhood or wanna do something for a couple of hours (specially with kids who like sculptures), do take a peek

Beautiful location, building and amazing sculptures.

Beautiful building and art museum with walking trails around the property - must see on a visit to Austin

A quaint cozy sculpture museium in the original artists home.

Awesome little museum in the heart of Hyde Park! Numerous sculptures to see, but the best part is the architecture and beautiful artifacts found upstairs.

The Elisabet Ney Museum have just reopened after a renovation. The new HVAC system is quiet and definitely made the experience more enjoyable. I really like the way the museum is set up. Its definitely a little gem in the middle of Hyde Park.

Wonderful museum & grounds planted with Texas native plants. Filled with amazing art made by an amazing woman.

For one thing, this was my Grandfathers Best friend when he was growing up. They lived next door to each other and played together all day every day sculpting. And that is all my Grandfather did his whole life. He ended up getting married and having 9 children. When the Depression came and people couldnt afford the Luxury of buying Art, he started making Tombstones. He carved all the Beautiful Roses, Flowers, Leaves, Letters and Scrollwork on the Tombstones to support his family. He and Elizabeth remained friends their whole lives.

One of the coolest museums Ive been to.

Ney Day is wonderful for the kiddos! Music, crafts, face painting and lots of fun!

Awesome staff very friendly ready to help if you need anything!!!

They have the tub she died in.

Lovely spot in a charming neighborhood. Grounds are also used for small events which we enjoyed.

Went to the museum yesterday and loved it. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. The art was of course beautiful. Awsome .

Hidden gem in the heart of Austin; beautiful grounds around an interesting museum; docent was very knowledgeable

I had a great time at the free museum day today! This is a great place to visit - a cool museum in an awesome building hidden away in Hyde Park.

Very informative. Beautiful building and estate.

Its beautiful - I hope they maintain the place little better