The UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures will open its doors free of charge on Saturday September 23, 2017, as part of Smithsonian magazine's annual Museum Day Live!

September 23

The Monks of Deprung Loseling Monastery visit the Institute of Texan Cultures to prepare a mandala sand painting, offer lectures and lead activities.

Sept. 28 - Oct. 1

Artist David Zamora Casas prepares ITC's altar to observe El Dia de los Muertos

Oct. 7 - Nov. 5

Follow the story of beer in Texas, from its arrival in the 1840s, to the modern craft beer industry.

Oct. 21, 2017 - Oct. 28, 2018

The signature exhibit at the Institute of Texan Cultures is the exhibit floor containing more than 20 cultures that came to Texas and made it their home.

Main exhibit floor

Christopher Talbot, professor of photography at Stephen F. Austin State University, documents a trip along the old Spanish trail.

July 21 - Sept. 24

While the Eagle Ford Shale represented a significant economic boom to South Texas, what did it take to sustain the people and workforce that relied on the region for their well being?

May 13 - Oct. 1

ITC and San Antonio Parks & Recreation partner to produce a new student exhibit from summer programs at local city community centers.

June 24 - Oct. 29

A century since the U.S. formally entered World War I, the events that unfolded continue to have a profound impact on modern international affairs and society.

Opens Apr. 6, 2017

The Institute of Texan Cultures offers a variety of free educator professional development opportunities: resources, strategies, content. CPE credits awarded.

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The ITC partners with Catholic Charities to tell the stories of four families relocated to San Antonio through Catholic Charities' refugee resettlement program.

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What's in the Institute of Texan Cultures permanent collection and what treasures can you find on the exhibit floor? Check the ITC curator's blog for the latest stories.