Contemporary at Blue Star offers free admission to our exhibitions.
- Located in Building C of the Blue Star Arts Complex
- 116 Blue Star
- San Antonio, TX 78204
- 210.227.6960 (Phone)
- hello@contemporarysa.org
Contemporary at Blue Star is the nonprofit contemporary art organization making its home since 1986 in the wider Blue Star Arts Complex. If you are interested in leasing or First Friday vendor information, please contact the Blue Star Arts Complex directly at 210.354.3775.
Gallery Hours
Visit our exhibitions page for details regarding opening and closing dates of shows to avoid visiting during an installation period when the museum is closed.
- Wednesdays, 12 – 5 p.m.
- Thursday – Friday, 12 – 8 p.m.
- Saturday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Closed to the public for the following Holidays
New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Easter, Battle of Flowers, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
Admission
FREE!
Contemporary at Blue Star offers free admission to our exhibitions and programs. Donations are encouraged to support our nonprofit mission to inspire, nurture, and innovate through contemporary art.
The Contemporary is a member of Museums for All and the Mod/Co and ROAM reciprocal membership programs.
Media Release
The Contemporary likes to promote our nonprofit exhibitions and art education programs. By entering the premises, you consent to interview(s), photography, audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for news, web casts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on websites, social media, or any other purpose by the Contemporary and its affiliates and representatives. Images, photos and/or videos may be used to promote similar Contemporary events in the future, highlight the event and programmatic capabilities of the Contemporary. You release the Contemporary, its officers and employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication and use of interviews, photographs, computer images, video and/or or sound recordings.
Accessibility and Special Services
Contemporary at Blue Star is committed to serving all visitors. The Contemporary is accessible to people using wheelchairs. All galleries and facilities are wheelchair accessible. Service animals are welcome. Sign language available upon advance request. Large-print gallery notes are available upon request. For more information about the accessibility of our building and programs, please contact us at (210) 227-6960 or hello@contemporarysa.org.
Parking
Street parking is free in the surrounding neighborhoods and visitors can park for free at Brackenridge High School’s parking lot during non-school hours only. The lot is just a short stroll along the Riverwalk to the complex. Other great options include taking the Via bus (#51 stops in front of complex off S.Alamo) , or rideshares such as Uber and Lyft. Feel like biking? SA Bike Share offers numerous docking stations throughout San Antonio’s cultural destinations, in and surrounding the urban core. The Blue Star Arts Complex parking lot is valet only on First Friday beginning at 2pm for a $15 fee. DOWNLOAD OUR NEIGHBORHOOD PARKING MAP.
Tourist info
Visiting from our of town and interested in exploring the neighborhood? Check out our guide of what’s within walking distance from Contemporary.
School and Group Tours
Schools, community groups, and organizations are invited to visit the Contemporary at Blue Star and take advantage of our tour program. Guided discussions provide students with an understanding of contemporary art and encourage critical thinking concerning everyday life. Learn more about the exhibitions through hands-on activities in our Art Learning Lab.
Tour
45 minutes to an hour in length
Schedule a tour
Schools and other groups may schedule a tour of any exhibition, free of charge. Please schedule at least 10 days in advance of your visit.
Please contact our Education and Programs Manager at juan@contemporarysa.org or call 210.227.6960 for more information or to book a tour.
Continuing Professional Education (CPE)
Contemporary at Blue Star is a continuing professional education (CPE) provider for the State of Texas. Any events with CPE opportunities will be noted on the respective event page. Click here to see a list of upcoming exhibitions and events.
Venue Rentals
Contemporary at Blue Star is a dynamic setting for ideation sessions, retreats, and special occasions. Corporate Members receive annual benefits, including access to the Contemporary’s galleries for private events. For information about hosting your next business meeting or event at the Contemporary, please email Development Director Elaine Leahy at elaine@contemporarysa.org.
Covid-19 Policy
The Contemporary has taken Greater SAfer Together Pledge out of care for our community and we are observing current city guidance of public health professionals which may change depending on community health levels. Contemporary asks that guests who feel sick to refrain from visiting the space. Masking and social distancing guidelines are at visitor discretion and currently not required.