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There’s a lot happening this month on Waller Creek!

New to Waller Creek? Come check out our upcoming events. There’s something for everyone at our free programs. Waller Creek Live! Sept 7 from 6-7:30pm at Palm Park Enjoy an evening of free comedy, music, prizes, and more at Waller Creek Live! The fun starts at 6pm on September 7. Invite your friends! #genwaller — […]

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Learn more about what’s happening along Waller Creek

It’s been a busy year at the Conservancy, from advancing the design of Waterloo Park to creating fun, free, and engaging events! We invite you to download a copy of the Summer 2016 issue of the Waller Creek Conservancy Magazine to learn more about what’s happening along Waller Creek. If you haven’t yet connected with […]

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It’s Alive! Creek Show 2016 Dates and Artists Announced

The Waller Creek Conservancy is proud to announce that Creek Show 2016 will be held on November 10–19. The free, public art exhibit begins with the opening night event on Thursday, November 10. Creek Show, now in its third year, spans ten nights and includes five light-based design installations along Waller Creek between 5th and […]

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Spring Events Recap

From the Pop-Up Picnic to a performance by Animal Facts Club, the parks along Waller Creek welcome everyone. Rediscover Waller: Waller Creek Life The Waller Creek Conservancy partnered with the City of Austin’s Watershed Protection Department to explore the biodiversity of Waller Creek. In a free, small-group tour, attendees explored the natural creek habitat and […]

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Join us this spring on Waller Creek

There’s a lot happening on Waller Creek! From the annual Pop-Up Picnic to a new event from Animal Facts Club, everyone is sure to enjoy our free experiences along the creek. Waller Creek Pop-Up Picnic: April 16 The fourth annual, free Waller Creek Pop-Up Picnic at Palm Park on April 16 at 6:30pm is an […]

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Fourth Annual Waller Creek Pop-Up Picnic Announced

The Waller Creek Conservancy is proud to announce the fourth annual Waller Creek Pop-Up Picnic at Palm Park on Saturday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m. Families are invited to come spread their blankets, sit with their neighbors, and enjoy a wonderful night along Waller Creek at Austin’s favorite free community picnic. Chefs from 20 of Austin’s most beloved restaurants will […]

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Marcus Foundation Donates $1.1-Million for Public Art Along Waller Creek

At the Opening Preview of Orly Genger’s Hurlyburly (2016), Melba Whatley, Chair of the Edward and Betty Marcus Foundation, announced a $1.1-million gift to The Contemporary Austin for future art programming along Waller Creek, to be implemented through the new collaboration between The Contemporary Austin and the Waller Creek Conservancy. Peter Mullan, Waller Creek Conservancy […]

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Orly Genger. Hurlyburly

WALLER CREEK CONSERVANCY AND THE CONTEMPORARY AUSTIN ANNOUNCE THE LAUNCH OF A NEW COLLABORATION WITH THE INSTALLATION OF A LARGE-SCALE PUBLIC SCULPTURE Set to change the landscape of public art in Austin, Waller Creek Conservancy and The Contemporary Austin today announced a new partnership that will serve as a catalyst for creating new public art […]

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Cleaning Waller Creek

Last Saturday, the conservancy worked with the Texas Spirits for their Spring Recruitment effort. Spirits and prospective Spirits came out to help clean Waller Creek and Palm Park, giving up their Saturday to beautify Austin. We were impressed by their enthusiasm and energy, committing themselves to a morning of hard work. The result? Just look at one […]

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Play at Palm Park

When was the last time you visited Palm Park? Is your answer, “what is Palm Park?” If you have never been, Palm Park is the area between the frontage road of IH 35 and Waller Creek, next to the historic Palm School building. While the park is small, it is a site full of potential. MVVA’s […]

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