If you’re a long-time Texan, you’d know that it’s “go big or go home” in the Lone Star State. So, it’s no surprise that our flashy philosophy is reflected in our food , festivals , and culture . But, the BTE (Big Texan Energy) doesn’t stop there…
Today, we’re sharing the latest news for the Biggest Outdoor Art Gallery in Texas + larger than life sculptures. You’ll want to put your camera on 0.5x wide-angle for this one.
The Biggest Outdoor Art Gallery in Texas, 2018-current
The San Antonio Street Art Initiative (SASAI) is celebrating three years and 60+ murals completed with St. Mary’s Strip block party during Fiesta.
Here’s what you need to know:
- The event will be held on Sat., April 2 at participating bars along the St. Mary’s Strip from 4 p.m.-2 a.m.
- Bars include The Squeezebox , El Ojo , El Búho , Faust , Hi-Tones , The Lonesome Rose , Paper Tiger , Rumble and Midnight Swim .
- Paper Tiger will host free local live musicians including Santiago Jiménez Jr., Garrett T. Capps, and The Texases.
- Pro tip: the first 25 people at any other shows with a cover charge will have the fee waived if you mention SASAI.
Can’t get enough of big art? Here are four monumental sculptures you can visit today.
Deer, 2015 | Tony Tasset at McNay Art Museum
Head over to the museum grounds and snap a pic with the 12-foot-tall sculpture.
Victoria, 1991-2000, cast 2007 | Philip Grausman at McNary Art Museum
Another McNay acquisition — this one is a real head-turner.
World’s Largest Cowboy Boots, 1979 | Bob “Daddy-O” Wade at North Star Mall
We think the title says it all. Pro tip: don’t be shy to hop on the left boot using the conveniently-placed rock underneath it.
Bloom, 2018 | Leticia Huerta at McAllister Park
This local artist created 12-feet tall sculptures depicting wildflowers made from unique metals.