Sandy Skoglund is known for whimsical installations, sculptures and photographs.

‘Sandy Skoglund: Enchanting Nature’ at the McNay showcases artist’s whimsical installations

The San Antonio exhibition, which opens this Thursday, amplifies the push and pull between artificial and organic elements in Skoglund’s work.

by Anjali Gupta September 9, 2025September 9, 2025

Honoré Daumier’s 1834 lithograph Ne vous y frottez pas!! Liberté de la presse leaves no question where the multifaceted artist stood on the matter of press freedom.

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New McNay exhibit examines French artists’ defiance of censorship to skewer the powerful

The San Antonio art museum’s new exhibition shows the creativity that thrived in 19th-century France despite government attempts to ban politically charged images.

by Sanford Nowlin September 5, 2025September 10, 2025

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San Antonio’s 31-year-old Magik Theatre opens fundraiser ahead of temporary closure for renovations

Officials with the theater, which has entertained 3 million students over its history, also said downtown road construction is hurting ticket sales.

by Sanford Nowlin August 13, 2025September 1, 2025

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Artists Nadia Botello, Fabiola Menchelli, Jason Willome mine meditative territory at Contemporary at Blue Star

The San Antonio exhibition allowed the artists to experiment with the overall design of the gallery spaces.

by Bryan Rindfuss August 7, 2025August 31, 2025

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Spooky new San Antonio bookshop Ghoulish Books is lifting up queer horror

The bookshop, located on St. Mary’s Street in the heart of downtown, specializes in all that goes bump in the night.

by Stephanie Koithan August 5, 2025September 1, 2025

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Curious Twins ghost-tour duo purchase abandoned, ‘haunted’ hospital near San Antonio

Some consider Yorktown Hospital the ‘most haunted building in Texas’ due to its reputation for paranormal activity.

by Stephanie Koithan July 29, 2025September 1, 2025

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Pee-wee’s bike will go on display at San Antonio’s Alamo starting early August

The bike will go on display on the 40th anniversary of the cinematic release of Pee-wee’s Big Adventure.

by Stephanie Koithan July 28, 2025September 1, 2025

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Paranormal investigator who brought ‘possessed’ Annabelle doll to San Antonio has reportedly died

Rivera died suddenly at a stop in Gettysburg on Sunday.

by Stephanie Koithan July 16, 2025September 1, 2025

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San Antonio tattoo parlor now offering daycare service while parents get inked

Children will get their own temporary tattoo as part of the experience, the studio said.

by Michael Karlis July 14, 2025August 29, 2025

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San Antonio’s Muertos Fest will remain in Hemisfair for next 10 years under new deal

The annual event also has expanded its relationship with the Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico — San Antonio.

by Sanford Nowlin July 1, 2025August 5, 2025

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Beloved San Antonio drag performer Kristi Waters talks about stepping out of the spotlight to battle cancer

Waters will host the Pride Wrap Party this Sunday, and there’s also an all-star benefit show scheduled for July 5.

by Bryan Rindfuss June 26, 2025August 4, 2025

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San Antonio drag performer Kristi Waters says she’s taking break due to cancer diagnosis

‘I’m determined to fight with everything I’ve got and come back stronger, healthier and more grateful than ever,’ she said via social media.

by Sanford Nowlin June 17, 2025August 2, 2025

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San Antonio resident Vanessa Irino’s love for Casper the Friendly Ghost leads her to world record

The jewelry maker owns the largest collection of Casper memorabilia.

by Kiko Martinez June 6, 2025July 29, 2025

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Exploring the nuances of ancient Greek wine at the San Antonio Museum of Art

Greek vessels including the amphora, kylix and krater were functional but also could be elaborate works of art.

by Ron Bechtol May 4, 2025July 21, 2025

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These 10 medals for Fiesta San Antonio 2025 bring together great design and great causes

Fiesta medals have become an art form in their own right.

by Bryan Rindfuss and Sanford Nowlin April 26, 2025August 5, 2025

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Garden Party: A diverse trio of women artists finds common ground at Artpace San Antonio

Laura Veles Drey (Houston), Anita Fields (Oklahoma) and Lorena Molina (San Francisco via El Salvador) explore parallel themes with their work.

by Bryan Rindfuss April 10, 2025July 18, 2025

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Longtime San Antonio Spurs radio announcer Bill Schoening retires after 24 seasons

A member of the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, Schoening called four Spurs championships.

by Michael Karlis April 4, 2025July 11, 2025

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The Junk Artist: Phil Ross isn’t about to the let the city take down his tower of found objects

San Antonio artist Phil Ross has been building his tower of junk for decades. Now he’s fighting the city to keep it.

by Stephanie Koithan March 19, 2025August 5, 2025

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San Antonio filmmaker debuts feature-length documentary American Sons at SXSW

The film explores the urgent need for mental health support among veterans, according to director Andrew James Gonzales.

by Stephanie Koithan March 11, 2025August 4, 2025

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San Antonio’s McNay comes full circle with posthumous exhibition celebrating Texas artist Michael Tracy

Tracy is known for richly layered paintings and symbolic sculptures exploring themes of religion, ritual, immigration and sacrifice.

by Bryan Rindfuss March 5, 2025July 22, 2025

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‘Sandy Skoglund: Enchanting Nature’ at the McNay showcases artist’s whimsical installations

New McNay exhibit examines French artists’ defiance of censorship to skewer the powerful

San Antonio’s 31-year-old Magik Theatre opens fundraiser ahead of temporary closure for renovations

Artists Nadia Botello, Fabiola Menchelli, Jason Willome mine meditative territory at Contemporary at Blue Star

Spooky new San Antonio bookshop Ghoulish Books is lifting up queer horror

Curious Twins ghost-tour duo purchase abandoned, ‘haunted’ hospital near San Antonio

Pee-wee’s bike will go on display at San Antonio’s Alamo starting early August

Paranormal investigator who brought ‘possessed’ Annabelle doll to San Antonio has reportedly died

San Antonio tattoo parlor now offering daycare service while parents get inked

San Antonio’s Muertos Fest will remain in Hemisfair for next 10 years under new deal

Beloved San Antonio drag performer Kristi Waters talks about stepping out of the spotlight to battle cancer

San Antonio drag performer Kristi Waters says she’s taking break due to cancer diagnosis

San Antonio resident Vanessa Irino’s love for Casper the Friendly Ghost leads her to world record

Exploring the nuances of ancient Greek wine at the San Antonio Museum of Art

These 10 medals for Fiesta San Antonio 2025 bring together great design and great causes

Garden Party: A diverse trio of women artists finds common ground at Artpace San Antonio

Longtime San Antonio Spurs radio announcer Bill Schoening retires after 24 seasons

The Junk Artist: Phil Ross isn’t about to the let the city take down his tower of found objects

San Antonio filmmaker debuts feature-length documentary American Sons at SXSW

San Antonio’s McNay comes full circle with posthumous exhibition celebrating Texas artist Michael Tracy

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