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Blaffer Art Museum

4173 Elgin St.
Houston, TX 77004

Third Ward

713-743-9528

http://www.blafferartmuseum.org

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The Blaffer, the University of Houston's foremost gallery, sticks to its mission of forwarding understanding of cutting-edge contemporary art through exhibits and special engagements. The facility, located on the UH main campus in Third Ward, offers both students and the general public completely free access to its exhibits and programs.

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