When
September 21, 2025 | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
What
In honor of its 75th anniversary, The University of Texas Press is hosting a literary event on Sunday, September 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Austin Central Library’s Special Event Center. Free and open to the public, The University of Texas Press at 75: A Celebration of Books and Ideas will feature a full day of conversations with acclaimed authors, thought-provoking panels, and a celebration of the press’s impact on Texas culture and beyond.
The festivities will kick off with a special proclamation from Austin Mayor Kirk Watson declaring September 21 as University of Texas Press Day, followed by a full day of conversations that reflect the press’s far-reaching catalog and cultural impact.
Program Highlights Include:
– Sarah Bird on her UT Press publications
– David Hillis & Asher Elbein on nature and conservation in Texas
– Dr. Leonard Moore & Michael Hurd discussing football and culture
– Lisa Keefauver in conversation with Dr. Art Markman from Two Guys on Your Head
– Toni Tipton-Martin on her landmark culinary work
– Stephen Harrigan in dialogue with Rachel Monroe
– Hanif Abdurraqib & Jessica Hopper on the American Music Series
This free public event invites book lovers, scholars, and curious minds to explore the enduring power of ideas, deep research, and bold storytelling. Seating is first come, first served.
Learn MoreWhere
Austin Central Library
710 West Cesar Chavez Street