Art and Music in
“The Hip Zip 78704”
Austinites take pride in eccentricities and celebrate the differences between themselves and other U.S. cities. "Keep Austin Weird" has become a local motto in recent years, featured on innumerable bumper stickers and t-shirts. This motto has not only been used in promoting Austin's eccentricity and diversity, but is also meant to bolster support of local and independent businesses.
The Hip Zip 78704 is home to a lot of artists. They can be seen selling their art along South Congress (SoCo). Every first Thursday of the month, during what is known as First Thursday, the eclectic shops on South Congress stay open late, artists sell their works on the sidewalks, and musicians play in the streets. This is truly a spectacle of Austin, and exemplifies its cultural side.
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