Seaholm Intake Building Reopens Today as Public Event Space

Austin, TX · June 15, 2026

The clouds are hanging low this Monday morning, and you’ll want the umbrella handy before heading out for the commute.

📰 The Lead

After nearly a decade of "coming soon" signs and architectural studies, the historic Seaholm Intake Building officially opens its doors to the public this morning. The 1950s-era structure, once the lungs of the city’s power plant, has been transformed from a chain-linked shell into a versatile community space. While the exterior retains its iconic Art Deco silhouette, the interior now features polished concrete and open-air views of Lady Bird Lake. This first phase of the project allows for small-scale events and public lounging, providing a much-needed shaded respite along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail. City officials are expected to cut the ribbon at 10:00 AM, marking a shift from industrial relic to a centerpiece of the downtown waterfront.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • Middle-Housing Zoning Vote — City Council meets tomorrow to finalize the latest phase of the HOME initiative regarding residential density.

  • Transit Cooling Stations — CapMetro is deploying air-conditioned buses at major transit centers starting this afternoon to provide heat relief.

⛈️ Today's Outlook

  • High 82°F · Low 70°F — Thunderstorms (87% chance of precipitation)
    • Grab an umbrella before heading out, as heavy rain is likely throughout the day.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Juneteenth History Exhibit — Carver Museum, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM New gallery opening featuring local archival photos and oral histories.

  • Pflugerville: Paws & Pages — Pflugerville Library, 4:00 PM Short drive for kids to practice reading to certified therapy dogs.

  • Georgetown: Sunset Yoga — Garey Park, 6:30 PM Outdoor session overlooking the San Gabriel River; registration is required.

  • Monday Night Jazz — Elephant Room, 9:00 PM Classic underground vibes with no cover charge and great acoustics.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The 04 Center
    • Tucked away on South Congress, this former church has found a second life as one of the city’s most intimate listening rooms. The acoustics are famously crisp, a byproduct of the original sanctuary’s high ceilings and wooden pews. It remains a rare venue where the audience actually stays quiet for the opener, honoring the space’s spiritual roots with a modern focus on songwriting and storytelling.

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