Documentary: "Deep in the Heart: A Texas Wildlife Story"

Escape the summer heat and join us for “Deep in the Heart: A Texas Wildlife Story,” Texas’ first wildlife film, shown on the largest IMAX screen in Texas! Optional (not part of the official Sierra Club event): After the documentary, join us for a short 10 minute walk to Texas Chili Parlor for a cold drink, snacks, or an early dinner. **If you would like to join us at Texas Chili Parlor,** **please RSVP separately on the [Texas Chili Parlor companion Meetup event page](https://www.meetup.com/austin-sierra-club-outings/events/315939356/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)**[ ](https://www.meetup.com/austin-sierra-club-outings/events/315939356/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)so we may reserve enough space for our group. * **A separate RSVP is required for the companion event in addition to your RSVP for the IMAX documentary.** ***"Deep in the Heart: A Texas Wildlife Story"*** is a visually stunning celebration of what makes Texas unique — its diverse landscapes and remarkable wildlife behavior that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Told through the eyes of wildlife species ranging from the mysterious blind catfish to the elusive mountain lion, the story follows our ever-changing relationship with the natural world and showcases our ability to destroy, conserve, and recover wildlife and the habitat we mutually depend on. Narrated by Matthew McConaughey and featuring state-of-the-art cinematography, this family-friendly film journeys from the highest peaks in West Texas, through our aquifers, rivers, and bays, and deep into the Gulf of Mexico. ***Deep in the Heart*** aims to conserve our remaining wild places, to show the connectivity of water and wildlife, and to recognize Texas’ conservation importance on a continental scale. *[Source: https://deepintheheartwildlife.com/]* This family-friendly documentary is in 2D format. The documentary is 43 minutes in length, showing from 1:00PM to 1:43 PM. **Itinerary:** **12:30 PM:** Let's meet just inside the[ Bullock Museum ](https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/)main rotunda entrance at 12:30 PM; then, we can purchase our tickets at the Ticketing Booth in the museum's lobby. **GETTING THERE: [IMPORTANT]** Enter the Bullock Museum address (1800 N. Congress Ave.) into your GPS, but note that the museum entrance is on the pedestrian-only Capitol Mall and cannot be accessed by car. When your GPS brings you to the museum, continue to nearby streets such as Colorado, 17th, or San Jacinto to look for parking. Parking can be a challenge in downtown Austin, so plan to arrive early to find parking within a 5–8 minute walk to the museum. **Free metered street parking is typically available on Sundays on San Jacinto and Trinity—several blocks away.** **[Refer to the Texas Capitol Complex Map](https://tspb.texas.gov/plan/maps/doc/capitol_complex_map.pdf)** to familiarize yourself with the surrounding city streets before your visit. If you prefer to park onsite at the museum, the [Bullock Museum Parking Garage](https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/visit/parking-and-directions/) offers only a full-day rate of $15. The garage entrance is shown on the [Texas Capitol Complex Map](https://tspb.texas.gov/plan/maps/doc/capitol_complex_map.pdf). Carpooling is encouraged. Comment below if you are interested in carpooling and share your area of town. Carpooling is not arranged by Sierra Club. **PURCHASE IMAX TICKETS:** Purchase tickets in person at the Ticketing Booth in the museum's main rotunda lobby upon arrival for the 1:00 PM showing of Deep in the Heart: A Texas Wildlife Story. Ticket prices: Adult (18-64 years) $10, Senior (65+) $9, Youth (4-17) $8. OR You may [purchase tickets online in advance](https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/films/deep-in-the-heart-2026/). Note: Online purchases add a convenience fee. * **If purchasing at the museum, please allow extra time for the ticket line.** Tip: Consider becoming a [Bullock Museum Member](https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/get-involved/membership) to get free admission to