Antone's Nightclub Secures 50-Year Lease, Plans Museum Expansion

In a significant development, Antone's nightclub in Austin has secured a 50-year lease deal with its landlord, ensuring the iconic venue's future for decades to come. The nationally celebrated mecca for blues and roots music has been a fixture in the city's live music scene for the past 50 years, and this long-term lease agreement solidifies its place as a cultural institution.

Alongside the lease news, Antone's is also planning to build a museum on its second level that will be open to tourists during the day as well as clubgoers at night. This museum will double as a VIP room, allowing the venue to offer a unique experience to its patrons. The museum is expected to open in 2017 and will showcase the club's rich history and memorabilia.

The 50-year lease and museum expansion are part of Antone's broader 50th anniversary celebrations, which have included the release of a comprehensive boxed set titled "Antone's: 50 Years of the Blues" and an all-star blues revue tour that has taken the club's music on the road for the first time in 35 years. These initiatives have been well-received, with the revue shows connecting the older and younger generations of blues enthusiasts.