Have you been keeping up to date with your knowledge about Austin? These little tidbits are pretty good to keep in your back pocket. We’re a pretty prideful bunch of residents and these facts about Austin will give you an even greater appreciation of the city.
1. Austin's population GREW during the Great Depression. Yep, UT's enrollment actually almost doubled during this time as well.
8. Whole Foods was founded in Austin by two college dropouts - John Mackey and Rene Hardy. They worked and lived in the store until the business was successful enough for them to get a place to live.
15. Austin is really the live music capital of the world - There are around 2,000 bands and artists in the city and almost 200 live music venues throughout.