Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse at Barton Springs Pool Rehabilitation

Announcements

• Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse at Barton Springs Pool partially reopened on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

• The partial reopening includes the park and pool side restrooms, the pool side shower, the dressing spaces within the building, the lifeguard office, first aid area, break room and locker room. Entry to the pool has moved to the east side of the building. 

• The front parking lot has fully reopened, except a small area on the west side that remains fenced off for ongoing construction work.

• The building’s main entrance at the rotunda and the west side remain closed to the public for construction.

Completed Tasks 

• Installation of the west side exit turnstile
• Installation of drinking fountain and ticket kiosk
• Installation of permanent irrigation at the front of the building
• Installation of signage at the west side entrance 

Work In Progress 

• Testing and adjusting of HVAC system
• Light control testing and adjustments
• Exhibit paneling installation in the east room of the exhibit area
• Installation of the bike racks and ticket kiosks

Planned Work

• Security system installation at the west gate
• Exhibit displays and transaction desk installation

Completed installation of the drinking fountain and ticket kiosk

West side exit turnstile is completed

New visitor navigation and information signage has been installed

New educational signage featuring the Barton Springs salamanders has been installed at the spectator gallery

Bathhouse Renamed 

On April 4, 2024, an Austin City Council resolution renamed the Bathhouse at Barton Springs Pool in honor of Joan Means Khabele for her contributions and activism which led to the integration of the pool. To learn more about Joan Means Khabele, please visit Austin Parks and Recreation's blog.