Family, friends and visitors all enjoy popular events that are planned throughout the year. Wine Walks, Fun Runs, Festivals and Fairs put smiles on faces young and young at heart!

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The Smithsonian Exhibit

 Monday, December 23rd, 2024 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
 Event Details

In 1900, almost 40% of Americans lived in rural areas, while today, that number is less than 20%. Almost 90% of the land mass is considered non-urban. Join us in Brenham December 7 – January 19 to explore the Smithsonian exhibit titled Crossroads: Change in Rural America, and learn why revitalizing rural places matters now, and into the future. Despite demographic changes, economic innovation and a focus on cultural facets have helped make small towns unique, comfortable and desirable. Come and learn how these changes helped Brenham and Washington County create a bright future from the legacy of our rural roots.

The Smithsonian Exhibit

 Thursday, December 26th, 2024 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
 Event Details

In 1900, almost 40% of Americans lived in rural areas, while today, that number is less than 20%. Almost 90% of the land mass is considered non-urban. Join us in Brenham December 7 – January 19 to explore the Smithsonian exhibit titled Crossroads: Change in Rural America, and learn why revitalizing rural places matters now, and into the future. Despite demographic changes, economic innovation and a focus on cultural facets have helped make small towns unique, comfortable and desirable. Come and learn how these changes helped Brenham and Washington County create a bright future from the legacy of our rural roots.

All Trails Lead to Houston Exhibit

 Friday, December 27th, 2024 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Brenham Heritage Museum
 Event Details

NEW FEATURED EXHIBIT at the Brenham Heritage Museum:
Available for a limited time, the newest exhibit, “All Trails Lead to Houston,” tells the stories of the various trail rides that lead to Houston to launch the Annual Livestock Show and Rodeo. The original ride, the Salt Grass, began in Brenham and was founded by Reese Lockett and friends, inspiring dedicated riders and continuing to this day. Featuring striking photography of Ray Viator, supplemented with local trail ride artifacts, this exhibit is a must-see.
Museum hours are 10am-4pm Wednesday-Saturday. Admission is $5 for adults and free for children 12 and under. Museum members get in for free.

The Smithsonian Exhibit

 Friday, December 27th, 2024 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
 Event Details

In 1900, almost 40% of Americans lived in rural areas, while today, that number is less than 20%. Almost 90% of the land mass is considered non-urban. Join us in Brenham December 7 – January 19 to explore the Smithsonian exhibit titled Crossroads: Change in Rural America, and learn why revitalizing rural places matters now, and into the future. Despite demographic changes, economic innovation and a focus on cultural facets have helped make small towns unique, comfortable and desirable. Come and learn how these changes helped Brenham and Washington County create a bright future from the legacy of our rural roots.

All Trails Lead to Houston Exhibit

 Saturday, December 28th, 2024 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Brenham Heritage Museum
 Event Details

NEW FEATURED EXHIBIT at the Brenham Heritage Museum:
Available for a limited time, the newest exhibit, “All Trails Lead to Houston,” tells the stories of the various trail rides that lead to Houston to launch the Annual Livestock Show and Rodeo. The original ride, the Salt Grass, began in Brenham and was founded by Reese Lockett and friends, inspiring dedicated riders and continuing to this day. Featuring striking photography of Ray Viator, supplemented with local trail ride artifacts, this exhibit is a must-see.
Museum hours are 10am-4pm Wednesday-Saturday. Admission is $5 for adults and free for children 12 and under. Museum members get in for free.

The Smithsonian Exhibit

 Saturday, December 28th, 2024 :: 10:00am - 2:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
 Event Details

In 1900, almost 40% of Americans lived in rural areas, while today, that number is less than 20%. Almost 90% of the land mass is considered non-urban. Join us in Brenham December 7 – January 19 to explore the Smithsonian exhibit titled Crossroads: Change in Rural America, and learn why revitalizing rural places matters now, and into the future. Despite demographic changes, economic innovation and a focus on cultural facets have helped make small towns unique, comfortable and desirable. Come and learn how these changes helped Brenham and Washington County create a bright future from the legacy of our rural roots.

The Smithsonian Exhibit

 Sunday, December 29th, 2024 :: 11:00am - 2:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
 Event Details

In 1900, almost 40% of Americans lived in rural areas, while today, that number is less than 20%. Almost 90% of the land mass is considered non-urban. Join us in Brenham December 7 – January 19 to explore the Smithsonian exhibit titled Crossroads: Change in Rural America, and learn why revitalizing rural places matters now, and into the future. Despite demographic changes, economic innovation and a focus on cultural facets have helped make small towns unique, comfortable and desirable. Come and learn how these changes helped Brenham and Washington County create a bright future from the legacy of our rural roots.