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!
All Trails Lead to Houston Exhibit
Saturday, January 11th, 2025 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Brenham Heritage Museum
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, January 11th, 2025 :: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
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.
Sam Houston Speech Reenactment
Saturday, January 11th, 2025 :: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
An Afternoon with Sam Houston
Paige Lewis Live at Floyd’s Lounge
Saturday, January 11th, 2025 :: 8:00pm - 11:00pm
Floyd’s Lounge
Join us Saturday, January 11th as Paige Lewis takes the stage 8-11pm. See y’all then!
The Smithsonian Exhibit
Sunday, January 12th, 2025 :: 11:00am - 2:00pm
Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
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.
Hymns of Old Independence at Historic Baptist Church
Sunday, January 12th, 2025 :: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Independence Visitor Center
Hymns of Old Independence at the Historic Old Independence Church (Intersection FM 50 and 390 East)
Cemetery Hayride Tour at Old Independence & Liberty Community Cemeteries
Sunday, January 12th, 2025 :: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Independence Visitor Center
Old Independence and Liberty Community Cemeteries Hayride. Actors portray notable characters and families on several stops in each cemetery. Parking at 8605 Coles Rd. for hayride
The Smithsonian Exhibit
Monday, January 13th, 2025 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
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
Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
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
Wednesday, January 15th, 2025 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
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.