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Spring Cleaning

 Saturday, April 11th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Living History Farm
 Event Details

Spring cleaning was a yearly ritual that modern conveniences have obliterated the need to do. Preparing a home for warmer weather by chasing out cobwebs and dirt, scrubbing walls and floors, was much more laborious in the 1850s than cleaning today! Help sweep, wash windows, beat rugs and mattresses, and wash and wax furniture as needed. Contact us at Barrington-Plantation@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival

 Saturday, April 11th, 2026 :: 9:00am - 6:00pm
 Chappell Hill Historical Society & Museum
 Event Details

Make plans now to join the community for this year’s annual Bluebonnet Festival!
Experience one of Texas’s most beloved spring traditions featuring:
✅Over 250 juried exhibitors showcasing home décor, gardening, art, crafts, jewelry, clothing, and more.
✅Delicious country-style food from local vendors
✅Live entertainment and music throughout the weekend
✅Tours of the historic community and its beautifully preserved buildings
Hosted by the Chappell Hill Historical Society, a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to preserving the town’s history and heritage, the festival promises a high-quality, family-friendly event in the heart of the downtown National Historic District.
📍Nestled among the scenic landscapes of Washington County, Chappell Hill offers friendly faces, a relaxed atmosphere, and a perfect setting for a weekend of fun and tradition.
📍Festival Location
Up and down Main Street, Poplar Street, and the property behind the Visitor’s Center
Festival Hours
⌚️Saturday, April 11, 2026: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
⌚️Sunday, April 12, 2026: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
❓Frequently Asked Questions❓
1. Please leave your pets at home!
2. ATMs are available at several locations throughout the festival and Chappell Hill.
3. Handicapped parking available.
4. No admission fees.
5. Parking fee: $10 per vehicle.
6. No bus, RV, or oversized vehicle parking available.
7. The Children’s Court is located on the Poplar Lot between Providence St. & Poplar St.
8. Food vendors available on both Poplar Lot and Main Street.
9. Stay tuned to this page for updates, weather information, and festival announcements.
Come celebrate spring, community, and Texas heritage at the Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival 2026!

Syntropic Agroforestry

 Saturday, April 11th, 2026 :: 8:30am - 11:30am
 Deeply Rooted Ranch
 Event Details

At Deeply Rooted Ranch- we will come together, in community to learn: What is Syntropic Agroforestry, how can we apply the intelligence of the forest and ecological succession to productive and abundant food production systems, terms and techniques to for planting, and how to plant a Syntropic system with a hands on experience!

April 11th 8:30 am – 11:30 am Includes: lecture, hands on teaching and a seasonal farm lunch with tea, water and coffee

$75 each

Speaker Series present Nobel Laureate Dr. James P. Allison

 Tuesday, April 7th, 2026 :: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
 Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre
 Event Details

Nobel Laureate Dr. James P. Allison is chair of the MD Anderson Immunology Department and Founding Director of the James P. Allison Institute. He is renowned for his research on T Cell regulation and cancer immunology strategies. Doors open at 5 p.m. with reception and hors d’oeuvres, presentation follows in the Hasskarl Auditorium. Individual tickets $50.

Gamblers, Horse Racers, and Sports of All Classes: Horse Racing in Washington

 Saturday, April 4th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site
 Event Details

Join us on Saturday, April 4th for an exciting 19th century horse racing exhibition! This year’s event will feature 5 races on the track at 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, and 3:00pm. You’ll enjoy the atmosphere of race day, with period games like faro, refreshments, stick horse races for kids, and wagon rides by Iron Horse Guest Ranch! As part of an exciting new partnership with the Texas Racing Commission, Racing Steward Darline Knight will be giving talks throughout the day about the modern horse racing industry in Texas. You won’t want to miss this amazing event!

Independence Reborn – Temporary Exhibit at the Brenham Heritage Museum

 Thursday, March 12th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Brenham Heritage Museum
 Event Details

In conjunction with Texas History Month, the Brenham Heritage Museum is featuring an exhibit honoring its sister museum and historic site at Washington-on-the-Brazos. Titled Independence Reborn: A Look at Washington-on-the-Brazos, the displays in BHM’s Blue Bell Gallery serve as an introduction to the rich history associated with the Washington site and include a generous nod to the extensive renovations that recently debuted at the state historic site. Come experience this educational display! The Brenham Heritage Museum is located at 105 South Market Street in downtown Brenham. Hours are Wednesday through Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission to Independence Reborn is included with regular museum admission. Admission rates can be found on the museum’s website: www.bhmtexas.org. This exhibit will be on view from Wednesday, March 4 until Saturday, April 18, 2026. This exhibit is generously sponsored by Lauren Anderson & Robert Flanagan.

Farm Brunch at Deeply Rooted Ranch

 Sunday, January 11th, 2026 :: 10:00am - 2:00pm
 Deeply Rooted Ranch
 Event Details

Farmhouse Brunch curated by Chef Chris Huffman. Specialty brunch offering delicious meals incorporating seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh made pastries, house-roasted coffee and unique dishes with fresh ingredients from our farm.