Washington County Soundwalk Experience
Like the Camptown Soundwalk Experience developed for the new permanent local exhibit in Brenham, an immersive audio tour encourages visitors to listen to stories of important sites in Burton, Chappell Hill, Independence and at Washington-on-the-Brazos.
On these walking tours at each location, visitors can scan QR codes to listen to each Soundwalk. This gives each community another opportunity to share the stories that are part of what made them what they are today. Explore the county and learn about the history in each of the communities!
Brenham & Washington County Visitor Center
The Brenham & Washington County Visitor Center is located in Downtown Brenham inside of The Barnhill Center. It is ran by Visit Brenham, and everyone on staff is extremely knowledgeable of the area to serve the tourism community. We are committed to our visitors having a wonderful experience in Brenham & Washington County! If you need help planning your trip to Brenham, or have questions about what to do in the area, we are happy to help! Send us an email at info@visitbrenhamtexas.com or give us a call at 979-337-7580.
The Brenham & Washington County Visitor Center is open 7 days a week: Monday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-3pm, and Sunday 11am-3pm
Step into the Past Tours
Learn about Brenham’s importance in early Texas history. “Meet” Texas’ early forefathers and hear stories of their exciting adventures. See unique artifacts that will delight you. See how aristocrats lived in the days before plumbing and electricity. Learn about Brenham’s State Antiquities Landmark, a system of historic public cisterns.
STEP INTO THE PAST Tours are for groups of 10+. Call in advance for arrangements to see historic sites around Brenham and Washington County. Friendly and knowledgeable guides tell fun stories, but some sites can be toured without guides.
Must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance.
Texas Cotton Gin Museum
The Official Cotton Gin Museum of Texas keeps the legacy of cotton alive for all generations; open Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Home of the 1914 Burton Farmers Gin – the oldest operating cotton gin in America; tours daily at 10am and 2pm. *Leashed pets allowed
Main Street Brenham
Come stroll through past and present, visit more than 25 shops and spend some time relaxing in this National Register district. Brenham’s downtown buildings reflect the town’s early history and charm.