Brenham Texas Area
Attractions
Antique
Rose Emporium
Located on an early settler's homestead in historic
Independence, the nationally renowned 8-acre retail display
garden center is beautifully landscaped featuring romantic old
garden roses, native plants, old-fashioned cottage garden
perennials, herbs, and a wildflower meadow. Several unique
restored buildings include an 1855 stone kitchen original to the
site, an 1840's log corncrib, an 1850's saltbox house, and an
early 1900's Victorian home. Reservations are requested for
groups or tour buses. Newsletter and mail order catalogues
available. For Wedding information call (800)441-0002. Mon-Sat
9am-6pm, Sun 11am-5:30pm. Admission is FREE. Closed on major
holidays. Call (979)836-5548 or write 9300 Lueckemeyer Rd,
Brenham 77833. Visit:
www.weAREroses.com.
Blue
Bell Creameries
Blue Bell is open for plant tours year-round, weekdays only.
Winter schedule may vary. There is a nominal charge for the
45-minute tour that includes a short film and ends with a dip of
your favorite ice cream flavor. Tour reservations required for
groups (15+). During Spring Break, reservations required for all
visitors. Call in advance for tour days and times. Closed most
holidays. The Blue Bell Country Store, specializing in Blue Bell
ow. Change Permissi logo items and country-style gifts is open Monday ? Friday; and
Saturday, March ? December. Tours are available Monday-Friday at
10am, 11am, 1pm, 1:30pm, 2pm, & 2:30pm and are conducted on a
first come first served basis. Call for seasonal hours,
reservations for groups, & current prices. Call 1-800-327-8135,
or write P.O. Box 1807, Brenham 77834. Visit:
www.bluebell.com.
Downtown Brenham's Historic Main Street
District
The shopping is great in downtown Brenham! Recognized
as a National Register District for three consecutive years,
downtown buildings reflect
the town's early history and charm with
over 40 shops. Come stroll through the past and present and spend
time relaxing on one of our many downtown benches! For a downtown
tour map, brochure or more information, call 1(888)BRENHAM or
write to P.O. Box 2294, Brenham 77834. Visit
www.downtownbrenham.com.
See City Map or 4 on County Map.
Heritage Home Tours
Tour Brenham's oldest house! The Giddings-Wilkin House,
built by J.D. Giddings in 1843, is beautifully decorated with many
original home furnishings. Then, stroll the veranda at the
exquisitely restored Giddings Stone Mansion, built in 1869 to
protect the family from yellow fever. It is a prime example of
19th century architecture in Texas. Both properties are restored
and on the National Register of Historic Places. The Mansion is
available for weddings, receptions, parties and meetings.
Luncheons available. Tours by appointment. $5.00 per person. Call
(979)836-1690 or write The Heritage Society of Washington County,
P.O. Box 1123, Brenham 77833. Visit:
www.giddingsstonemansion.com.
See 5 on City Map.
International Festival - Institute at Round Top
Founded in 1971 by world-renowned American concert
pianist James Dick, The International Festival-Institute showcases
The Texas Festival Orchestra and a host of internationally
regarded conductors and performers in orchestral and chamber music
concerts for six weeks each summer as well as presenting concerts
throughout the year. Located in the beautiful countryside of
historic Round Top, The Festival-Institute's home at Festival Hill
features an 1100-seat European-styled concert hall, a renovated
chapel and several restored Victorian homes and extensive herb and
flower gardens. Located at Highway 237 & Jaster Road, Round
Top. For more information on concerts and tours, call (979)
249-3129 or visit
www.festivalhill.org.
See 14 on County Map.
Pleasant Hill Winery
Tours begin and end in a carefully constructed barn at
the top of the hill. The tour will take you through the path of
the grape as it transforms from vine to wine. In the cellar, you
will experience the sights and smells of the winemaking process.
In the tasting room, you will be able to sample the results of our
"wine-growing". Taste the wine traditions of the Zaffiro
and Macedonio families. Great gift shop with wines and souvenirs.
FREE admission. Hours: Sat. 11am - 6pm; Sun. 12pm - 5pm. Located
at 1441Salem Road, Brenham. Call (979) 830-VINE.Visit:
www.PleasantHillWinery.com.
See 27 on County Map.
Unity Theatre
Unity Theatre is a non-profit, professional theatre
located in historic downtown Brenham. This 125-seat theatre, set
in a restored warehouse, offers an intimate theatre experience
within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and fine bed &
breakfast establishments. The company produces a variety of plays
and musicals throughout the year. Tickets are $18-$20 and
reservations are recommended. For a free brochure call
(979)830-8358, email info@unitybrenham.org.
Located at 300 Church St., Brenham. Visit
www.UnityBrenham.org.
See 15 on City Map.
Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site
The 293-acre park is located on the original town site of
Washington, which served as the capital of the Republic of
Texas. The complex features a state-of-the-art Visitors Center
with hands-on interactive exhibits, which walk visitors through
the birth of a new nation ? Texas. The Washington Emporium,
located in the Visitors Center, is a premiere Texas gift shop.
The Complex includes a Conference Center, Education Center, and
Pavilions that are available to rent for special occasions. Open
year-round, the Park offers hiking trails, picnic areas with
tables, grills, shelters, all free of charge from 8am until
dark. Guided tours and programs are available year round. Call
for dates and admission fees. Stroll the Park trails where Texas
was born. This historic site showcases Independence Hall where
the Texas Declaration of Independence was drafted and signed on
March 2, 1836. Open daily for tours.
Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site
is located between Brenham and Navasota off Hwy. 105 on FM 1155.
Combination tickets and family discounts for the featured sites
in the Park make this a family friendly destination. Special
programs can be arranged for groups of 20 or more. For dates and
admission fees, call 936-878-2214 Visit:
www.birthplaceoftexas.com.
Star of the Republic Museum
Experience the saga of the Republic of Texas, which from 1836
to 1846, existed as a separate and independent nation. Through
interactive exhibits, audiovisual presentations and educational
programs, the Museum presents the experiences of ordinary Texans
and extraordinary events. All new, award-winning
exhibits
provide a comprehensive and unparalleled look at the people and
places that shaped the character of this unique nation.
Administered by Blinn College. Open daily 10am-5pm. Visit:
www.starmuseum.org.
Barrington Living History Farm
Explore the home of Anson Jones, the last president of the
Republic of Texas. Experience sights, sounds, and smells of this
southern cotton plantation with historic breeds and heirloom
crops. Daily life on this working 1850?s farm comes alive as
interpreters in period clothing demonstrate daily chores and
skills. Open Wednesday through Saturday 10am?5pm and Sunday
11am-5pm.
Distances:
90 miles from Austin
70 miles from Houston
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Far View -
A Bed and Breakfast Estate
Linda Hallett/Steve Zoobkoff, Innkeepers/Owners
1804 South Park
Street - Brenham, Texas (TX) 77833
888-FAR-VIEW(327-8439) - (979) 836-1672 - Fax (979) 836-5893
Email: stay@farviewbedandbreakfast.com
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