Brenham Heritage Museum

07/10/2025

Join us on Tuesday, July 29th from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at the Julie & Larry Tegeler Bus Depot Gallery (313 E Alamo St) for an insightful evening of storytelling and history.
Authors Charles Swenson, Tina B. Henderson, Ph.D., and Robert R. Bubb, Ph.D. will discuss their newly released book, Voices of Camptown: Untold Stories from a Freedom Colony Cemetery. Discover the remarkable lives and legacies of African Americans in post-Emancipation Washington County, Texas, as brought to life through this compelling work.

This meticulously researched and deeply human narrative begins where most histories end: in the overgrown, nearly forgotten Camptown Cemetery. Here, the authors uncover the lives of those who transformed adversity into opportunity, building churches, schools, businesses, and a vibrant civic life in the shadow of Reconstruction and Jim Crow. Through painstaking archival work, oral histories, and community collaboration, the book resurrects the voices of individuals like Wiley Hubert, a master carpenter and community builder; Sam Love, a pioneering educator; and Mary Marks, whose personal journey echoes the broader struggle for dignity and recognition.

Admission is $5 for non-members and museum members get in for free. RSVP to: [email protected]

Copies of the book will be available for sale at the event.

07/08/2025

🎬 Step Into the Spotlight: A Glamorous Evening at the Brenham Heritage Museum 🎬

Fall Fundraiser 2025 | "The 1930s: The Golden Age of Hollywood"

Roll out the red carpet and join us on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 6 - 10 pm for an unforgettable night of vintage elegance, cinematic nostalgia, and community celebration as we raise funds to support the Brenham Heritage Museum. Our fall fundraiser pays tribute to the glitz and glamour of 1930s Hollywood — a dazzling era of innovation, artistry, and timeless style. Support the Museum’s mission while enjoying an evening filled with live entertainment, heavy hors d'oeuvres, and exclusive experiences. Whether you’re a top-tier Studio Boss or a shining Supporting Performer, every sponsorship and ticket supports the preservation and sharing of our region’s rich heritage.

Buy tickets and sponsorships here: https://square.link/u/T2hW0ymE

07/03/2025

Happy Independence Day! 🎆

The Brenham Heritage Museum will be closed on July 4 for the holiday.
We'll reopen with our regular hours — 10 AM to 4 PM — on Saturday, July 5.

Wishing everyone a safe and joyful 4th of July! 🎇🎉

06/30/2025

Congratulations to the Brenham Heritage Museum's Interim Executive Director, Ciera Harris, who was recognized as one of Washington County's 20 "Rising Stars Under 40" in a special edition newspaper published by the Brenham Banner-Press over the weekend.

06/26/2025

Did you happen to miss out on Dr. Spellman's latest presentation? Don't worry... We're bringing him back!

Save the date for September 23, to explore the topic: "June 1865 - The Civil War Ends in Texas."

RSVP now to: [email protected]

Event details: https://www.facebook.com/share/19PonScv9Z/

Prices for this program are $10 for non-members, while museum members get in for free! We expect a full house, so don't wait to reserve your seats!

06/26/2025

What an incredible turnout for an unforgettable evening!

We were honored to welcome Dr. Paul Spellman to the Brenham Heritage Museum on Tuesday night, where he shared fascinating insights into the history of the "Old 300" families in Texas.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and showed their support!

06/19/2025

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06/19/2025

Happy Juneteenth!

Come see our newest rotating exhibit, "Heritage and Hope: 160 Years of Celebrating Juneteenth in Washington County," now on display in the Blue Bell Gallery. This exhibit features photographs, artifacts, and community stories that celebrate this tradition.

📍 Brenham Heritage Museum, 105 S Market St, Brenham, TX 77833
🕙 Wed–Sat | 10 AM–4 PM
📌 105 S. Market Street, Brenham, TX
🎟️ $5 admission | Museum members and kids 12 & under FREE

06/17/2025

Our friends at the Brenham Heritage Museum are hosting a Speaker Series, featuring acclaimed historian and author Dr. Paul Spellman, as he presents: “The Old 300: Who Were They Really?”

In this engaging talk, Dr. Spellman will delve into the dramatic saga of the first 300 families who ventured into Mexican Texas as part of Stephen F. Austin’s Colony. Drawing from his celebrated book, Old 300: Gone to Texas—a finalist for the 2015 Will Rogers Medallion Award—he explores the diverse origins, motivations, and legacies of these early Texas settlers in vivid and compelling detail.
📍 Location: 105 S Market St, Brenham, TX
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 24th
🕠 Time:
5:30 PM – Members-Only Reception/Meet the Author, with light bites and beverages
6:00–7:00 PM – Presentation
🎟️ Admission:
Free for museum members
$5 for non-members
📩 RSVP: Please email [email protected] to reserve your spot.

06/16/2025

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06/16/2025

📚 Speaker Series at the Brenham Heritage Museum: "The Old 300: Who Were They Really?"

Join us for a distinguished evening in our Speaker Series, featuring acclaimed historian and author Dr. Paul Spellman, as he presents: “The Old 300: Who Were They Really?”

In this engaging talk, Dr. Spellman will delve into the dramatic saga of the first 300 families who ventured into Mexican Texas as part of Stephen F. Austin’s Colony. Drawing from his celebrated book, Old 300: Gone to Texas—a finalist for the 2015 Will Rogers Medallion Award—he explores the diverse origins, motivations, and legacies of these early Texas settlers in vivid and compelling detail.

📍 Location: 105 S Market St, Brenham, TX
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 24th

🕠 Time:
5:30 PM – Members-Only Reception/Meet the Author, with light bites and beverages
6:00–7:00 PM – Presentation

🎟️ Admission:
Free for museum members
$5 for non-members

📩 RSVP: Please email [email protected] to reserve your spot.

06/07/2025

The Summer Sip & Art Walk is in full swing! Stop by the Brenham Heritage Museum to enjoy featured works by local artists Gary Giuffré and Lloyd Mays, paired with wine tastings from Busted Oak Cellars!