SPECIAL EVENTS

History Comes Alive at Washington-on-the-Brazos. GAME APLENTY: An Introduction to 19th Century Hunting Practices - January 21, 2012. Join us on January 21 for a special presentation on hunting in the Republic of Texas.

Relive the excitement of the frontier as interpreters in period costume tell of hunting adventures and explain the vital role hunting played in settling the west. Come examine the many tools of the Hunter’s trade or feel the pelts and hides of some of the animals that were prized in the 19th century.

You may be surprised by how similar modern hunting is to the practices of the past.

“Nature was here a series of wonders, and a fund of delight.”
- Daniel Boone

Please dress appropriately for the season as the presentation will take place in a period setting. All Visitors are welcome but small children must be accompanied by an adult.

Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site is located on the original town site of Washington and features three attractions that are open year round - Independence Hall, Star of the Republic Museum and Barrington Living History Farm. The complex is located on FM 1155 between Brenham and Navasota off Hwy. 105, approximately one hour northwest of Houston. Brenham/Washington County is located halfway between Houston and Austin. Home of Blue Bell ice cream, Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site - "The Birthplace of Texas," more than 40 bed and breakfast inns, wineries, Brenham's Main Street District and more.