Wilkins Valley

Brenham

Welcome to Brenham, TX, home of Blue Bell Creameries and Hermann Furniture—the oldest furniture store in Texas. Brenham is located between Houston and Austin, and west of College Station. This small town has all the conveniences of living in a big city, without the hustle and bustle. Downtown Brenham features a plethora of charming restaurants, shopping boutiques, art murals and museums, as well as outdoor recreation opportunities.

There is plenty of outdoor activity to experience in Brenham. Schedule a tee time at the Brenham Country Club 18-hole golf course, attend riding lessons at TC Ranch Ventures, or practice for your next pickleball tournament at Jackson Street Park. Henderson Park has 22 acres of fields, Hike n’ Bike Trails, and even a splash pad for hot summer days. Get some exercise through unique jogging tours by Brenham on the Run or by swimming laps at the Blue Bell Aquatic Center.

Brenham has a rich history being one of the earliest settled areas in Texas. The Brenham Fire Museum houses antique fire engines and artifacts for visitors to view. It also accommodates the Wall of Honor—a tribute to those who have served as Brenham Fire Department Members. Step into the Past Tours allows you to learn about the early history of Texas and hear exciting stories about the adventures of Texas’ forefathers. Take a drive to Washington-on-the-Brazos, where the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed in 1836.

Art is all over Brenham, thanks to the annual Texas Art & Music Festival! Now, you can admire street and wall murals with friends through the Brenham Art Walk. If you’re interested in becoming an artist yourself, Bluebonnet Pottery & Gift Gallery offers pottery making classes and viewings. If performance art is your thing, visit the Unity Theatre or the Dr. W.W. O’Donnell Performing Arts Center.

What Brenham is most known for is its shopping and entertainment options. Spend the day peeking into the apparel and jewelry boutiques of Downtown Brenham. Find everything you’re looking for, from books to art to gifts and antiques, but don’t forget to stop by the oldest family-owned furniture store in Texas—Hermann Furniture Company. End the evening with a drink and live music at Brazos Valley Brewing Company, HSF Biergarten, or Main Street Uncorked.

See for yourself by calling or scheduling a tour of one of our new homes in Brenham, TX today! We can’t wait to welcome you home.