County Guide

Washington County

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Independence

Independence was settled in 1824 by John P. Coles, one of Stephen F. Austin's 300 original families in Texas. It was first called Coles Settlement, the village name was changed…

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Cities

Cities in Washington County

Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Brenham

Brenham, the county seat, is situated in the east central part of Washington County which…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Burton

Burton is a small, historic community located 12 miles west of Brenham on U.S. 290.…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Chappell Hill

Settled in 1847, Chappell Hill soon thereafter had two institutions of higher learning. The small…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Washington

Originally known as Washington-on-the-Brazos or Old Washington, the town was established in 1834 near the…

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Events

Upcoming Events

Oct–Nov
6–4
“Native American Heritage”
Washington
Nov
6–7
Christmas at the Mansion
Brenham
Nov
22
Christmas at the Depot
Burton