Brown County Museum of History

Brown County Museum of History Go to www.browncountymuseum.org to check out exhibits, programs, and more!

The BCMOH offers a wide range of local Texas history, including prehistoric Brown County, Frontier Life, World War II & Camp Bowie, and the historic Brown County Jail.

Happy World Beard Day! 🧔Today, we’re celebrating one of Brownwood’s founding figures who certainly knew how to make an i...
09/05/2026

Happy World Beard Day! 🧔

Today, we’re celebrating one of Brownwood’s founding figures who certainly knew how to make an impression—Greenleaf Fisk!

As one of the men instrumental in the founding and early development of Brownwood, Fisk helped shape the community we know today. And, judging by his photographs, he also understood the importance of a good beard.

Something BIG is riding into Brownwood…We are thrilled to announce the WORLD PREMIERE of "When the West Was Wild" by Lam...
09/04/2026

Something BIG is riding into Brownwood…

We are thrilled to announce the WORLD PREMIERE of "When the West Was Wild" by Lamar Cravens, starring the Lyric Wild West Players!

Written especially for our When the West Was Wild Gala, this original production will take audiences back to the days of frontier Brown County— where the characters were larger than life, the stories were legendary, and the West was anything but tame.

On September 12, the curtain will rise for the very first performance of When the West Was Wild.

🌵 WHEN THE WEST WAS WILD
World Premiere • September 12, 2026 • Brownwood Event Lehnis Railroad Museum & Visitor Center

*Please note that our tables are sold out. If you have any questions please call Kyndall at (325) 641-1926.

Looking for a fun family outing? Come explore the Brown County Museum of History!Our Kid’s Zone is filled with toys, act...
09/02/2026

Looking for a fun family outing? Come explore the Brown County Museum of History!

Our Kid’s Zone is filled with toys, activities, and hands-on historical items that make learning fun for kids of all ages. There’s plenty to explore, play with, and discover! Even better—kids 4 & under get in FREE!

🎟️ Admission:
Adults — $5
Students (5–18) — $3
Seniors (60+) — $4
Kids 4 & under — FREE

Come make some memories and discover a little local history along the way!

Open Thursday–Saturday, 10 AM–4 PM.

Only a little over two weeks left before our annual Museum Gala! We are looking forward to seeing your "western duds!" D...
08/27/2026

Only a little over two weeks left before our annual Museum Gala! We are looking forward to seeing your "western duds!"

Don't know what to wear? Check out our inspo pics below! Dress can be fancy or casual (or just business casual if you prefer) See you there!

🐾 Happy National Dog Day! 🐾We’re thinking about all the four-legged friends who have joined us for our annual Pet Block ...
08/26/2026

🐾 Happy National Dog Day! 🐾

We’re thinking about all the four-legged friends who have joined us for our annual Pet Block Party over the years!

From dogs dressed in their best outfits to wagging tails, happy faces, and plenty of pet-loving families, our Pet Block Party is always one of those days that reminds us just how much our community loves its furry friends. 🐶🐾

Since the next Pet Block Party is still a little ways away, let’s celebrate the pups in our lives now! Drop a photo of your dog in the comments and tell us their names!🐕

We are always excited to see improvements & updates coming to Downtown Brownwood! This building, once home to the histor...
08/22/2026

We are always excited to see improvements & updates coming to Downtown Brownwood! This building, once home to the historic Brownwood National Bank (from which we have multiple original artifacts), will soon be home to the Dippel Museum of the Wild!

HUGE thank you to the Heart Gallery of Northwest Texas for choosing us as a temporary host for their beautiful display o...
08/21/2026

HUGE thank you to the Heart Gallery of Northwest Texas for choosing us as a temporary host for their beautiful display of professional portraits and masterful biographies of young people affected by trauma looking to find loving families through adoption. Heart Gallery's focus is to restore the dignity of young people, bolster their path into permanent adoption, and to empower them to build independent, successful futures. 🩷💚

And big congratulations to our July giveaway winner, John! John will receive a $50 gift card courtesy of the Heart Gallery of Northwest Texas for participating in our combined trivia challenge.

BEFORE BROWNWOOD LOOKED LIKE THIS…What was Brownwood like in the 1880s?Before paved streets, automobiles, modern storefr...
08/19/2026

BEFORE BROWNWOOD LOOKED LIKE THIS…

What was Brownwood like in the 1880s?

Before paved streets, automobiles, modern storefronts, and the conveniences we know today, Brownwood was a growing frontier community filled with families, merchants, ranchers, and new businesses.

Can you imagine Brownwood as it looked nearly 150 years ago?

Come explore the stories and photographs that help bring early Brownwood to life at the Brown County Museum of History.

The tables for our Gala are officially SOLD OUT!The response to our Brown County in the 1880s: When the West was Wild Fu...
08/18/2026

The tables for our Gala are officially SOLD OUT!

The response to our Brown County in the 1880s: When the West was Wild Fundraising Gala has been incredible, a beautiful thank you to everyone who purchased tables for this year's gala. We can't wait to see you there!

If you were unable to secure a table, you’re in luck! We have a limited number of individual tickets available, so you still have an opportunity to join in on the fun! If you're interested, please feel free to call the Museum at (325) 641-1926 or send us an email at [email protected].

Join us for an unforgettable night celebrating Texas history while helping us expand children’s programming at the Brown County Museum of History. Your support helps us bring history to life for the next generation through hands-on learning, educational programs, and family experiences.

Don’t wait—once these tickets are gone, they’re gone!

Texas in the 1880s • History • Heritage • A Future Worth Investing In!

Tune in to 101.3 KOXE KBWD tomorrow morning at 8:30 AM to hear our Museum Director Kyndall Howard talk about what's happ...
08/18/2026

Tune in to 101.3 KOXE KBWD tomorrow morning at 8:30 AM to hear our Museum Director Kyndall Howard talk about what's happening at the Brown County Museum of History! 🎧📻

Address

209 N Broadway Street
Brownwood, TX
76801

Opening Hours

Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+13256411926

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