Located in the heart of downtown Bastrop, the Bastrop County Historical Society Museum & Visitor Center seeks to provide travelers and community members with history and cultural events that reflect the vibrant heritage of Bastrop County.

Whether you are new to Bastrop or a long-time local we have the information and history you're looking for. Our award-winning Museum transports you through the history of Bastrop County including the Camino Real, the Texas Revolution, coal mining, one of Texas’s most destructive wildfires, a World War II training camp and the Godfather of Texas himself, the Baron de Bastrop. After touring the Museum, stop by the Visitor Center to pick up one of our walking tours of Bastrop to learn about our Historic Homes, the historic Downtown area or famous films shot in Bastrop County.

And be sure to stop by our gift store to pick up a unique Bastrop gift from postcards to locally made pottery! Or, just stick around, because we offer plenty of events that showcase Bastrop’s culture and heritage, including live music, special exhibits, holiday events and history talks. No matter what you are looking for, you can find it at the Bastrop County Historical Society Museum & Visitor Center.