Bastrop County Historical Society Museum & Visitor Center — Attraction in Bastrop

Very friendly and helpful staff but it is painfully obvious that the exhibits are written by white people. The way that "Native American Indians" and other people of color are portrayed in comparison to the heroism of the settlers and slave owners is extremely biased to the point of being uncomfortable. The video exhibits with the foot pedal weren't working but that's neither here nor there. The artifacts are great but there is a lot of improvement possible in the narratives the entire exhibit tries to convey, especially if children are one of the main...

We were vendors at the Christmas Saturdays event. The Bastrop County Museum & Visitor's Center was nearby and offered restroom access to whomever. While going in and out, I had the opportunity to meet the lovely ladies who work there. Truly kind people. I also took advantage and looked at the artwork from local artists. We have so many gifted artists in Bastrop County. A visit to the Museum would be thoroughly enjoyable for anyone. I highly recommend it. And say hi to whomever is working that day. I promise you that you will be...

Museum and Visitor's Center is a great place to learn about our town!!! Pls be aware there is a charge for the museum, but the changing exhibits in the free area are always interesting and the folks who work there are always happy to help with info, brochures, and answering any questions that guests have.

This is the very best place to start your exploration of the area, whether you are looking for shopping, food and drink, history and/or historical buildings and homes, or info on our thriving...