Bastrop is an Artistic Community
As Austin’s fast-growing neighbor, Bastrop is quickly becoming a destination for art lovers while gaining a reputation as Texas’ Most Historic Small Town. The historic Main Street and town are home to more than 130 notably distinguished homes and buildings. The Museum & Visitor Center offers guided tours starting at 904 Main Street.
Bastrop is a city filled with charm and history, with so much to offer. It offers a flourishing arts community to encourage a deeper appreciation for the arts through live-performance and live music. The art center, studios, shops, and numerous galleries are sure to spark creativity and bring out the artist from within.
The First Friday Art Walk is an excellent opportunity to explore Bastrop’s art scene. Visitors and residents can shop in downtown Bastrop after hours, meet featured artists, dine at one of our fabulous restaurants and enjoy passing by public art displays.
Live Music
If you’re seeking out exceptional live music and theater, no need to look any further than Downtown Bastrop. Entertaining restaurants feature delectable food, beer, and live music from local groups to celebrate the evenings.
Neighbor’s Kitchen & Yard
601 Chestnut St #C
Bastrop, TX 78602
http://www.neighborstx.com/
Relaxing hangout best enjoyed with pizza, beer and cocktails, and outdoor live music.
602 Brewing Company
919 Main St.
Bastrop, Texas
http://www.602brewing.com/
Indulge in Southern cuisine with a Cajun flair at 602 on Main. Recently remodeled from the 1890 business building it once was, it’s become an animated place to gather with friends, enjoy good food and handcrafted cocktails, while listening to live music. It’s also a perfect restaurant to bring your whole family, young and old.
The Grace Miller
706 Pine Street
Bastrop, TX 78602
https://www.facebook.com/graciesbastrop
Locally owned and operated, The Grace Miller is your one stop for old-fashioned comfort foods and year around live music. Sit and enjoy chicken-fried and other southern classics. The evening will be full of bliss with good food and toe-tapping to the live band PotatoRoadBand.
Historic Tours
Step-On-Bus Tours
https://www.bastropcountyhistoricalsociety.com/about2
Hop on the bus for the most popular tour requested by Bastrop’s visitors to learn about the history of Bastrop’s earliest families and buildings. The tour takes you along Pecan St., Main St., Church St. and Wilson St.
Tour of a Historic Home
https://www.bastropcountyhistoricalsociety.com/about2
Join a local homeowner and take a tour through one of the many historic homes.
Tour a Historic Church
https://www.bastropcountyhistoricalsociety.com/about2
Take a tour with a local docent through Calvary Episcopal Church or Bastrop First United Methodist to learn more about the significant buildings.
Walking Tour of the Historic District
https://www.bastropcountyhistoricalsociety.com/about2
With a local Bastrop County Historical Society member, take an engaging walk through the Historic District to learn about quaint Downtown Bastrop.
Art
Lost Pines Art League
1204 Chestnut Street
Bastrop, TX 78602
http://www.lostpinesartcenter.org/
A group of local artists, a mixture of amateur and professional, are part of The Lost Pines Art League. Their work is showcased at the Lost Pines Art Center. The association was originally formed to promote local artists, along with educating and encouraging culture, and appreciation for art.
Art By Ginger B
920 Main Street
Bastrop, Texas 78602
https://artbygingerb.com/
Ginger B., a Canadian-born artist, shows off her creative flair through vivid paintings and other original crafts.
Bastrop Art in Public Places
1311 Chestnut Street
Bastrop, TX 78602
https://www.baipp.org/
The mission of Bastrop Art in Public Places is to expand the access and enjoyment of art.
Bastrop Museum and Visitor Center
904 Main Street
Bastrop, TX 78602
https://www.bastropcountyhistoricalsociety.com/
A yearning to learn more about the history of Bastrop and Bastrop County will lead you to the Museum. With artifacts that span more than 200 years, all visitors will leave with a deeper appreciation for Bastrop!
Deep in the Heart Art Foundry
405 S. Jackson Street (in the Bastrop Industrial Park)
Bastrop, TX 78602
http://deepintheheart.net/
As one of the few full-service foundries in the world, visitors are invited to tour and observe artists in the process of creating and gain a deeper knowledge of bronze casting.
Kerr Community Center
1308 Walnut St
Bastrop, TX 78602
https://www.visitbastrop.com/listing/kerr-community-center/46/
Come and learn about Robert A. Kerr’s amazing contributions to the Bastrop African American community.
R.A. Green Mercantile
1022 Main Street
Bastrop, TX 78602
https://www.visitbastrop.com/listing/r-a-green-mercantile/5/
Looking to take a piece of Bastrop art, created by local artists, to carry home with you? Visit R.A. Green Mercantile to find paintings, hand-crafted pottery, sculptures, and much more.
Monarch Art Gallery
920 Main Street
Bastrop, TX 78602
https://www.visitbastrop.com/listing/monarch-art-gallery/308/
Spend time with beautiful mosaics, photographs, paintings and portraits created by four different artists.
Painted Bunting Art & Gifts
920 Main Street
Bastrop, TX 78602
https://www.visitbastrop.com/listing/painted-bunting-art-%26-gifts/523/
The mission is to make everyone’s world a little more artful. Fine art and original gifts designed by three artists are at the center of the gallery.
Performing Arts
Bastrop Opera House
711 Spring Street
Bastrop, TX 78602
https://bastropoperahouse.org/
The historic1889 Bastrop Opera House is home to a wide range of live performances, including vaudeville, melodramas, comedies and musicals. They also offer acting and improv classes for children and adults.
Jerry Fay Wilhelm Center for the Performing Arts
1401 Cedar Street
Bastrop, TX 78602
https://explorebastropcounty.com/listings/jerry-fay-wilhelm-center-for-the-performing-arts/
Jerry Fay Wilhelm was a native of Bastrop and director of Bastrop High School’s U.I.L. One-Act-Plays for 27 years. The facility can be leased for events and includes a 1500-seat auditorium, 250-seat black box theatre, and multi-purpose room.
