Located in the heart of Texas, the Bastrop 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, Texas’s most destructive wildfire, World War II and Bastrop’s very own Texas governor, Joseph D. Sayers. 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, Downtown or Film Trail. 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 the Baron de Bastrop’s birthday! No matter what you are looking for, you can find it at the Bastrop Museum & Visitor Center.