Washington Attractions
Settled in 1834, the town is more commonly referred to as Washington-on-the-Brazos or Old Washington. The town was the location of the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence and drafting of the Constitution of the Republic of Texas.
Star of the Republic Museum
The museum is located in Washington-on-the-Brazos State Park, and offers displays on life during the Republic period.
Star of Republic Museum
23200 Park Road 12, Box 317
Washington, TX 77880
United States
23200 Park Road 12, Box 317
Washington, TX 77880
United States
Phone 1 (936) 878-2461
Fax 1 (936) 878-2462
Hours
January 2 to December 22
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historical Park
The park commemorates the places where Texas declared independence from Mexico. Also within the park is the Barrington Living History Farm, where Anson Jones, last President of the Republic of Texas, once lived. Nature trails, a visitors center and restaurant are all located within the park.
