The 31st Street Mural Project is located on the north side of the Conlee-Garret Moving & Storage building on W 31st St. The completed murals showcase a variety of painting styles and interpretations of Bryan. The local artists chosen were Cliff Collard, tattoo artist and owner of Arsenal Tattoo in Bryan, Sarah Blackmon, full-time sonographer […]
The life-size sculpture was created to capture the tradition and feel of a student Bonfire worker. Although Hayes did not attend TAMU, he learned the traditions from his friends. The 90-year-old Bonfire tradition came to a tragic end in 1999 when the log structure collapsed, killing 12 Aggies and injuring 27. His hope is that […]
This is the place for all things Aggie! Visit the postcard mural on the outside east wall, “Greetings from Aggieland,” (artist unknown). “The Start of Something Big” is the actual title of the Gig’em thumb statue. It is from an actual mold of the hand of Fadi Kalaouze (Class of 1990), the owner and founder […]
This 13’ x 16’ sculpture was originally a small model brought into existence through the invaluable help of the TAMU Department of Architecture’s Automated Fabrication & Design Lab at the Rellis campus, known as the “Architectural Ranch.” They provided the computer-generated cut list for the art piece. Arc de Luna appeared first in ArtFill before […]
The Arts Council of Brazos Valley is a non-profit art organization that provides innovative and impactful opportunities to residents and visitors. It supports over 60 affiliate arts, culture and heritage organizations, regional artists and creative businesses. Their building holds an excellent gallery, three artist studios and outdoor art. 4180 HWY 6 Frontage Rd South, College […]
Artist Benjamin Knox creates fine art in the representational style of the Great Masters. At his gallery, you will find originals paintings, spirited collegiate art and prints. They make exceptional frames for diplomas, illustrated with his art. He is particularly known locally for ability to capture the spirit of Aggieland through his art. 405 University […]
Blackwater Draw is a small brewery in historic downtown Bryan. Enjoy the fun mural by artists, Chris Steele & Chris Weingart. 701 N. Main St. Bryan, TX 77803https://www.blackwaterbrew.com/979-704-6191
The four statues found in the park are of Harvey Mitchell, “The Father of Brazos County,” and the threesome: Eli Seale, one of the first 11 Texas Rangers; Sam Houston, a regular visitor to Boonville; and Hiram Hanover, Brazos County’s first postmaster. Boonville Heritage Park is the last preserved remnant of the town of Boonville, […]
This statue was the first public art in Brazos County. The oak and steel abstract sculpture is 19 feet high by 19 feet wide with 27 petals and weighs about 10,000 lb. The 6-foot petals were carved by hand and a flat-bed truck had to bring the partially assembled statue to the site. Surls’ work […]
Brazos Glasswork is a retail handcrafted gift gallery and working stained glass studio. Featuring amazing creations from artists across the nation, they specialize in creating custom stained glass and stained glass restoration, plus teaching folks how to make their own beautiful art glass gifts. 202B W 26th St, Bryan, TX 77803https://brazosglassworks.com/979-823-0325
The mission of the Brazos Valley African American Museum is to explore, develop, preserve and present the cultural history and heritage of African Americans. It was built on the site of one of the original black schools in the Brazos Valley and opened its doors to the public in 2006. Run totally by volunteers, they […]
The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History founded in 1961 is our science, nature, and cultural history museum. It focuses on natural and cultural history and encourages human interaction with nature through its many art and science exhibits plus public programs such as field trips, summer nature camps and “Wish Upon a Butterfly.” The museum […]