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WHERE EVERY PHOTOGRAPH...
...is a work of art.
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Established in 1916, The Bryan-College Station Chamber of Commerce represents 1,400+ active members, driving advocacy, education, and economic expansion throughout the Brazos Valley.
THE BRAZOS VALLEY IS NATIONALLY KNOWN FOR EXCELLENCE:
#1 RANKED in Veterinary Medicine
TOP 10 IN THE U.S. in Engineering
TOP 5 in Agriculture & Life Sciences
550,000+ ALUMNI IN THE AGGIE NETWORK WORLDWIDE
77,500+ students enrolled at TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
Agricultural Output of $ 300 MILLION ANNUAL
273,000
BEAUTY & WELLNESS
Kove Enhancements
Luna Skin
SoCo Blow Dry Bar
CATERING & FOOD
Aggieland Boards
Global Food Cra
La Jefa Homestyle Birria
Pioneer Smokehouse
WildFlyer Mead & Beer Co.
FLORAL & GARDEN
Martha’s Bloomers Home & Garden Store
HEALTH
Austin County Orthopedics
Pure Barre
Wright Naeger Dentistry
HISTORICAL & INFORMATIONAL
BCS Chamber of Commerce
Milton Parker Estate
JEWELRY
Perez Jewelers
MARKETING
Kasey S. Consulting
NON-PROFIT
ORGANIZATION
Brenham Pregnancy Center
PHOTOGRAPHY
Beth Symons Photography
Kolton King
REAL ESTATE
Sterling Estate Solutions and Consignments
The Tradition Group Remax
Walsh & Mangan Premier
Real Estate Group
SERVICES
Amarillo National Bank
Come Back Pools
SHOPPING
Aggieland Outfitters
Beaded Blondes
Old Bryan Marketplace
Sabi Boutique
VENDORS
Pop TX Balloons
Studio 717
VENUES
The Laundry Event Hall
BRAZ OS
DEAR READER,
Have you ever asked yourself, what does it mean to be rooted? Being rooted isn’t only about where you stand on the map; it’s about what steadies you, shapes you, and reminds you who you are.
Roots grow, strengthen, and spread. When we say Rooted in Local, we’re talking about more than small businesses. We’re talking about digging beneath the surface to uncover the craft, the courage, and the character that live here the people, stories, and histories that anchor the Brazos Valley and make this community so exceptional.
The Brazos Valley isn’t extraordinary by accident. It’s extraordinary because generations of dreamers, doers, makers, and visionaries planted themselves here and decided to grow. This region has become a living network of talent, family-owned legacy, bold new ideas, and traditions worth preserving.
As I’ve watched this volume come to life, I’ve realized that being rooted means understanding the heart of a place; and honoring the people who make it feel like home. Every member in these pages is part of the story the Brazos Valley is writing right now.
That’s what this volume celebrates: a community growing upward because it is deeply rooted. And I am incredibly honored and proud to share that with you and with our community through The Scout Guide.
With gratitude,
Kathryn
VALLEY volume two
KATHRYN HINNANT Editor Owner
Artwork by: Lily & Rose Studio @ lilyandrosestudio
Baylee A. Teafatiller, DDS
Andrew F. Naeger, DDS
Stephen R. Wright, DDS
BRENHAM BRYAN CALDWELL
136th Annual Maifest
Summer Sip & Art Walk
Hot Nights, Cool Tunes
Car Show in the Country
Washington County Fair
Scarecrow Extravaganza
Texas Arts & Music Festival
Fall Festival of Roses
Brenham Christmas Stroll & Lighted Parade
2027
Uptown Swirl
Wine Walk
Texas Independence Day
Texas Ranger Day
Blue Bell Fun Run
First Friday All Year Long
Wine & Roses Festival
Downtown Bryan Street & Art Fair
Juneteenth Parade & Blues Fest
Hot Nights, Cool Tunes
Drive-In Fireworks & Drone Show
Second Saturdays All Year Long
Monster Mash Halloween Fun Night
Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo
Lights On!
First Friday All Year Long
Texas Independence Day
14th Annual Hog Splash
Summer Concert Series
Kolache Festival
Burleson County Fair
Christmas on the Square
Second Saturdays All Year Long
Mardi Gras Downtown Texas Independence Day
St. Patrick ,s Day Downtown
Heritage Week
CHAPPELL HILL COLLEGE STATION HEMPSTEAD NAVASOTA
Bluebonnet Festival
Chamber Art Walk
Chilifest
Homegrown at Northgate
Hullabloom Fest
World Shakuhachi Festival
Savannah Bananas
Troubadour Festival
17th Annual Wild Game Cook-O & Rodeo
Groovy Grapes
Wine Walk
Grimes County Fair
Chappell Hill Wine & Cheese Stroll
Texas A&M University Football Begins
Brazos Valley Fair & Rodeo
Scarecrow Festival
Pumpkinpalooza
25th Annual Watermelon Festival
Sounds of Navasota Concert Series
Teddy Bear Parade & Christmas Home Tours
Santa’s Wonderland
Waller County Fair
Fall Festival
Blues Fest
Treats on the Streets
Reds, Wheats & Blues Festival
Martha’s Bloomers Holiday in the Garden Home for the Holidays Event
a curated selection of annual events across the Brazos Valley
Grimes County Go Texan Weekend
Texas Independence Day
Wine & Chocolate Stroll
Texas Independence Day For the Culture Market
The Big Event
Texas Independence Day
Texas Independence Day Romance on Railroad Street
Texas Birthday Bash
BRAZOS VALLEY Where to Dine, Drink & Enjoy Like a Local
BARBEQUE STAPLES
C&J Barbeque · Bryan
McGinty’s Best Thing Smoking BBQ · Navasota
Pioneer Smokehouse · Brenham
Truth BBQ · Brenham
BRUNCH & LUNCH
Ninety Six West · Brenham
Harvest Co ee Bar · Bryan, College Station
Mi Familia Coco Loco · College Station
Stella Southern Cafè · Bryan, Brenham
Zeitman’s Grocery Store · Bryan
BURGER JOINTS
Burger Mojo · College Station
Carroll’s Giant Burger · Navasota
Proudest Monkey · Bryan
Top of The Hill · Bryan
CAFÉS & MARKETS
4 Brothers NY Bagels · College Station
Chappell Hill Bakery & Deli · Chappell Hill
Annie’s Country Store · Navasota
Frank’s Country Store · Bryan
Lissa’s Café Bakery · Caldwell
The Charcuterie Shop · Brenham
COFFEE-HOLIC
1541 Pastries & Co ee · College Station
Bojo Co ee · Bryan
Classic Rock Co ee Co. & Kitchen · Navasota
Connect Co ee · Caldwell
La Gabriella Co ee and Pastries · College Station
Mescalito Co ee · Brenham
Polite Co ee Co. at The Kyle House · Bryan
DATE NIGHT
1860 Italia · College Station
Brossa’s Cibo e Vino · Brenham
Christopher’s World Grille · Bryan
Grapevine on Main · Chappell Hill
The Republic Steakhouse · College Station
DOG FRIENDLY
New Republic Brewery · College Station
Perrine Winery · College Station
Wildflyer Mead Co. · Navasota
PATIO & PORCHES
Brazilian Steak House · College Station
Luigi’s Patio Ristorante · Bryan
Napa Flats Bistro · College Station
RX Pizza & Bar · College Station
SWEET TOOTH
Blue Bell Ice Cream · Brenham
Farmhouse Creamery · Bryan, College Station
Hey Sugar · College Station
Jet Set Chocolates · Brenham
TEX-MEX
Cilantro Mexican Restaurant · College Station
Frida’s Kitchen & Bar · Bryan, College Station
MasFajitas · Caldwell, College Station
UNIQUE EATS
Based In College Station
Gate 12 · Easterwood Airport
Fusion Peru · Peruvian
Jake's Bakery · Czech
Kung Foo Noodles and Dumplings · Chinese
Iza Robata · Japanese
Ohana · Korean
The Monks · Indian Bistro
Wild Pita · Mediterranean
DRINK LIKE A LOCAL: WINERIES BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES
Bernhardt Winery · Navasota
Chapelton Vineyards · Chappell Hill
Hush & Whisper Distillery · Bryan
Messina Hof Winery · Bryan
Charlie Peacher Director of Fun
Laurie Peacher Owner & Founder
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THE BRAZOS VALLEY
was built on heritage, hard work, and hometown pride. Bryan began as a railroad stop and grew into a bustling center of commerce and tradition, while College Station rose around the legacy of Texas A&M—carried forward by generations of scholars, farmers, and dreamers.
Brenham remains rich with German heritage and home to Blue Bell Creameries, a Texas icon. Nearby, historic Chappell Hill and agricultural Hempstead preserve the charm of early Texas settlement, each tied deeply to the land that shaped them. Navasota—the blues capital of Texas—hums with creativity and grit, while Caldwell proudly carries its Czech influence and kolache-making tradition through time.
Across every town, one truth holds: WE ARE ROOTED IN LOCAL.
Rooted in history, craftsmanship, and community yesterday, today, and the legacy still unfolding
Photos courtesy of: Brazos County, Burleson County, Grimes County, and Washington County Chambers of Commerce
CELEBRATING 140 YEARS
1885 - 2025
Built in 1885 by Milton and Molly Parker, this stately Victorian residence has watched over Bryan for more than a century, bearing witness to the city’s transformation from a humble railroad town to a thriving cultural hub. A masterpiece of 19th-century architecture, its intricate millwork, grand porches, and time-honored craftsmanship re ect an era when elegance was measured in detail.
Lovingly restored to its original splendor by the current owners Bob and Denise Barbier, the Milton Parker Estate now welcomes guests as a luxurious bed and breakfast, where history and hospitality intertwine. Just steps from Downtown Bryan, this landmark home stands as a living testament to the beauty of preservation and the enduring spirit of Texas heritage.
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