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Small village known for history, great museum, bluebonnets, scarecrows, country weddings, and more. Visit our historic museum featuring the art and culture of Chappell Hill from 19th origins, to the civil war & reconstruction, African American folk art by Rev. Johnnie Swearingen, Polish Culture, educational history and more. See our charming refurbished stage and revolving exhibits in the auditorium. Getting Married? Our Historic Providence Baptist Church is now a lovely non-denominational wedding chapel. Say "I do" to a charming wood structure in the heart of our historic downtown Want to see more? We organize group tours of our historic sites by appointment. Small fee applies, as well as group size limits. Call for more information. The Chappell Hill Historical Society hosts Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival starting the 2nd Saturday of April & Chappell Hill Scarecrow Festival starting the 2nd Saturday of October. The next festival will be April 13 & 14, 2019 There are no admission fees. There is a $5 parking fee. The parking lot is located on FM 1155 a short distance north of the intersection of Hwy. 290 and FM 1155. No Street Parking Allowed Our Festival boast more than 250 juried exhibitors (home décor, gardening, artists, craftsmen, jewelry, clothing, etc.), delicious country-style food, live entertainment and music, and tours of the historic community. A special Children's Activity Corner provides pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, barrel train & more.
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John C.Katy, TX433110308Apr 13, 20212021 April
Soooo not really a business, but worth a mention!
Chappell hill bluebonnet festival!!
Perfect weather...perfect place!! Once a year, Along the streets of the small city of chapel hill...is a cozy little area to look at booth after booth after booth of crafts, foods, hot sauces, and other homemade goodies!! the people are extremely polite and fun to talk to...alcohol is located throughout the area with a few scattered ATM machines. Free to get in, you can spend a few hours out there....live music and good times!!
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Review #3 - This festival is nothing less than Texas AWESOME! My mom would bring us here as kids and I loathed being drug here. However this was my first time back in probably over 20 year and they have TONS of things geared towards kids now. I'd be a happy kid!
Anything under the sun "festival" will be found here. I was hoping to see more Bluebonnet art, but unlike 20 some odd years years ago it's more commercialized now, just think any festival you go to with "some" bluebonnet stuff mixed it. Home decor, yard art, Texas art, graphic tees, clothes, make your own potpourri, candles, jewelry, festival memorabilia,everything! And let's not forget about festival food! Lots of it! Adult beverages can be found everywhere. You can also get a glimpse into Chappell Hill history by going into the Historical Society building and other buildings along Main St.
There is a kids section of carnival rides and face painting for those who have kids in tow.
Parking as of this year is $5 and contrary to review number 1 - apparently they have it covered now because there were zero issues.
Tip 1 - I would suggest arriving first thing in the morning to avoid any congestion.
Tip 2 - There are TONS of yard art vendors. Shop around before you impulse buy. Several venders are much cheaper than the venders at the very start of the festival off Main and 290.
Tip 3 - Some venders (not all) only take cash - so bring it! There is an ATM in the Historical Society building....unless they move it.
Tip 4 - I laughed when I saw women toting around carts and wagons without kids. But I soon found that they were the smart ones! I bought so much cheap yard art that I could hardly carry it. Who's laughing now. Not me!! Lesson learned - bring something to carry your crap once you buy! You'll be happy you did!
Enjoy!!!
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Apr 12, 2017
Thank you for the lovely review! Those are some great tips! We have some information centers if there is something specific you are looking for, you can ask at the cottage in the Poplar lot or at the Old Rock Store.
Najib E.Houston, TX377178Apr 9, 2018The whole area is a must visit to see the beauty of nature and the Texas Bluebonnets
You may have to drive around in back roads to see
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303112051May 13, 2018Such a nice drive from Houston seeing all the bluebonnets and wildflowers along 290. There was plenty of parking and it was well organized. There is plenty of shopping for everyone. We went down the main road first and only found a couple food trucks. The food is located to the right off the main road along with the kid's train and other rides. It wasn't too crowded, with a double stroller we were still able to move around pretty well. Can't wait to go back next year!
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Kelly T.Magnolia, TX1193Oct 9, 2016If you're looking for fun, you'll find it here if walking around and looking a crafty-type things is something you enjoy.
We found the traffic and parking to be a breeze and everyone we encountered was super friendly! It was larger than I anticipated and was well managed and clean. My 8 year old daughter enjoyed the train ride and ferris wheel, as well as the festival atmosphere.
Be sure to stop in and tour the old and historic Baptist church located in the center of the venue. A super interesting look into Texas life back in the old days!
Looking forward to going back next year!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0
Maryann L.Houston, TX4610866Jan 8, 2016This festival looks like MichaelsCrafts Store.a glue gun, and some paper clips had children.
There were a few genuine craftsmen, but you really had to look hard to find anything unique or off good quality.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0
Melissa C.North Richland Hills, TX445223557Jan 3, 2015We took a girls day trip to Chappell Hill and LOVED it. We were on the hunt for pictures for an art class to draw.
So many great places and things to see in this town. We enjoyed seeing churches, old artifacts, the museum, school, goats, and much more.
This is a wonderful place to day trip and we will be back.Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 2Oh no 0
WD S.Chappell Hill, TX6529281Jun 1, 2017We live 2 miles from Chappell Hill and attend the festival every year. We consider this one of the best festivals in Texas due to smaller friendly venue with plenty of booths. The eclectic vendors, tasty food and live music draws a good crowd from Houston and Austin. Come for the weekend and see the rest of the county, wild flowers and visit some of the venues in Brenham. It's a great destination. We call it God's country.
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Great museum in historic building. Exhibits tell story of Chappell Hill and surrounding area. Currently have excellent special exhibit about World War 1. Free.
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Debbie S.Houston, TX66226Jul 2, 2016Had a nice time here, some of the vendors were a little pricey but over all it was a good time. Apparently they have worked on the parking, because it wasn't as bad as I was told from others that have attended I would go again no doubt.
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