Why Stop in Waller County???

Waller County, nestled between Harris County and the Brazos River, stands out on the map with its unique, backwards-seven shape. Just minutes from rush hour traffic, Waller County still remains the place to get away from it all, a small piece of undisturbed nature.
The county seat of Hempstead, known as “Six Shooter Junction” in its earlier days following the Civil War, just celebrated 150 years and is filled with history. Enjoy ice cold melons during the Watermelon Festival on the third Saturday in July each year or step back in time to experience a chapter in American History during the Civil War Weekend held annually the weekend before Thanksgiving at the historic Liendo Plantation. The Annual Waller County Fair takes place in the fall, usually the first weekend in October.
In the south end of the county is Brookshire. You can visit a restored cotton gin and take a tour of the Waller County Historical Museum any time of the year or save your visit until summer and attend Brookshire’s 4th of July Festival.
Continue your exploration of Waller County’s history in Prairie View. Just down the road from Hempstead, Prairie View is home to Prairie View A&M University. Established in 1876 during the Reconstruction Period after the Civil War, Prairie View A&M University is the second-oldest public institution in Texas. In recent years, Prairie View A&M University has been recognized for its rich tradition of service, including assisting Waller County communities in their growth and development.
When looking for a piece of history to make your own, you might find something in one of the many antique shops located in Waller. Even with its small-town atmosphere, Waller, with its rapid economic growth, offers visitors two country golf courses and an airfield for easy access to the area.
Waller County, where the beauty and serenity of country life continue to be preserved, offers easy access to sports events, cultural activities, medical services, and businesses of a large metropolitan area. If you are looking for a refuge from the “Big City,” then Waller County should be your destination.
If you enjoy sitting on the porch in the morning, drinking a cup of coffee, and experiencing a part of nature, then Waller County is the place to be.
County Judge Owen Ralston