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Blanco

Offering peaceful, small town living, Blanco is nestled in the Hill Country between San Antonio and Austin. The Blanco River flows through the City limits adding to this quaint city’s charm.

The economy in the area is based on ranching and a growing flower business. With lavender farms scattered amongst the scenic hills, lavender based products are then marketed locally as well as elsewhere. Klepac Greenhouses, located south of Blanco, is a wholesale nursery specializing in potted blooming plants; while the Arnosky Family Farm, between Blanco and Wimberley, markets a variety of cut flowers to major vendors in the area as well as hosting a Farm Market each Saturday in the Big Blue Barn selling their plants, vegetables and flowers.

The City is rich in history. At the center of the town square and amidst the downtown Blanco National Historic District is the stately Old Blanco County Courthouse, built in 1888. The Old Courthouse is an outstanding example of Second Empire style architecture and is a Texas Historic Landmark. The Courthouse was used by Blanco County for only four years before the County seat was moved to Johnson City, after which the Courthouse was used for a variety of purposes including a school, office building, museum, theater, opera house, library, restaurant and, most notably, a general hospital from 1937 to 1961. Many local residents were born in the building. In an effort to prevent the dismantling of the Courthouse in the late 1980’s, The Blanco County Courthouse Preservation Society was established.

The genealogy room at The Blanco Library assists visitors in researching their Blanco County ancestors. The historic Blanco Woman’s Club, formed in 1937, recently hosted their 68th annual Silver Tea to raise money for The Blanco Library which will be breaking ground on a new facility within a year or two. The dedication shown by this group of women highlights the remarkable spirit of Blanco’s residents and their constant commitment to the betterment of their community.

Attractions

There are many attractions in and around Blanco. For camping, fishing or swimming, visit the Blanco State Park which features one mile of the lovely Blanco River. The private Yett Memorial Park is located just south of Blanco and the Bindseil City Park is located on the town square. Families enjoy touring the many lavender farms in the area or the Arnosky Family Farm. For a change of pace take a tour of the Real Ale Brewery located just north of the town square. San Antonio, Fredericksburg, Johnson City, Wimberley, Dripping Springs and Austin offer many attractions and are only a short drive from Blanco.

Events

March: Market Days on the 3rd Saturday on the Courtsquare
April: Old Blanco County Courthouse Gala, Market Days on the 3rd Saturday on the Courtsquare
May: 2nd weekend at Yett Memorial Park is Mayfest including a carnival, rodeo, dances and vendors; the 3rd weekend in May is the Annual Blanco Classic Car Show and the Motorcycle Poker Run; Market Days is the 3rd Saturday on the Courtsquare
June: the Annual Blanco Lavender Festival and Farm Tour, Market Days the 3rd Saturday on the Courtsquare
July: Market Days on the Courtsquare on the 3rd Saturday
August: Market Days on the Courtsquare on the 3rd Saturday
September: Market Days on the Courtsquare on the 3rd Saturday
October: Market Days on the Courtsquare on the 3rd Saturday
November: The Friday after Thanksgiving is the Lighting of the Old Blanco County Courthouse, Market Days the 3rd Saturday on the Courtsquare
December: Christmas Parade on the 2nd Saturday, Christmas Market Days on the 3rd Saturday on the Coursquare

Links

Blanco Chamber of Commerce
Blanco ISD
Blanco County News
San Antonio Express-News
Austin American-Statesman
Hill Country Sun

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