Live Oak Art Center
Location: 1891 Brunson Bldg
1014 Milam Street
Columbus, Texas 78934

Telephone:  979-732-8398

Fee:     Donation
Dates:  Call for schedule
Hours:  Wed, Sat: 10am-2pm
           Thurs, Fri: 10am-4pm
Tour Option: Arts Heritage

Dates:  Refer to calendar of events at www.columbustexas.org for exhibit schedule.

In 1848, Scotsman Robert Robson built a castle on the river and began providing homes to local and itinerant artists. In 1860, one of Robson's guests, Columbus artist Gustavus Augustus Behné, who studied art in Germany and under Thomas Sully in Philadelphia, received a commission to paint what would turn out to be General Sam Houston’s favorite portrait of himself. 

A love of the arts still alive in Columbus and today creative spirits can rejuvenate at the Live Oak Art Center, housed in the historic Brunson Building downtown. 

Established by local citizens in 1954, the gallery shines as a beacon for new and aspiring artists, and art lovers by providing workshops for all ages, hosting rotating exhibits, and maintaining an outstanding permanent collection.  Of special interest are the ‘meet the artist’ socials and exhibit openings.  The building and adjoining patio also serve as a meeting facility for weddings, galas and other special events.