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Bellville Texas

Bellville, the county seat of Austin County, is at the junction of Hwys 36 and 159 and Farm roads 529, 1456, and 2429, northwest of Houston.

In 1991 Bellville had 100 businesses; the largest share of receipts came from retail sales, light manufacturing, and oil production. The population in 1990 was 3,378, and in 2000 it was 3,794.

Because of its historic character, Bellville attracts tour groups as well as the casual visitor. More than 20 historic homes, the twelve sided German dance pavilion and restored Masonic Lodge are within walking distance. A half block off the square the old County Jail, now a museum, stands like a red brick castle; its gallows tower rises four stories. The historic buildings around the square have been transformed into a collection of unusual and unique shops.

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