Recognized by Texas Monthly as one of the “Best Small Town Art Centers in Texas,” the center is located at 1014 Milam Street in downtown Columbus, one block from the courthouse square. Gallery Hours are: Wednesday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 979-732-8398 The Gallery and offices of the Live Oak Art Center are housed in the antique brick building formerly known as the Brunson Saloon. Built in 1891, The entrance is graced with openwork cast iron columns. Receptions are centered around the original Eastlake walnut bar, which is still under restoration.

Supporting the Arts The Live Oak Art Center mission is to bring the arts alive in Colorado County. The Art Center Sponsors: .Art exhibits and “meet the artist” receptions .Juried art exhibition with awards .Scholarships, Workshops, Seminars and Classes .Preservation of our 1891 Historical Building .Permanent Collection of art .Rental Facilities .Student,Individual,Couple, and Corporate Memberships open to the public

Our Historic Building Located in the center of Columbus, the Art Center houses several unique spaces: our main gallery with constantly changing art exhibits, a patio-sculpture garden for outdoor receptions, and upstairs is an original 1891 pace for events and workshops, with handicap access. Our art library houses our Permanent Art Collection. It is filled with hundreds of books that are avalible for reference, inspiration, and here for your enjoyment.