A Guide to Fun Cultural, Arts & Entertainment Activities in Conroe, Texas
While we're close to a major metropolis, The Fountains of Conroe is proudly located just minutes away from Conroe art, cultural and entertainment activities on par with the best that our neighboring big city has to offer.
Our close proximity to a bright and bustling downtown full of theater, music clubs, art galleries, shopping sites, and hot dining spots is just one more perk that makes living at The Fountains of Conroe such a pleasure. Whether you're a theater fan, fine arts supporter, music lover or history buff, Conroe offers something for everyone. Check out a few of our favorites:
- Crighton Theatre
- Enjoy plays, musical performances, dance recitals, symphony performances and all kinds of special events at this beautifully restored theater originally erected in 1934.
- Owen Theatre
- Built in the 1940s, this lovely 250-seat venue hosts numerous live performances of all varieties, particularly of the theatrical sort provided by the Crighton Players.
- Heritage Place Outdoor Theater
- Located right downtown between Collins and Simonton Streets, this outdoor amphitheater is the perfect place for summer concert series and all sorts of fun year-round events.
- Louis E. Wheeler Art Gallery
- This fine art gallery includes something for every taste, including gorgeous paintings of landscapes, seascapes and flowers inspired by natural beauty from Texas, California, Greece, Japan and other spots from all over the globe.
- Art Bench Walk
- Throughout downtown Conroe, you'll find all kinds of interesting park benches adorned by local artists—each one commemorating or focusing upon aspects of Conroe's history, culture and attractions. A map is available from the Conroe Visitors Bureau.
- Heritage Museum of Montgomery County
- Opened in 1985, The Heritage Museum honors the roots of Montgomery County with three permanent galleries as well as a reference library, oral histories, a gift shop and outdoor exhibits.
