Nicknamed the “Kolache Capital of Texas” by the 71st Legislature, Caldwell is located just south of TX 21 on TX 36. This community is the capital of Burleson County (and it’s confusing because there’s a nearby county named Caldwell County—whose county seat is Lockhart.) You’ll find a traditional Texas courthouse square downtown.
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Attractions
Burleson County Historical Museum.
The focus of this museum is on early county settlement and history. The museum has a variety of resources and archives for research that may be used on site. The Commission assists in research and can try to answer most questions. 100 West Buck (1st floor of the Burleson County Courthouse).
Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum.
The longtime links between Caldwell and Prague are traced in this local history collection that includes a mural of the city of Prague, Czech costumes, and more. 212 West Buck St.
Kraitchar House Museum.
This 1891 Victorian cottage was built by local merchant Thomas Kraitchar and has earned a Texas Historical Marker. Corner of Buck and Porter Streets.
Festivals
The biggest event in town takes place the second Saturday of every September when Caldwell celebrates its annual Kolache Festival. The event was begun as a way to revive Czech traditions in the region.
The kolache, the Czech wedding pastry that can be sweet or savory, is the focal point of the day with everything from kolache baking contests to eating contests.
Along with plenty of kolaches, the event includes Czech traditions such as stenciling, dances, egg decorating, cane weaving, and dulcimer playing.