Did You Know...
Established in 1907, Blue Bell's original name was the Brenham Creamery Company. They only produced butter.
A Brief History
Visit the Brenham, TX location
Affectionately called "The Little Creamery", this location is where it all began. You can visit there today, learn some history, watch production from the observation deck, and try a scoop of ice cream.
1101 South Blue Bell Road
Brenham, Texas 77833
800-327-8135
*The observation deck is only open Monday - Friday 8am - 2pm.
Brenham Creamery Company Established
1907
Ice Cream started being produced. Only 2 Gallons/Day!
1911
Name change to Blue Bell Creameries
1930
Blue Bell purchases their 1st refrigerated truck . Prior to this, products had been delivered by horse and wagon.
1936
During World War II, Blue Bell focused on production of butter for American troops
1939 -1945
Butter no longer produced and focus turns to ice cream.
1958