showcases local performers at the courthouse gazebo (904 Broadway) every Wednesday, June-August. 511 Avenue K. 806/744-2787.
www.lubbockarts.org.
LUBBOCK LAKE NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK— This site is an internationally recognized archaeo- logical and natural history preserve. It is a unit of Texas Tech University. The Robert A. Nash Interpretive Center has a visitor center, exhibits and trails. Offers extended hours and on-site archeological work during the summer. 2401 Landmark Drive. North of Loop 289 and Clovis Highway. 806/742-1116.
www.lubbocklake.musm.ttu.edu.
MACKENZIE PARK/PRAIRIE DOG TOWN—Lubbock’s largest park includes the Meadowbrook Golf Course and an amusement park. At the Prairie Dog Town, visitors can enjoy close-up views of these little animals. The park includes equestrian trails and a sculpture garden featuring works of Steve Teeters. 601 Municipal Drive. Fourth Street and I-27. 806/775-2687.
www.parks.ci.lubbock.tx.us. Joyland Amusement Park—Offers rides and
attractions including water rides, rollercoasters and junior rides. Admission charge. In Mackenzie Park. 806/763-2719.
www.joylandpark.com.
MUSEUM OF TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY—This internationally recognized museum houses collections in the arts, humanities and natural sciences. Star shows available in the Moody Planetarium. 3301 Fourth St. 806/742-2490.
www.depts.ttu.edu/museumttu.
These life-sized Columbian mammoth statues are found at Lubbock Lake National Historic Landmark—an archaeological and natural history preserve.
REPLICA OF WORLD’S TALLEST WINDMILL—The original windmill was 132 feet tall and made of wood at El Canyon de las Casas Amarillas (The Canyon of the Yellow Houses) on the XIT Ranch. It blew down on Thanksgiving Day in 1926. The replica is 114 feet. U.S. 84 at XIT Avenue.
LUBBOCK POP. 243,994
ALT. 3,241 MAP G-9/NN-5
LUBBOCK CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU: 1500 Broadway, Sixth Floor. 806/747-5232 or 800/692-4035.
www.visitlubbock.org.
Lubbock, today, is a thriving, bustling city, but 200 years ago, the area was covered with tall grasses and roaming buffalo. The region was discovered and named the Llano Estacado in 1540 by the infamous Spanish explorer Coronado on his quest for the “City of Gold.” Lubbock became the center of commerce, medicine, education and culture for West Texas and eastern New Mexico, and was labeled the “Hub City.” Lubbock is now home to Texas Tech University, a
legendary ranching and music heritage, a vibrant arts culture and award-winning wineries. Major events include the National Cowboy
Symposium & Celebration, Candlelight at the Ranch, the First Friday Art Trail, and the Lubbock Arts Festival.
AMERICAN WIND POWER CENTER—This museum features the American-style water-pumping windmills and houses the largest windmill collection in the world. Rare and fully restored windmills are on display along with windmill artifacts. This center tells the story of how the windmill settled the West. Includes a museum store. Donations suggested. 1701 Canyon Lake Drive. 806/747-8734.
www.windmill.com.
APPLE COUNTRY HI PLAINS ORCHARD—Includes pick-your-own apples, a cider mill and orchard tours. This orchard features 30 varieties of apples. 12206 E. U.S. 62/82. East of Idalou. 806/892-2961.
www.applecountryorchards.com.
BAYER MUSEUM OF AGRICULTURE—Displays include machinery and artifacts dating to the pioneering years. Pedal tractors, toy tractors, restored tractors and horse-drawn equipment are exhibited. Donations accepted. 1501 Canyon Lake Drive. 806/744-3786.
www.agriculturehistory.org.
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BUDDY HOLLY CENTER—A permanent exhibition is dedicated to the life and music of Buddy Holly, Lubbock’s most celebrated native son. The center also is a facility for the visual arts and Texas music. Includes a shop. See J.I. Allison House where the Crickets drummer and Holly wrote many hits. Group tours are available. Admission charge. 1801 Crickets Ave. In the Depot Entertainment District. 806/775-3560.
www.buddyhollycenter.org.
BUDDY HOLLY STATUE AND WEST TEXAS WALK OF FAME—Honors Lubbock and West Texas natives who have made significant contributions in the entertain- ment industry. Includes a bronze statue of rock ’n’ roller Buddy Holly and plaques for Waylon Jennings, Roy Orbison, Bob Wills and the Gatlin Brothers. 19th Street and Crickets Avenue.
DEPOT ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT—The area features restaurants and entertainment. The restored 1930s Cactus Theater offers live music and theater productions. Also includes a microbrewery and wineries. Downtown adjacent to I-27 at 19th Street and Buddy Holly Avenue. 800/692-4035.
LAKES—Buffalo Springs Lake—This small lake on the Double Mountain Fork of Brazos River offers fishing, boating and picnicking. 5 miles east of Loop 289 on F.M. 835 and E. 50th Street. 806/747-3353. Lake Alan Henry—On the Double Mountain Fork of
the Brazos River. Samuel W. Wahl Recreational Area offers hiking, picnicking, camping, fishing and boating. About 65 miles southeast of Lubbock. 806/775-2687.
www.lakealanhenry.org.
LOUISE HOPKINS UNDERWOOD CENTER FOR THE ARTS—Home to arts and cultural organizations in the South Plains Area. Includes art studios, galleries, theater and rehearsal hall. Events include the “First Friday Art Trail” and the annual Flatland Film Festival. 806/762-8606.
www.lhuca.org.
LUBBOCK AREA VETERANS WAR MEMORIAL—The monument is dedicated to veterans of Lubbock and the South Plains area. The center portion of memorial commemorates area veterans who were killed in action. At 82nd and Nashville. In Henry Huneke Park. 806/794-9006.
www.lubbockwarmemorial.com.
LUBBOCK ARTS ALLIANCE, THE—The official arts agency of Lubbock. The gallery features different regional artists monthly. The High Noon Concert series
NATIONAL RANCHING HERITAGE CENTER—The history of ranching is told through authentic structures. All date from the 1700s through the 1950s and are authentically restored and furnished. 3121 Fourth St. 806/742-0498.
www.nrhc.ttu.edu.
SCIENCE SPECTRUM AND OMNI THEATER—This museum features interactive science exhibits, plus live animals and aquariums. The OMNI Theater is designed to make the audience feel like they’re part of the movie. 2579 S. Loop 289. Between University and Indiana. 806/745-6299.
www.sciencespectrum.org.
SILENT WINGS MUSEUM—Dedicated to the history of the U.S. Military Glider Program and its role in World War II. It includes a fully restored World War II glider, restored aircraft, exhibits, a theater and a museum store. 6202 N. I-27. On the west side of Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport. 806/775-2047.
www.silentwingsmuseum.com.
VIETNAM CENTER AND ARCHIVES—In the Texas Tech Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library, this is the largest source of Vietnam War materials outside of the holdings of the U.S. government. At 15th Street and Detroit. 806/742-9010.
www.vietnam.ttu.edu.
WINERIES—Cap*Rock, La Diosa Cellars, Llano Estacado Winery, McPherson Cellars and Pheasant Ridge Winery. See WINERIES listing.
MATADOR POP. 592
ALT. 2,347 MAP F-11
MOTLEY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 828 Dundee St. 806/347-2968.
www.motleycountychamber.org.
MOTLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM—Housed in the 1928 Traweek Hospital. Exhibits depict early ranch and farm life. Special exhibits feature early medical care, Plains tribe artifacts and a miniature display of the city from 1891-1910. At corner of Dunee and Bundy streets. 806/347-2651.
MCLEAN POP. 814
ALT. 2,812 MAP D-12
The town was once known as the “uplift city” because of a ladies undergarment factory. It also was the former site of the World War II German prisoner-of- war camp. Murals along Main Street (old U.S. 66) depict the history of city and area. A restored 1930s Phillips 66 station lies on the old westbound U.S. 66 and is considered one of best
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