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National Ranching Heritage Center

3121 Fourth Street, Box 43200, Lubbock, TX 79409-3200
806 742 0498
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Ranked #1 of 24 attractions in Lubbock
Type: History Museums, Historic Sites
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Lubbock, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

Really interesting and unique insight into ranch living in former times. to do the museum justice you need to spend a couple of hours there.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013

We had an hour plus to spend and we chose this destination. It was well worth the visit. Lots of buildings to see and a LOT of history about ranching. Whether you like cows or not, this is a place packed full of info about a century of activity on the High Plains.

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Texas, USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Located at the edge of the beautiful Texas Tech campus, this Center impresses you right from the start with life size sculptures of horses running over the range. Entrance is free with a donation encouraged. Great collections of art and memorabilia. Truly outstanding is the collection of actual houses , barns, pens etc. ranging from early days of dugouts to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

This museum is the hidden gem of Lubbock. I have been to similar museums in larger cities but none as impressive at the NRHC. If you're visiting Lubbock, definitely set aside a couple hours to visit. If you live in Lubbock, check out their website for all the events. The Junior Rough Rider program for young kids is beyond compare.

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Arlington, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

I was raised on a farm...and although I am now a city dweller, I still enjoy looking at this old stuff. Think you would like it.

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Albany, TX
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Great place to learn a little about Texas history, and let the kids run around. The historical structures are really something.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

Spent the afternoon at the RHC with a photographer friend and taking photos myself. We had a wonderful time and just needed more time. It is a definite do-over but allowing ourselves more than the 2 1/2-3 hrs we were there! Lots of history, well displayed, good explanation boards at each structure. The grounds are well maintained, clean and the... More

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Plano, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2013

It was interesting seeing all the old buildings. You also see a pic of what it looked like before they moved it to I am glad I didnt live like that.

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Crockett, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2013

We enjoyed strolling thru the exhibits. each building was explained well by the signs at each one. It was interesting to see how our ancestors lived...quite a hardy bunch. There was even a train and train station. We even saw a jack rabbit!

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Fort Stockton, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2013

There are a few indoors exhibits that are nice to look at. But look forward to the outdoor adventure. There is a long walkway that takes you go see several old farm buildings. They range from one room homes to a trainstation. My son just loved it. This was his favorite stop in Lubbock. Try to go on a sunny... More

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