Exhibits of The Museum of the West Texas Frontier
MAIN GALLERY
The Five Stages of Settlement on the West Texas Frontier. This region experienced five stages of settlement:
COMANCHES: Settlers encroached on the Native American land.
RANCHERS: Once Native Americans were pushed onto reservations, this land was perfect for grazing cattle.
FARMERS: Farming families followed the ranchers and established communities.
RAILROADS: This transportation connected
KIDS DISCOVERY ROOM
The Museum's Kids Discovery Center is a place for children to play through the Five Stages of Settlement on the West Texas Frontier. Explore a replica Comanche tipi, set up your own ranch, work your own farm, operate a railroad, and set up your own town.
ARLEDGE FIELD EXHIBIT (AIRPORT) EXHIBIT
With the clouds of war blowing up over Europe, America began plans to train pilots, before America was officially in World War II. Learn about how this military training facility revitalized a small West Texas town after the devastating effects of the Great Depression.
ROTATING EXHIBITS
This Gallery has a new exhibit on display monthly, so every time you visit, there will be something new. Check out these unique exhibits that tell stories about West Texas.
GIFT SHOP
The Museum's Gift Shop offers unique items that you can't find anywhere else. Needing a gift for a child's birthday party? Come by and see our selection of toys. Know someone who enjoys local history? Browse our book selection by local authors. Love to wear western apparel? Come look at our selection.
THE BARBARA BILLINGTON RESEARCH LIBRARY
Wether you are researching your family's genealogy or just wanting to learn more about our local history and culture, this room is full of primary and secondary sources. We have a large selection of books, photographs, school yearbooks, and so much more. Stop by and browse the shelves.