With an emphasis on Texas and Southwestern history, the museum features the
collection and historical research of J. Evetts Haley, acknowledged dean of
range-country historians. Nearly 30,000 items in the collection include
displays, volumes and papers on all facets of early Western life, especially the
cowboy and range cattle industry. It also contains extensive collections on
Billy the Kid and the Lincoln County War. Among the historical relics is the
original Alamo mission bell, cast in 1722. Open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri.
Donations accepted. 1805 W. Indiana. 432/682-5785.
City: Midland
Region: Big Bend Country
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
