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The Ranching Heritage Center in Lubbock

National Ranching Heritage Center

The history of ranching is told through 48 authentic structures moved to this 16-acre site. Structures include a bunkhouse, barn, dugout, windmills, blacksmith shop and more. All date from the 1700s through the 1950s, and all are authentically restored and furnished. Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tue.–Sat. Closed on Texas Tech University holidays. Outdoor park closes at 4 p.m. daily. 3121 Fourth St. 806/742-0498. www.nrhc.ttu.edu.

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Lodging

Whether you like quaint cabins, five-star hotels or even rustic dude-ranch digs, there’s always a place to sleep in style.

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Campgrounds

Texas might be the Lone Star State, but you'll see thousands of stars under that big, open sky. Enjoy everything from white-water rapids to mountain climbing at our public and private campgrounds. Check it out!

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Texas Videos

From the diverse beauty that surrounds you to the unique people you meet along the way, everything about Texas beckons you to visit. So think of these as more than videos: they’re an invitation to visit the place we’re proud to call home.

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Attractions

Adventure sports, cultural exploration, live music... the list goes on and on. Here, there’s always an attraction to fit your vacation style.

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3121 Fourth St
Lubbock, Texas
79409
Phone: 806/742-0498

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Hours

Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tue.–Sat. Closed on Texas Tech University holidays. Outdoor park closes at 4 p.m. daily.

Featured Attraction

The museum tells the story of brothers Victor and Joe Stanzel, whose dreams of flying turned into a hobby and later a successful toy business and 20 patents. Among the displays is the original Tiger Shark, the first single-line control model. Hands-on activities include learning how air pressure gives planes their lift and seeing how an engine works. Open 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Mon., Wed. and Fri.–Sat.; and 1:30–4:30 p.m. Sun. 311 Baumgarten St. 979/743-6559.

City: Schulenburg
Region: Prairies and Lakes

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Popular Attractions

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.

Battle Of Adobe Walls
City: Stinnett
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

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