Canadian
River Valley Pioneer Museum
The River Valley Pioneer Museum is located on HWY 60/83 in downtown Canadian, Texas and was established in 1986 by a group of ambitious volunteers. Stop by to see our many permanent exhibits which offer historic interpretation of the settlement period in the eastern Texas Panhandle. We have permanent exhibits as well as rotating exhibits from a variety of collections. As you stroll around the museum, you will see archeology, geology, paleontology, rodeo and ranching exhibits.
We host several traveling exhibits per year, as well as events and fundraisers including our popular Ladies Hat Luncheon, Mother/Daughter Luncheon and our Gala and Silent Auction. Our annual Quilt Show is held during our Canadian’s Fall Foliage Weekend, the third weekend in October. Be sure to join us for our reunion & barbecue held during our July 4th Celebration.
Come by and experience our history–it’s alive and kicking!
River Valley Pioneer Museum
118 N. 2nd Street
Canadian, Texas
806-323-6548
www.rivervalleymuseum.org
Canyon
Panhandle-Plains Historial Museum
Explore more than 500 million years of history across a 26,000 square mile expanse of the Panhandle-Plains – all under one roof. Welcome to the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum. Discover one of the premier museums of the nation.
You will find the heart of Texas art, the free spirit of the Taos and Santa Fe schools, and the unsurpassed Southwest American Indian art. Unlock the hidden world of the ancient past through our paleontology, geology and archeology areas while learning about the rich history of the region and seeing some of the finest examples of American fashion in the Textiles Gallery.
Our exhibits are changing constantly, and there is always something new to see. From dinosaurs to modern art, from saddles to automobiles, we have it all.Be sure to bookmark our calendar of events and sign up for our email notifications to receive updates about programs and events. Be a part of it all and join us today!
April 11 to June 14: Lone Star Still Lifes
April 18 to October 11: As the first serious collector of antiques and art in the Texas Panhandle, James D. Hamlin acquired hundreds of items that he donated to the Panhandle-Plains Historical Society in 1942. He lived for many years at Farwell, Texas where he managed the leasing and sales of former XIT Ranch lands. A selection of his furniture, decorative art, and art will be featured. 4th Ave. in Canyon, TX
SUMMER HOURS
June – August: 9 am – 6 pm, Monday through Saturday; 1 pm – 6 pm, Sunday
WINTER HOURS
September – May: 9 am – 5 pm, Monday through Saturday; 1 pm – 6 pm, Sunday
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
ADMISSION
$7 – Adults • $6 – Seniors (65+) • $6 – Groups (20+) • $3 – Children (4-12 yrs)
Children under 3 years – FREE • 10% discounts for Parent(s)/Guardians(s) with children 12 or under (immediate family only)
Accessibility: All museum areas are wheelchair and handicap accessible. Wheelchairs and strollers are available at no charge on a first-come, first-served basis.
2503 Fourth Ave
Canyon, TX
806.651.2244
Claude
Armstrong County Museum & Gem Theatre
The Mission of the Armstrong County Museum
The Armstrong County Museum seeks to collect and preserve the sights and sounds of yesteryears and today, that have had an impact on the culture of Armstrong County and the Panhandle of Texas. This is accomplished in the museum with displays that tell the story of the area, in the Art Gallery with works of area artists and in the Gem Theatre with dramatic and musical productions. In short, the goal is to provide a major cultural and tourist attraction that makes a difference for the county, the Panhandle Area and the State.
Organization and Activities: The Armstrong County Museum, Inc. is a volunteer non profit organization that began in 1990 with only a dream that has now grown to a campus of eight buildings in which the museum documents the history of Armstrong County and the Panhandle of Texas. The museum’s Art Gallery and Gem Theatre foster a greater appreciation of the visual and dramatic arts. Area artists have been commissioned to provide historic and thematic paintings to aid in documenting the events depicted in the museum along with numerous artifacts. A different artist is invited to display her/his works in the Art Gallery each month. Since 1996, we have received grants from the Texas Commission on the Arts and various local foundations to assist with bringing Touring Artists, (musicians, poets, story tellers), from all across the state and to support our local “Community Heritage Players.”
Join us for the "The Annual Museum Banquet." This year we are featuring "Young Country" musical entertainers and promotion of "The Musical Drama, Texas." Contact us for details.
Armstrong County Museum
121 North Trice Street
Claude, Texas
Dalhart
XIT Museum
The XIT Museum offers a taste of the pioneer West through historical and period exhibits, farming and ranching displays, and extensive photographic documentation of bi-county history. The museum partners with local schools and art teachers to offer a visiting artist program. The newest exhibit at the museum will feature wildlife that are native to the area, some that are rare; the exhibit will also include hands-on learning activities.
(806-244-5390)
9 am to 5:30 pm Tuesday through Saturday
Panhandle
Carson County Square House Museum
The Carson County Square House Museum, opened in 1967, has been recognized as one of Texas’ best small rural museums since its dedication. Comprised of 14 buildings and macro artifacts, the Museum tells the history of Carson County and the surrounding area through its interpretive exhibits.
Using the Square House, replica dugout, windmill, ATSF caboose, the commercial exhibit, the 1912 Conway Church and the many permanent exhibits and dioramas, the Museum changes exhibits in the three galleries to tell the stories of the people who have lived in this region since archaic times. A favorite location of school and organizational tours, the Square House hosts dinners prepared by Board members serving on the luncheon committee. Seven traveling exhibition trunks are taken into area schools and presented by the Educator. Local and area artists vie for the opportunity to show their work at the Square House. There is always something interesting to see here!
Museum Hours:
Monday through Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm; Sunday: 1 to 5 pm