Was so blessed to see this right at the perfect time. Thank You Jesus…read more It's a big lovely cross that's easy to access from the highway and gives glory to our Lord, and reminds us of what He's done

This was such a humbling experience. And the cross is HUGE. A must see if you are in the area.read more

An absolutely beautiful old building!! It was built in the 30's and renovated completely in 2000…read more My niece had her Wedding Reception in the famous Auditorium on the 11th floor and it was wonderful! Many Kudos to Amarillo for preserving a part of their history instead of tearing it down!

The Amarillo Music Society holds concerts in the auditorium. The beautiful building is a wonderful…read morehistorical setting to hear classical music. I definitely think it enhanced the experience of a night out. I also though the acoustics of the room were great. I only wish more events were in the building so everyone could enjoy the preservation of something so lovely.

Approach the plaza under the towering stainless-steel beams, peer at the suspended atom model, and…read moreread the story of helium's journey from the sun's spectrum to Amarillo's star pipelines. The sundial's shadow may reveal the hour--on a sunny day, that is. Wander around the engraved capstones and imagine opening future capsules centuries from now. It's quick, free, and thought-provoking--ideal for a 10-15 minute stop.

Cool sculpture and park location! This timepiece built in 1968 is huge and great for photos!…read more Nice place for a walk, pics, watch the dicks, or some frisbee golf!

Being a native Texan, I had heard of this place my entire life. This was even before social media,…read morewhen the stories traveled. Being a native Texan who moved to Colorado in '99, I had driven by this place for years, going from home to home for holidays and other occasions. Finally, I took the turnoff. I don't guess I really knew what to expect when I arrived. There were cars parked along the road, running up and down a field with a paved path leading to an open plot. And then, they were. 10 cars buried at a steep slope, dripping in puddles of color, stand stark in the West Texas flat, dry dirt. It's weird. It's hokey. It's one of the most Texas things to ever be in Texas; I love it! If you like roadside attractions, this is totally worth the turnoff. If you're driving to or from Texas to Colorado, just do it. It's a fun solo excursion. It's a fun family excursion. There's something about adding to the paint and joining the living history of paint upon paint, upon paint. Only in Texas...

I would totally recommended this place to anyone it's so cute and fun, but definitely a one and…read moredone. Don't buy spray paint at the store because so many full bottles are left behind for others to use.

Stepping up to MadamQueen felt like meeting a queen in exile--towering, dignified, and still proud…read moredespite a few weathered edges. The steel-and-concrete engine looms large, and you can almost feel the echo of its whistle and the clatter of tracks beneath it. Reading the plaque, you learn this wasn't just any locomotive: she pulled essential cargo across the West, leaving an indelible mark on Amarillo's rail legacy. The best part? It's free, open day and night, and easy to reach. We lingered for about 15 minutes--enough time for photos, a glance at the plaque, and a quiet moment to imagine life in the steam age. That said, the chain‑link fence and lack of shelter made things feel a bit distant, physically and emotionally. A protective canopy and more interpretive signs would elevate the experience from a roadside curiosity to an immersive mini‑museum.

The Amarillo Railway Museum is worthy of a stop because of its unique equipment, some that probably…read morecannot be seen anywhere else. The "White Train" is a relic of the Cold War atomic age. It was used to transport nuclear weapons assembled at the nearby Pantex plant. The trains featured armored locomotives, guard cars and weapons cars. There is another piece of equipment unique to Amarillo- a helium transport car. Amarillo has historically been the "Helium Capital of the Nation." I stopped by on a day when the indoor museum was closed, but the outdoor exhibits are accessible to see. Walking ability required.Check out the Museum website for more fascinating details of the "White Train"

This is a beautiful old building built in 1910. The railroad went through Amarillo until 1979…read moreaccording to the guy I talk to at the Railroad Museum east of town. Actually the railroad still goes through because there was a train chugging past the train station as I was taking pictures, but the passenger service ended in 1979. Now all that is available are cargo trains going through. I would have loved to be able to get close to the building and see it, better yet to be able to go inside. I hope they turn this into a museum someday. It would be a shame for it to ever be torn down. How can we preserve our history and our heritage if we destroy it? I'm glad I heard that this building was still here so I could at least park in front and take pictures through the fence. If you like old trains there is a locomotive a couple blocks over called the Madame Queen, near the Civic Center. It is fenced-in also but still interesting to look at. And if you really want the scoop, go visit the Railroad Museum east of town, just off of Amarillo Boulevard. Those guys can tell you anything you want to know about the Amarillo railroad history. Be sure to check their hours before you drive out there. It's all volunteer so they are not open everyday.

Cruising down the highway outside Amarillo, I caught sight of something that made me hit the…read morebrakes--a towering cowboy frozen mid-stride, rifle in one hand and a steely stare aimed at the Texas sky. Meet the Second Amendment Cowboy: part roadside legend, part fiberglass icon, and all swagger. He stands tall beside a trio of jacked-up Cadillacs, each one decked out with mannequin passengers like Elvis, Willie Nelson, and John Wayne on their way to a honky-tonk showdown. It's wild, weird, and absolutely wonderful. I couldn't help but laugh -- it's one of those places that feels like Texas decided to bottle its personality and plant it in the dirt for everyone to gawk at. I snapped a photo, gave the cowboy a nod, and drove off feeling like I'd just shaken hands with roadside Americana at its most bold.

Another roadside America stop…read more We came in the morning, in December, which put the sun behind the statue, not great light conditions for taking photos. So maybe come in the afternoon if you can when the sun will be on his face. Located just down the road from the Cadillac Ranch, this is a quick drive by photo op if you don't have a lot of time, or pull over for some close-up pics. Happy motoring!

"For in the true nature of things, if we rightly consider, every green tree is far more glorious…read morethan if it were made of gold and silver." -Martin Luther (1483-1546) Even at night, I'm still going to stop for a historical marker. This one was interesting. It is located about 5 miles west of Panhandle towards Amarillo. There is a sign about one mile ahead of it indicating that the marker is ahead and there is a small pullout area so that you can be off the roadway. The main central marker reads, "Thomas Cree Homsite. After serving as a teamster in the Civil War (1861-65), Thadium (Thomas) B. Cree worked for the Union Pacific Railroad. In 1888 he and his wife came to the High Plains. They acquired this land and, with no trees for lumber, they built a dugout home. Cree traveled 35 miles at his wife's request to find a sapling and planted it here. He watered it from a nearby lake that he dug from a buffalo wallow. The tree never grew but lived many years despite blizzard, heat, and drought. Gov. John Connally dedicated an historical marker in 1963 to the first tree in the Panhandle." The second marker reads, "The 33rd Anniversary National Convention, Men's Garden Clubs of America, meeting at Amarillo, June 14-17, 1965, formally recognized and paid tribute to the significance of Thomas Cree's Little Tee and to the memory of this heroic early gardenere of these high plains." The third marker reads, "First Tree Texas High Plains. Set front dugout home by Thomas Cree,, 1888. Good luck symbol of settlers through drought, blizzard and heat." Beneath that, a fourth marker, "Cree's Bois D'Arc tree died in the 1970's. County residents planted a new tree here in 1990 as a memorial to the area's early pioneers." [Review 16197 overall - 373 in Texas - 1703 of 2021.]

This historical marker in downtown Pampa recalls some of the youth of Woody Guthrie, folk music…read morelegend. If you're not familiar with the man, may I suggest this live recording of "This Land is My Land" - https://youtu.be/wxiMrvDbq3s The marker reads, "American folk musician Woodrow Wilson "Woody" Guthrie (1912-1967) moved to Pampa from his native Oklahoma at age 17. Here he learned to play the guitar and joined with other musicians to perform for area events. Guthrie briefly attended Pampa High School and, from 1930 until 1935, worked as a soda jerk at this site, home of the former Harris Drug Store. He also spent much time reading books in the Pampa city library, preparing him for his most productive years as a poet-lyricist and folk balladeer during the 1940s and early 1950s. He left Pampa for California in 1937 and in 1940 went to New York City, where he was recognized for his writings and performances. He died there in 1967. (2002)" There is street parking and yes, the Woody Guthrie Folk Music Center is nearby though it was closed for the day when I was here. [Review 16164 overall - 341 in Texas - 1670 of 2021.]

TEMPORARILY CLOSED!!!!…read more https://www.panhandleplains.org/p/about/pphm-temporary-closure-updates Hours incorrect on Yelp! We love this museum in a past visit but were disappointed to learn of the closure when entering the destination in Waze.

This museum was such a blast! IT JUST KEPT GOING! Every corner was something to look at. So much…read morethought went into the design of the museum. Definitely have to see it if you're coming this way. Set aside time because it definitely isn't a stop in for a few minutes situation. You will love it! Check out the benches and chairs, super comfy.