Yes, this is a small museum. It is also a cheap entry fee and with a lot of amazing exhibits! Plan…read moreto spend between one and two hours here. There are many bronze statues that you are allowed to touch to feel what the dinosaur bones would feel and look like at that size. There's also life size dinosaur sculptures and dioramas and the museum strives to relate dinosaurs to our modern birds. There is a sizable kids area as well.

Great stop on our road trip! A tiny bit off the beaten path but my kids had a blast looking at the…read moreexhibits and loved picking a souvenir from their gift shop. It's not huge but they have packed in a lot of interesting information and things to see!

You will get your moneys worth coming to see so much paraphernalia from this area that was donated…read moreby the locals. The only drawback is that much of it is not labeled.

If you love western U.S. history, this is the place to visit. There is no way anyone could study…read moreeverything in the museum in a day. There is a small library, pages of information to read and tons of historical relics. There are old covered wagons, a cool caboose and farm equipment. There is a rock and bone room that is quite interesting. There are displays of old western wear, quilts, old postcards, photos, and a gabillion other things. If you're traveling I-40 west through Tucumcari, I highly recommend stopping to look at the cool architecture, the museum and the town's 1960's feel.

FREE This is just one of the many things that becomes a…read morebonus stop to stretch your legs and to learn about history. I had no idea that this place is where he was buried and I guess I forgot most of the story. It was good to get caught up on and also to get other headstones That were from the 1800s. It is worth a stop for sure. I WOULD RECOMMEND

Quick stop of Western American history. Interesting guy. Prominent feature for tourists in the area.read more

Went to a diner named Sidekix on 66. It had a delicious breakfast! I definitely recommend the…read moreFrench toast there! The city had awesome old timey motels with classic movie esc signs! This is a great place to stop on a roadtrip or asa rest stop!

Tucumari is a popular stop on I-40 or the old Route 66. It is the largest city on the highway…read morebetween Amarillo, Texas and Albuquerque, New Mexico. Some things to check out while passing through * Murals of Tucumari- over 100 public murals. Husband and wife team Doug & Sharon Quarles are responsible for many of them. * New Mexico Route 66 Museum The owner is a really cool guy with lots of information. It's small but has a lot of local things. * If you happen to be there on the last weekend of June check out the Rockin' Route 66 Festival.

Super fun stop if you are into classic cars or just want to take a break and see some truly…read morebeautifully rebuilt classics. We enjoyed walking the aisles and seeing the classics at their best. There were so many (like the Buiks) that I had never heard of, but loved! Tons of Chevys of all kinds in here. We are a Ford family so I wished there were a few more of those, but I got a few in and it was fun! $5 entry, lots of parking. Nice stop to stretch your legs and see some history.

7-17-25 $5, worth it…read more I don't know why, but I didn't ask the ladies name that was working there today, shame on me, she was pleasant and should be acknowledged. Here's to you, thank you. This was a bonus stop that you can only do when you are doing a road trip. I just never know where you're gonna be. I love the history of Route 66 back in the day my family had a Hugh connection with that road. We've been on most of it, but not all of it and it's always fun to hit another part. I'm not sure why I had to buy another hat, but I did. The museum was fabulous. Not just the cars, but all the paraphernalia, and the old signs were great.. I WOULD RECOMMEND

Stepping into the Don Harrington Discovery Center in Amarillo is like entering a wonderland of…read morescience--complete with roaring dinosaurs, swirling galaxies, and lasers that make you say, "Whoa, did that just happen?" The place buzzes with curiosity from the moment you walk in. I kicked things off in the Sun, Earth & Universe gallery, pressing buttons to trigger solar flares and playing with real-time space weather--instant brain tickles that felt both geeky and awesome . Then I zipped over to the Outdoor Science Park, where a life-size T‑Rex and Triceratops loomed over a fossil dig pit. Kids were scooping up "bones" while I dodged tennis balls flying from a launcher--science meets playground shenanigans . Later, I curled up in the cozy Treehouse Reading Nook, surrounded by bird chirps from the aviary above--a peaceful contrast to the chaos of color bombs and bouncing probes . The highlight, though? The Space Theater, a full‑dome planetarium that launched me from Earth to black holes in minutes--complete with dramatic music and enough stars to rival my ex's eyes . It's clear DHDC is more than a kids' museum--it's a playground for inquisitive minds of all ages. Traveling exhibits keep things fresh, and a recent "Beyond: Unity in Community" display even won a national award for celebrating Afghan culture . Educational programs, planetarium shows, story times, and even sci‑fi-style "KABOOM!" demos fill the calendar . By the end of my visit, my cheeks hurt from smiling, my head buzzed with fun facts, and I momentarily considered launching myself into orbit. Instead, I left with a grin, a handful of newfound cosmic trivia, and a plan to bring all my friends next time. Bottom line: Don Harrington Discovery Center is science with soul--equal parts spectacle and insight. Whether you're a kid, a curious adult, or just someone who likes lasers and dinosaurs (who doesn't?), this place throws the perfect brain party.

This place was great until they put a tribute to Afghanistan complete with minaret and the flag of…read moreAfghanistan in the middle of the center!! We appreciated the free entry for military but after seeing that, we will not be renewing our memberships and glad we didn't pay this time. We will NOT be returning. They spent all that money to honor Afghanistan. HIGHLY DISAPPOINTED!!

Upon the recommendation of the director of the museum in Clayton, I decided to visit here. The…read moreMuseum is very well kept with lots of area history. My favorite part was the dust bowl section. You actually go on a little shack and then the presentation starts in illuminates. Pieces from the dust bowl days. Overall, it's a little bit of a haul from Clayton, but I feel worth the trip. The only reason I didn't get five stars was the gentleman who was there at the museum wasn't very accommodating as far as showing me around. Otherwise, it was a great museum.

Great place to go and enjoy some time learning about Texas and it's heritage. Very impressed! Had a…read morelot of info and facts about the ranch and Texas in general. I enjoyed the little church they have at the front of the building with the old pews in it. They have life size set ups and very cool to see where our heritage comes from!

A must see in Portales! If you're interested in archaeology, this is one of the most important…read morearchaeological sites in North America. Admission was only $1 for students and $3 for adults. The trail behind the small center leads down to the quarry area and to an enclosed exhibit. The enclosed exhibit covers an excavated area showing all levels and exposed fossils/ bones. Signs tell you which layers and time period you are looking at. The trail leads around the quarry with interpretive signs along the way. Inside the center there are a few interpretive posters and fossils that give you a little information before the trail. The information could be better and more straight forward so I would suggest reading about the site history ahead of time or going to the museum in town first for better background information. There is also a gift shop inside the center. Pro tip: It was very hot the day we went (95 degrees) and we were out mid-day. I suggest getting here as early as possible, wearing lots of sunscreen, and long sleeves. They do worn you about rattle snakes so closed toed shoes are best. A porta-potty was located on the trail.

Days open are Monday through Friday. We were there on a holiday Monday and the place was closed…read more Visiting shouldn't be this hard.