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.]

This marker stands in downtown Pampa near a small structure that was unfortunately closed a the…read moretime I visited. Still, it's worth checking out to see some of Texas Panhandle history and definitely come back during open hours. The cottage is in excellent condition, especially considering that it is over 100 years old. The marker reads, "Built in 1903, one year after county was organized, by settlers Wiley Vincent and wife Katie. This small early Texas cabin has 2 rooms. In 1907, huge prairie fire missed it by only 600 yards. The cabin was bought in 1920 by E. S. Carr, Pampa mayor, 1917-1918 and 1938-1940. He gave it as a wedding present to daughter Edna and her husband Clifford Vincent, a son of the builders. In 1963, the Cliff Vincents gave the cabin for use as a museum to the Pampa Genealogical and Historical Society. It has been furnished with period pieces and restored to original appearance. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1970." There is street parking. [Review 16165 overall - 342 in Texas - 1671 of 2021.]

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

This marker is about 6 miles south of Pampa and is not far from where SH 70 crosses the North Fork…read moreof the Red River. There is a sign in each direction warning that there is a historical marker ahead and there is a small pullout area so that you're out of the way of the traffic roaring past. It is very lonely prairie land here. Extremely flat and quite windy, as evidenced by the multiple wind turbines around. The marker reads, "Red River Expedition of 1852. Randolph B. Marcy, U.S. Fifth Infantry Captain, and George B. McClellan led a company into the Texas panhandle in 1852 to determine the locations of the headwaters of the Red River. That summer the team discovered two main branches of the Upper Red River that intersect the 100th Meridan. The North Branch is southeast of Pampa. Earlier treaties used the Red River as a boundary, but it was unclear which fork was meant when first defined. In 1896, the South Branch was determined to be the main stream and the boundary between Texas and Oklahoma. (1984, 1996)" [Review 16184 overall - 360 in Texas - 1690 of 2021.]

Excellent historical museum and exhibit. If you loved the story of Lonesome Dove, you will love…read morelearning more about the life and contributions of the man who was the inspiration for Woodrow F. Call. Also, learn how Molly, his wife, saved the North American Bison from total extinction. Great staff and friendly, informative tour. Don't forget to stop by the cemetery across the highway to pay your respects at the gravesite of Charlie Goodnight. This is a Pure Texas destination!

This historical spot is so amazingly cool! The level of authenticity they have been able to…read moremaintain is nothing short of incredible. The guide is super friendly and just next door the Buffalo "Herd Wear" shop is chock full of one of a kind buffalo derived clothing, knives, moccasins, blankets, coats, vests etc. You name it and they probably have it. Using every bit of the animal, they really have found a way to meet every mountain man and fur lover's needs. Cecil and his wife make every visit a delight with their friendly service. Both of them go above and beyond for their customers and visitors. I was fitted for a buffalo hide coat and this is the result below! More than satisfied.

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!

Round number reviews should be something special. My round number 16000 was the Grand Saline Salt…read morePalace and 16100 was the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth. So here we are at 16200 and it's... an intersection. What? Well, my friend. This is a special intersection. At the end of the Tom Hanks movie Cast Away, we see the protagonist at a literal and a philosophical intersection. Having been rescued from the island and finding out that his fiancée has moved on, he is stopped here and trying to work out what's next in his life. A pretty redhead pulls up and tells him, "Well, that's 83 South. And this road here will hook you up with I-40 East. Um... if you turn right, that'll take you to Amarillo, Flagstaff, California. And if you head back that direction, you'll find a whole lot of nothin' all the way to Canada." Watch it here: https://youtu.be/afiuJ2tsoVA. What do you think the character does after the credits roll? But back to here. I agree that there's not much between here and Canada and maybe she was referring to the next town north, Canadian. Regardless, it's desolate. I was here for 15 minutes, parking the car in the same spot that Tom Hanks did and setting out my tripod so that I could get my selfie properly. Not a single vehicle passed by from any direction in those 15 minutes. Very little has changed since then. The stop signs are the same. The fences are the same. I had arrived from the north, the same as Tom Hanks did. That road is now gravel and not packed dirt. Dozens of wind turbines are erected and spinning. Otherwise? It's a postcard for a literal crossroads that is near absolutely nothing and 35 miles from the I-40 that the young lady mentions. Sadly, the actress Lori White passed away in 2018. This detour was worth it for me. I doubt very much that I'll ever be back in this part of the world so this was a once-in-a-lifetime stop. What's next in my life? Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Nashville, and home in 1300 miles. [Review 16200 overall - 376 in Texas - 1706 of 2021.]

We checked out this 1910 single room jail on Route 66. Inside there's an iron barred window and…read moredisplays about notorious outlaws. Outside, there is a randomly placed tombstone-looking memorial for the graduating high school class of 1938. From I-40 take exit 1 and drive south one-half mile. Turn left onto Route 66. Drive two blocks and turn north (left) onto Main Ave.