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Take a peek at just a few of the many wonderful, informative exhibits showcased at the Armstrong County Museum! |
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Lake Center School Line Shack and Windmill
Located across the street from the Museum |
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Native American tribes - Kiowa, Arapahoe, Cheyenne and Comanche first came to North America 15,000 years ago. |
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According to his journal, Coronado traveled through the Texas Panhandle in 1541. |
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Charles Goodnight was the first white settler in the Texas Panhandle, and the foremost cattleman of the Texas cattle industry. He drove his herd into the area in November, 1876 and set up a home ranch. His wife, Mary Ann (Molly) joined him there. Mr. Goodnight is often called the Father of the Panhandle.
Mr. Goodnight established the JA Ranch in partnership with Mr. and Mrs. John Adair, .
For more on Charles Goodnight and his many contributions to the Panhandle, come visit Goodnight Hall or click here. |
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Armstrong County Museum P.O. Box 450 Claude, Tx 79019 806-226-2187 |
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Content on this website copyrighted by Armstrong County Museum, 2009 - Original photography copyrighted by Syndy Box, webmaster, 2009 |
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Many hardy pioneer families came to the Panhandle and Armstrong County in the 1880’s and 1890’s. These pictures show just a few of many exhibits in the museum that trace the history of these families and, in so doing, give us a bit of insight into the daily life and history of Texas and Armstrong County. |
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The early days of Claude, Texas |
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The Hall of Honor
A tribute to the men and women of Armstrong County who have served our country in uniform. |
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Our newest exhibit was donated by Ninia Ritchie And takes visitors on a photographic journey through the history of the JA Ranch . |
