The Armstrong County Museum

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In the News

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Now available!

 

The Cowboy Trunk

 

For information on the  Cowboy Trunk and other educational opportunities available through the museum, please click here -

 

 

 

Check out the first Cowboy Trunk showing here -

 

 

At the Art Gallery:

Norma Hinkle!

Come take a look at Norma’s amazing artwork!

 

Come join us for a reception for the artist on Feb. 4th at 6:30 at the Art Gallery followed by a lively performance at the Gem Theatre at 7:30,

 

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The Armstrong County Museum has been featured in many newspaper and magazine articles. The most recent will be listed first.

Please check back often as we will be continually adding articles to the archives. 

November, 2009 issue of Accent West - Article on Ninia Ritchie and her induction into the Cowgirl Hall of Fame. Click on the sun to read the article.

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The Claude News, Dec. 3, 2009 - Gem Theatre show, Art Gallery exhibit usher in Christmas season this Saturday

Click on the star to view the article

Amarillo Globe-News, July 7, 2009 - Museum is restoring Goodnight’s house.

Houston Chronicle, Jan. 25th, 2004 - Goodnight home faces uncertain dawn

Denver Post, July 4, 2005 - Refuge herds bison revival. 

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Recent Events:

Current and upcoming events:

The Claude News, June 17, 2010 - Museum attracts bus on Palo Duro Tour

For showtimes and ticket information on these shows, please click here:

 

AT THE GEM THEATRE:

 

February 4th, 2012 - Bobby Giles Music Mountain

Local talent, with some great music. Season opener for the first Saturday night in February. Visit the Music Mountain web site This is a quote, ''Ever wondered why there are so many different types of music?…well, I think it’s on account of…whether we’re aware of it or not…music is commanded…”shout joyfully to the Lord, all the earth; break forth in song, rejoice, and sing praises” (Psalm 98:4)…all the earth! Ever wondered why we sing in church…”sing to the Lord a new song, and His praise in the assembly of saints” (Psalm 149:1)…in the assembly! Music is a natural expression of our love for our Father.'' Show time is 7:30 Adults $10.00 K-12 $3.00.

 

March 3, 2012 -- Ivan Cates and the Ranch Boys

Ivan has a new CD and will probably play many of the same numbers in the show that are on the CD.He was raised up in a farm and ranch environment with music on both sides of the family. He enjoys all types of music, especially Bob Wills and Buck Ramsey Western swing and cowboy songs. He writes poetry, songs and stories about the cowboy and American Indian cultures. Show time is 7:30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Goodnight House was featured in an article in the Amarillo-Globe News on August 15, 2011. Please check out the article written by Kevin Welch! There are photos and a video, too! Click here:

Charles Goodnight House: Restoration Moves Inside

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Armstrong County Museum hosted the Texas Historical Foundation Board on Friday, October 14, 2011.  See a report of their visit here:

Texas Historical Foundation visit