Odessa, TX Attractions
Odessa (pop. 90,000) became a boom town with the discovery of oil in 1927. Unlike other boom towns, Odessa became the service center for the work force and is today a major oil field technology center.
Ellen Noel Art Museum
The Ellen Noel Art Museum offers changing exhibits of contemporary art, photography, sculpture and design. Educational programs and work shops are also provided.
Ellen Noel Art Museum
Box 13928
Odessa, TX 79762-8144
United States
Box 13928
Odessa, TX 79762-8144
United States
Phone 1 (432) 550-9696
Fax 1 (432) 550-9226
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Globe of the Great Southwest
The Globe of the Great Southwest is located on the grounds of Odessa College. The Globe, built in the 1960s, is a replica of the original Shakespearean Globe Theatre. This octagonal theater hosts community theater as well as the professional Southwest Shakespeare Festival each year.
Next door to the Globe is a replica of Anne Hathaway's cottage.
Next door to the Globe is a replica of Anne Hathaway's cottage.
Globe Theatre
2308 Shakespeare Road
Odessa, TX 79761
United States
2308 Shakespeare Road
Odessa, TX 79761
United States
Phone 1 (432) 332-1586
Fax 1 (432) 332-1587
Parker House Museum
The restored 1935 house features the history of the Parker family in the early to mid 1900's.
Presidential Museum
The museum offers displays on the American presidency, campaigns and election procedures and historical presidential artifacts.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
White-Pool House
This 1887 house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. White-Pool House is furnished in period, portraying the ranching and oil periods, and features changing exhibits.
Odessa Surroundings
Big Spring, Texas
The "Big Spring" for which the town was named is now part of the 400 acre Big Spring State Park which provides a huge recreational area for the town.
Big Spring - Heritage Museum
(In Big Spring, Texas)
The Heritage Museum of Big Spring features displays related to the town's history. Of particular interest is the collection of photographs from the late 1800's and early 1900's.
Heritage Museum of Big Spring
510 Scurry Street
Big Spring, TX 79720-2736
United States
510 Scurry Street
Big Spring, TX 79720-2736
United States
Phone 1 (432) 267-8255
Fax 1 (432) 267-9998
Facilities
Gift shop
Big Spring - Potton House
(In Big Spring, Texas)
Big Spring State Park
(In Big Spring, Texas)
Big Spring State Park is a 343 acre park with a swimming pool, golf course, tennis courts, and trails. Overnight camping is permitted within the park.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 |
| Close | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset |
Fort Davis - Overland Trail Museum
The museum is the former home of Nick Mersfelter, the town's justice of the peace, barber, and area music master. The collection contains pioneer, ranch, trail and law enforcement artifacts
Hours
March 1 to November 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Fort Davis National Historic Site, Texas
This well preserved fort serves as a memorial to the soldiers who help settlers, travelers and merchants along the San Antonio/El Paso Road.
Fort Davis National Historic Site
Box 1379
Fort Davis, TX 79734
United States
Box 1379
Fort Davis, TX 79734
United States
Phone 1 (432) 426-3224
Fax 1 (432) 426-3122
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Martin Luther King's Birthday - USA (3rd Monday, January )
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Martin Luther King's Birthday - USA (3rd Monday, January )
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Fort Lancaster State Historical Park
Fort Lancaster was established is 1855 to guard against Indian attacks along the San Antonio-El Paso Road. It only operated for six years. History, natural history and archaeology exhibits and a nature trail are located on the grounds.
Fort Stockton, Texas
The town dates from 1858 when the U.S. Army set up a cavalry post on this site.
Fort Stockton - Annie Riggs Memorial Museum
(In Fort Stockton, Texas)
Located in the 1899 restored hotel, the Annie Riggs Memorial Museum displays clothing, photographs, Indian artifacts, cowboy gear, household utensils and religious items.
Annie Riggs Memorial Museum
301 South Main Street
Fort Stockton, TX 79735-7209
United States
301 South Main Street
Fort Stockton, TX 79735-7209
United States
Phone 1 (432) 336-2167
Fax 1 (432) 336-7529
Hours
June 1 to August 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
September 1 to May 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Historic Fort Stockton
(In Fort Stockton, Texas)
This military post was established in 1858 and occupied until 1886. The fort contains 35 buildings, four of which are original structures.
Monahans, Texas
This area was inhabited by American Indians until the mid 1800's. The town was settled in the early 1880's with the arrival of the railroad.
Monahans - Monahans Sandhills State Park
(In Monahans, Texas)
Ozona - Crockett County Museum, Texas
Crockett County Museum displays antiques, Indian artifacts, historical items from Fort Lancaster as well as range equipment and household items from the time of settlers.
Crockett County Museum
408 11th Street
Ozona, TX 76943
United States
408 11th Street
Ozona, TX 76943
United States
Phone 1 (325) 392-2837
Fax 1 (325) 392-5654
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 15:00 |
Pecos, Texas
Pecos (pop. 11,500) maintains an old west atmosphere. It is often referred to as the town where rodeos began. Cowboy contests were held here in the 1880's and said to be the basis for the modern day sport.
Pecos - West of the Pecos Museum
(In Pecos, Texas)
Located in the Orient Hotel, the museum displays Western and Spanish memorabilia, among other items.
West of the Pecos Museum
Box 1784
Pecos, TX 79772-3100
United States
Box 1784
Pecos, TX 79772-3100
United States
Phone 1 (432) 445-5076
Fax 1 (432) 445-3149
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Stanton - Martin County Museum, Texas
The museum features displays on the history of the area including Indian artifacts, Catholic heritage, cowboy articles, pictures, and oil and railroad activities.
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