Location: Lubbock
Top Things to do in Lubbock
What to do and see in Lubbock, Texas (TX): The Best Specialty Museums
The legacy of Buddy Holly lives on in his birthplace of Lubbock, where a museum, a walk of fame and an annual music festival honor musicians hailing from the area. Its museums shed light on the agricultural and military history of the region. Lubbock's many parks, golf courses and wineries provide a relaxing break from it all. Add to all of this a hopping nightlife and Lubbock truly is the "Hub City" of activity in the South Plains area.
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1. Silent Wings Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 228 reviews
This museum tells the story of gliders that were used during World War II.
Reviewed By 747Tracy - Waverly, United States
I had no idea what a glider plane was until I visited the Silent Wings Museum. What a neat part of history to learn about! There was a LOT to read- I did not read it all, but I did stop and read some very interesting stories. The bicycle story, the blood chits, the opportunity to look in a full size glider- the rope! I loved it. I could not get over the low cost to get into the museum- a discount was applied since we did go to the Buddy Holly museum prior to this museum. Thank you for this opportunity to come to this well laid out museum and breathtaking room that opened up to a real glider and planes.
2. The Buddy Holly Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 549 reviews
Hours of operation:Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 1pm - 5pm, closed on Mondays.
Reviewed By 913TonyV - Manchester, United Kingdom
I have always been a huge fan of Buddy Holly so when my wife and I had the opportunity to visit Texas this was No/1 on my bucket list. The venue is faily small but intimate enough to allow you to browse peacefully among the many artifacts on show. From focusing on his early childhood and progressing through his life as a Son, Brother, Band mate, Husband and iconic musical artist. Buddy's famouse Fender Stratocaster electric guitar and his Gibson acoustic guitar are there with photos showing him practising backstage at the Electric Park ballroom in Waterloo Iowa. Part of the guided tour includes the small house next door to the centre which is owned by Buddy Holly's drummer (Jerry Allinson) his actual drum kit is on display and Jerry still visits the house to this day. For music lovers and those of us who were around during Buddy's short life on this earth, this is a MUST VENUE TO VISIT. I Highly recommend it as there is so much more to see which I sadly havn't room for on this occasion.
3. American Wind Power Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 202 reviews
Largest windmill museum in the United States.
Reviewed By WildcardsNTX - Frisco, United States
Great history lessons. Very interesting museum. Take your time to walk through, read and ask questions. A lot to see to allow plenty of time.
4. Science Spectrum Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 269 reviews
Reviewed By PineappleGhost07
Just as fun when I was a kid. My kids throughly enjoyed all 3 floors! The movie in the omni max was awesome!! The only downside it had at all was the broken experinents.
5. Museum of Texas Tech University
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By 566cynthiaa - Baton Rouge, United States
A very nice selection of Texas art and many full scale replicas of the dinosaurs and ancient animals that roamed this area of Texas millions of years ago. Nice gift shop too.
6. FiberMax Center for Discovery- Agriculture Heritage, Education, and Innovation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Since completing a large expansion in 2014, our museum focuses on both the history of farming and the science and technology of modern agriculture. Want to learn about cotton? Exhibits take you from early hand harvesting to putting you behind the wheel of a modern cotton stripper in the Cotton Harvest Experience. You can also meet a hologram blacksmith in our shop, or talk to a farmer in the FiberMax exhibit. Bring back memories as you walk through the antique tractors or swap stories with one of our volunteers. With a huge collection of antiques and machinery complimented by interactive kiosks with videos and games, there is something for everyone at the FiberMax Center for Discovery. Plains Cotton Growers Conference Center available for rentals.
Reviewed By RobertSuzanne - Tucson, United States
The museum preserves the history of and tells the story of American agriculture. There are antique horse drawn implements all the way to the tech-Savvy, computer GPS, driven tractors of today. There are many fun and informative videos and holograms of people relating their agricultural stories throughout the years. There are all types of tractors, tools, ranch equipment, displays of crops such as cotton and wheat and so much more. Don't forget to milk the cow or ride in the cotton picker simulator. A lot of equipment outside to see as well. We were there at least 2 hours and will definitely return.
7. Play Street Museum
Play Street is an interactive children's museum created to inspire imaginations through dramatic play and encourage exploration through educational activities that have been thoughtfully curated specifically for kids 8 and under.
