

National Ranching Heritage Center
History and Beauty
There is an indoor and outdoor display. History and Beauty in sculptures. Many homes and antiques to display. The staff is extremely thoughtful and helpful. This is a must see, it is free, but they accept donations to help with the upkeep.
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Featured Exhibit:
The History of Beef Cattle Breeds
While the culture that surrounds ranching has captured the hearts and minds of people from around the world, at its base ranching has always been about providing food and fiber - especially beef - for a growing population. Modern ranchers depend on specially developed genetics, production techniques and data to produce beef. The story of beef cattle breeds in the United States is an interesting one, cast with many characters. Production, grains, processing, technology and marketing have all driven the industry to where we are today – an industry that provides high-quality protein for millions of consumers around the world. This exhibit brings the timeline of the beef cattle industry to life, featuring the history of the industry, a unique collection of photographs, life-size models of cattle and interactive kiosks.

Join Jim Rymer
Be a NRHC Volunteer!
Jim Rymer has been a volunteer Ranch Host for 25 years. He especially likes to volunteer at the Matador Half Dugout and explain to visitors how early settlers on the southern Great Plains once called the dugout "home.”
Hours of Operation:
Historical Park:
Monday - Saturday: 10am to 4pm
Sunday: 1pm to 4pm
Gallery:
Monday - Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sunday: 1pm to 5pm
CLOSED ON TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HOLIDAYS
Address:
National Ranching Heritage CenterBox 43200
3121 4th St.
Lubbock, TX 79409-3200
ranchhc@ttu.edu
National Ranching Heritage Center
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Address
3121 Fourth St., Lubbock, Texas 79409 -
Phone
806.742.0498 -
Email
ranchhc@ttu.edu