Lubbock
The Texas you've always dreamed of...
Heritage Trail: Plains
County: Lubbock
Region: Panhandle Plains
Today Lubbock is a thriving, bustling city of over 218,000 people, but 200 years ago, the area was covered with tall grasses and roaming buffalo. The region was first discovered and named the Llano Estacado in 1540 by the infamous Spanish explorer Coronado on his quest for the "City of Gold."
Lubbock began as two smaller towns until 1890 when "Old Lubbock" and "Monterey" joined together, on a new site, to establish a town consisting of 50 people. This new town, named after Tom S. Lubbock, a Confederate officer, Texas Ranger, and signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence, became the county seat less than a year after being established and officially became a city in 1909. That same year, Lubbock residents saw for the first time dark pillars of billowing smoke on the horizon as the first train pulled into Lubbock from Plainview.
Lubbock began as two smaller towns until 1890 when "Old Lubbock" and "Monterey" joined together, on a new site, to establish a town consisting of 50 people. This new town, named after Tom S. Lubbock, a Confederate officer, Texas Ranger, and signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence, became the county seat less than a year after being established and officially became a city in 1909. That same year, Lubbock residents saw for the first time dark pillars of billowing smoke on the horizon as the first train pulled into Lubbock from Plainview.
Lubbock Points of Interest
For the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra, power, passion and perfection are more than words. They are the essence of the Orchestra is. They define the Orchestra’s purpose and inspire their performance, wh....
Savor the flavor at one of Lubbock’s wineries. The beautiful architecture makes Cap Rock a favorite place for special events and gatherings. Tour the winery and sample the flavorful wines in an eleg....
The Depot Entertainment District is the dynamic heart and entertainment center of Lubbock’s reemerging downtown scene. The Depot is the heartbeat of Lubbock’s nightlife. You can find a wide array ....
Each Fall, James and Patti Simpson of At’l Do Farms transform their 12-acre corn field into an “Amazing Maize.” By day or by night, this is an adventure to challenge your wits. See if you can fi....
Where Is Lubbock, Texas ?
Lubbock Convention and Visitors Bureau
1500 Broadway 6th floor
Lubbock, Texas 79401
806-747-5232
