Plains Historical Museum displays a fascinating exhibit of artifacts recovered at Red River War excavation site in nearby Hutchinson County. The site is a Texas State Archeological Landmark and is on the National Register of Historic Places. This exhibit will examine the archeological process and how it has assisted with interpreting and understanding the information available from historical records. This summer marks the 125th anniversary of the 1874 battle that ended a centuries old native american way of life. Longhorn, and Hands on Discovery Center.
Some cooks come from as far away as Hawaii.
Along with the sampling of chili there will be live bands for entertainment and dancing. There will be a spot set aside for campers, motorhomes and RV's, but no hookups. The chili will be turned in at high noon on Saturday with chili sampling commencing soon thereafter. Live in the Chihuahuan Desert with skills taught by naturalist in this 3-day survival school. You learn about locating water, using native plants, making shelter, signaling, starting fires and cooking, making tools and primitive weapons.