The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences
Dedicated to the pioneering singer, who hailed from Lubbock, the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences in the city’s cultural district began the area’s revitalization efforts. The venue includes two world-class theaters where aspiring artists and renowned musicians come to perform. You can grab a bite in its bistro and enjoy performances from Lubbock’s ballet troupe and orchestra.
American Wind Power Center and Museum
As you approach the city of Lubbock, you’ll notice miles of enormous wind turbines generating energy via their gigantic blades. Learn more about the history and evolution of windmills with a visit to the American Windmill Museum. You’ll discover fascinating facts on the power of modern windmills, as well as the useful traits of historic grain-grinding and water-pumping mills.
Prairie Dog Town
Just north of the city of Lubbock, the Mackenzie Recreational Area is a 542-acre park offering a variety of recreational activities. One highlight of the park is Prairie Dog Town, where you can watch from afar as black-tailed prairie dogs (ground squirrels) pop in and out of hundreds of burrows. Watch the show from a viewing pavilion that overlooks the field where they live.