Buddy Holly Center, Lubbock

This is a must see for anyone swinging through town. Dedicated to the life and music of Buddy Holly, items in the center's permanent display include Buddy's Fender Stratocaster and glasses. They have a great film on Buddy that you can watch, and they have other exhibitions as well. Check out the center's website to see what special events they have in the works.

The Buddy Holly Center
The Ranching Heritage Center
The Museum at Texas Tech
Texas Tech University
Llano Estacado Winery
The Depot District
The Science Spectrum & Omnimax Theater
Buddy Holly Center- A world class museum containing personal posessions of the famous entertainer. It is also dedicated to all West Texas musicians who have contributed so much to all types of music that we enjoy today. The Center also houses the Lubbock Art Alliance and features many types of art on exhibit.

Ranching Heritage Center- A unique collection of authentic buildings and dwellings from the 1800's to early 1900's which have been restored and preserved. At times, volunteers dress in period garb and give tours. Christmas is the best time to see this!

Museum at Texas Tech- Many types of art on exhibit, from dinosaurs to bronze sculpture.

Texas Tech University- A beuatiful campus built in the Spanish Rennaisance architectural style. Home of the Texas Tech Red Raiders & Lady Raiders!

Llano Esticado Windery- Internationally award winning wines. Tours and tastings available.

The Depot District- Many quaint shops, theaters and pubs make it a pleasant place to visit, shop and dine.

Science Spectrum & Omnimax Theater- Interesting hands-on science exhibits which change frequently. Omnimax theater has a huge domed screen that takes you into the action!

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First off, I need to admit I was not a big buddy holly fan however I was pleasantly surprised with the Buddy Holly Center. Admission is $5 per adult and a visit will take at least 45 minutes.

The staff working here were very welcoming and the exhibit was really interesting. In addition to the general exhibit, there is also a film about Buddy Holly and a separate exhibition on the tragic plane crash which ended the life of Buddy holly.