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pioneermuseumofnorthwesttexas.org 
The history of the state of Texas is fascinating and well covered in books written by many authors. Its history is
unique because Texas was a republic, a country of its own for nine years. The struggles for independence, the
Alamo and San Jacinto have been well covered in history books and text books for students. However, not
covered as well are the development and settling of Northwest Texas. Many accounts need to be told of the
great sacrifice of all the early surveyors, soldiers, guides, pathfinders and finally settlers who ventured into the
western and northwestern sections of the state. The taming and settling of this area seemed unsurmountable
in the 1860’s and 1870’s but by 1900 the area resembled places back east that had been settled for one
hundred years.
The Pioneer Museum of Northwest Texas seeks to tell the story of all the people who first came to the area. They sought out trails and roads, took part in the greatest animal hunt in history, and scouted and explored this
great area with no protection from the horrible weather conditions that could change so quickly. The museum
will tell of the great struggle between the native tribes and those moving in to seek a better life.
We also seek to help visitors understand how quickly the area grew in population from 1880 to 1910 and the
importance of its commerce and contribution to the United States in food, fiber and services. The Pioneers
built roads, railroads, towns, schools, and churches. The population exploded until the great depression of
the 1930’s and still produces food and products to support many times the number of its own people.
Interesting exhibits and artifacts in this museum will tell their stories. We plan to share and enjoy exhibits
from other museums of the general area.
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