Founders of the organization sought to address the loss of historically significant ranch structures to time and the elements. Chartered as a Texas non-profit corporation in 1969, the Association’s stated purpose was to preserve the physical, social and cultural aspects of ranching and to perpetuate the traditions intrinsic values and history of one of our nation’s most important industries.
Historical Firearms – Visit with our Curator
The Guns that Won the West exhibit features 22 firearms that played a significant role in the shaping of
Chuckwagons!
Chuckwagons will be conducting cooking demonstrations throughout our park and Author Natalie Bright will be at the NRHC signing copies
National Day of the Cowboy
National Day of the Cowboy on the fourth Saturday in July recognizes the stoic, hardworking symbol of the American West.
Hank the Cowdog Concert
John R. Erickson has written and published 75 books and more than 600 articles, and is best known as the author
Frontier Fashion Show!
Our Ranch Hosts will walk the runway to demonstrate fashions of the frontier!
Brice Chapman – Trick Roper
It was at an early age of 5 that Brice Chapman began to develop a unique talent with a rope. Rarely
Meet the Masked Rider!
Texas Tech Univeristy’s Masked Rider and her horse will be at the NRHC from 10am to 11am. Stop by to
Birds of Prey at the National Ranching Heritage Center!
The South Plains Wildlife Rehabilitation Center will bring birds of prey to the NRHC. Stop by to see these beautiful
