In the heart of Lubbock, Texas, is the National Ranching Heritage Center at Texas Tech University. Founded by the Ranchers Heritage Association in 1969, the 27.5 acre park and museum was dedicated on July 2, 1976 to celebrate and preserve the history and heritage of ranching, pioneer settlers and homesteading, and the development and growth of the livestock industry in North America. Visitors to the Center can enjoy a walk through the Foy Proctor Park (named after famed local rancher) that celeb


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