For enrichment activities outside of the classroom, students and their families will find a variety of community resources to enjoy.
Imagine yourself standing where an ancient civilization once lived, surrounded by colorful flint that was used to make weapons and tools. Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument offers tours year-round by reservation only.
https://www.nps.gov/alfl/
(806) 857-3151
The Mission of the Amarillo Art Institute is to provide educational enrichment and appreciation of the visual arts.
https://amarilloartinstitute.org/
3701 Plains Blvd. #117, Amarillo, TX 79102 Phone: 806-354-8802
The purpose of the Amarillo Museum of Art (AMoA) is to provide quality visual arts programming to the residents of the Texas Panhandle, eastern New Mexico, and western Oklahoma through collections, temporary exhibitions representing a variety of media and periods, educational programming, preservation and research. Community programs are available.
https://www.amarilloart.org/
Location: Amarillo College Campus 220 S. Van Buren Street, Amarillo, TX Phone: 806-371-5050
Features a tropical conservatory that showcases a flourishing indoor collection of exotic plants. Open year-round, the conservatory creates a spectacular backdrop to the surrounding four acres of seasonal landscape. Explore the diverse natural beauty of numerous outdoor-themed plantings which include Japanese, fragrance, xeric, and butterfly gardens.
https://www.amarillobotanicalgardens.org/
1400 Streit Drive, Amarillo, TX 79106 Phone: 806-352-6513
Enjoy the entertainment and talent represented in the Amarillo Little Theater productions. Please check for age-appropriate performances. Ages 5-adult can also participate in dance and acting lessons offered through the Amarillo Little Theater Academy.
https://www.amarillolittletheatre.org/
Location: 2019 Civic Circle Amarillo, Texas 79109 Phone: 806-355-9991
Area opera events and outreach programs.
https://www.amarilloopera.org/
806-372-SING
Located on the former Amarillo Airforce Base. The train room is filled with a permanent layout illustrating the railroads of the Texas Panhandle. Open the second and fourth Saturdays of the month 10 am – 3 pm or call for an appointment.
www.amarillorailmuseum.com
Location: 13000 E US Highway 60, Amarillo
Phone: (806) 335-3333
The Amarillo Symphony is an excellent musical experience for all ages.
https://www.amarillosymphony.org/
Phone: (806) 376-8782
American Quarter Horse Association Website
2601 East I-40, Amarillo, Texas 79104
Phone: 806-376-5181
The purpose of the Carson County Square House Museum is to provide the highest possible level of museum experience through the collection, care, exhibition, interpretation, and demonstration of items that illustrate the history, natural history, and art of the Texas Panhandle.
Carson County Square House Museum/
Located at the intersection of TX Hwy. 207 (Elsie Street) and Fifth Street in Panhandle
P.O. Box 276, Panhandle, TX 79068 (806) 537-352
Email shm@squarehousemuseum.org
Interactive science and technology exhibits, digital planetariums, and programs that actively engage children, adolescents, and their families. Bring your mind out to play!
https://discoverycenteramarillo.org/
1200 Streit Drive, Amarillo, TX 79106 Phone: 806-355-9547
Elkins Ranch
Join the ranch staff for a taste of the ol’ time west at Elkins Ranch. They offer Jeep tours of Palo Duro Canyon, chuckwagon breakfast, chuckwagon supper, and live entertainment.
https://www.theelkinsranch.com/
Location: 11301 East State Hwy. 217 Canyon, TX 79015
Phone: (806) 488-2100 Fax: (806) 488-2104
http://www.texasairandspacemuseum.org/
Celebrating and preserving the Heritage of Aviation, English Field offers the visitor a unique glimpse of our aerospace past. On display is the only Mars Lander on Earth. This craft is one of three in existence. – The other two are on the surface of Mars!
2014 English Road Amarillo, TX 79108-7513 806-335-1812
The museum exhibits offer a glimpse into the cultures of the people of the Pueblos and Plains. Attend a native dance pageant during the winter and summer seasons. Visit the website for more information about scheduled presentations and events.
https://www.kwahadi.com/
Location: 9151 I-40 East Amarillo, Texas 79120 Phone 806-335-3175
Enjoy the rich history of ranching at this unique center. Podcasts and virtual tours are also available at their Website.
https://www.depts.ttu.edu/ranchhc/
Location: 3121 4th Street Lubbock, Texas 79409 Phone: (806) 742-0498
Palo Duro Canyon State Park is a myriad of recreational opportunities, rich history, and colorful geology.
website: Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Contact: Palo Duro Canyon State Park 11450 Park Road 5 Canyon, Texas 79015 (806) 488-2227
Enjoy excellent exhibits showcasing the Texas Panhandle area. Check it out! It’s great!
https://panhandleplains.org/
Location: 2503 4th Avenue Canyon, Texas 79015 Phone: 806-651-2244
4-H is available to all boys and girls in the 3rd through 12th grades, from urban, suburban, and rural areas. First, an adult leader brings together youth that have common interests. Second, the youth choose one or more projects. Projects are chosen from among 100 project areas offered, or if you don’t see the one you like, you can create your own project. Third, the group enrolls as a club, and fourth meets together to learn and have FUN. Clubs are able to explore 4-H activities, events, and trips. In 4-H there are events happening all year round.
4-H & Youth Development
For more information contact:
Kristy Synatschk
200 N. Brown Rd. – Canyon, TX 79015
806-468-5543 (office)
Over 250 hands-on interactive science exhibits, giant domed screen OMNI Theater and daily live science shows
https://www.sciencespectrum.org/
2579 S. Loop 289 • Lubbock, TX 79423 • 806.745.2525
IN THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY SHOW, set against an authentic tapestry of history, the show’s fictional characters bring to life the stories, struggles and triumphs of the settlers of the Texas Panhandle in the 1800s. Song and dance abound-and a generous helping of good ol’ Texas humor too-with spellbinding lighting, special effects and fireworks.
https://www.texas-show.com/
806655-2181
More than 600 acres of rolling grasslands are threaded with nature trails offering a sense of isolation and tranquility. Discover delicate wildflowers amidst knee-high grasses, huge cottonwoods, and a magnificent bluff.
https://www.wildcatbluff.org/
Location: 2301 North Soncy Road Amarillo, Texas 79124 Phone: 806-352-6007