Permian Basin Petroleum Museum

The Permian Basin Petroleum Museum is a facility in Midland dedicated to the history and technology of oil and gas extraction. It features indoor galleries with technical artifacts and an outdoor area displaying original drilling equipment and production machinery.

The museum was founded in 1975 to document the oil industry's growth rooted in millions of years of geological formation. It traces how the discovery of petroleum reserves in this area sparked regional settlement and economic expansion.

The museum reflects how the oil industry shaped the growth and identity of this region over decades. Visitors can see how the work of local pioneers and engineers transformed the area into a major industrial center.

The museum sits in an easily accessible location with parking and is suitable for visitors of all ages. Plan several hours to fully explore both the indoor galleries and the outdoor machinery displays.

A notable feature is an immersive walkthrough simulation of an ancient marine environment showing the geological conditions that created oil deposits. This interactive element helps visitors understand what occurred underground before modern extraction began.

Location: Midland

Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-17:00; Sunday 14:00-17:00

Phone: +14326834403

Website: https://petroleummuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 31.97247,-102.08537

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:25