Museum of Texas Tech University

The Museum of Texas Tech University is a university museum in Lubbock featuring multiple galleries with permanent and temporary exhibits on anthropology, history, paleontology, and natural sciences. The building includes specialized divisions for paleontology research and dinosaur exhibitions, which work closely with the International Cultural Center.

The museum was founded in 1929 and evolved into a center that manages research programs, including studies at Lubbock Lake Landmark, a major archaeological excavation site in the region. This connection to archaeological research has shaped the collection and focus of the institution over the decades.

The galleries regularly present temporary exhibitions from across the country, giving local artists and community members opportunities to display their creations alongside national collections.

The museum is located on 4th Street and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday from 1 PM to 5 PM, with no admission charge. Visitors may want to check ahead about which galleries are featuring special exhibitions, as the offerings change regularly.

The museum manages not only exhibitions in the building but also conducts field research at the Lubbock Lake Landmark archaeological site, where visitors can see the practical side of archaeology in action. This integration of museum work and active excavation location makes it more than just a display venue.

Location: Lubbock

Inception: 1929

Website: https://depts.ttu.edu/museumttu

GPS coordinates: 33.59028,-101.88598

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:04