Wells Fargo Building

The Wells Fargo Building is a modern high-rise of glass and steel with 15 floors located on Broadway Street in Lubbock. Its rectangular shape and clean lines define the downtown skyline and contain office and professional spaces throughout.

The building was constructed in 1968 during a period of economic growth in West Texas when Lubbock was modernizing rapidly. It became the second tallest structure in the city and marked a turning point in the region's shift from agricultural center to modern business hub.

The building shaped how the downtown area looks and reflects the growing importance of financial services to the city. Passersby see in its modern glass exterior a symbol of the shift from agricultural roots to urban business center.

The building sits centrally in downtown and is easy to reach on foot from other important city locations. Keep in mind that most areas are under control during business hours and access may vary depending on the time of day.

The basement contains one of the largest nuclear fallout shelters in Texas, built as a Cold War precaution during construction. This hidden space shows how fears of atomic threats influenced city building decisions of that era.

Location: Lubbock

Inception: 1968

Elevators: 4

GPS coordinates: 33.58500,-101.85200

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:26