Perryton, city in and county seat of Ochiltree County, Texas, United States
Perryton is a small city in the northern part of Ochiltree County situated along U.S. Highway 83, serving as the county seat. The city features wide streets and simple functional buildings surrounded by flat farmland that extends to the horizon.
Perryton was founded in 1919 and named after George M. Perry, who was involved in a railroad project that ultimately failed. The town grew rapidly as settlers from neighboring areas relocated here, developing from a railroad stop into a regional center for agriculture and later for oil and gas production.
Perryton takes its name from George M. Perry, an early regional leader, and reflects the work ethic shaped by first settlers who arrived from nearby towns. The annual Ochiltree County Fair continues to showcase local farming traditions and the strong sense of community that has defined this place since its founding.
Visitors should know that the city is easiest to reach via U.S. Highway 83 and that the Museum of the Plains is a good starting point to understand local history. The flat terrain makes the city easy to explore, and a walk through downtown offers a good overview of architecture and local businesses.
A notable discovery near the city is the so-called Buried City, an ancient settlement with pueblos found about 18 miles southeast of Perryton. Archaeologists began excavating the site in 1919, uncovering evidence of civilizations that inhabited the land long before European settlers arrived.
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