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From its beginnings in 1921, Greater St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church has been a spiritual and social center in Lubbock. Organized by Rev. Wiley and originally known as Caldonia Baptist Church, the congregation first met in the neighborhood’s Masonic Lodge at 16th Street and Avenue A. Worshippers purchased a lot at 1802 Avenue A in
After Indians and buffalo were removed in 1870s, several hundred cattlemen with small herds came to rolling plains near site of later Lubbock, to graze free range. Vital natural water sources were found east of the Caprock, where springs and streams were fed from the Ogallala Formation of the High Plains. Here, with good years
Sixteen charter members formally organized the First Christian Church of Lubbock in the summer of 1901. For many years, members met in various homes, public buildings and other area churches. In Aug. 1908, the church announced construction of a building of its own, a 40-by-50-foot frame building at 16th street and Avenue J. In June
In 1901, W.G. Murray, John H. Pettit, and the J.G. Hardy family purchased land in this area. These early farming families started a local school, built with lumber hauled from the nearest railhead at Canyon City. In 1903, Hale and Lubbock county commissioners officially established the school district. Murray donated a five-acre tract to Lubbock
George Herman Mahon (1900-1985) was born in Claiborne Parish, Louisiana, to John Kirkpatrick and Lola Willis (Brown) Mahon. In 1908, the family moved to Loraine (Mitchell County), Texas where George grew up on a cotton farm and graduated from Loraine High School. He attended Simmons college (now Hardin-Simmons University) in Abilene and married his high
WELCOME TO RESIDENCE INN LUBBOCK-UNIVERSITY AREA Located less than one mile from Texas Tech University, the Residence Inn Lubbock North is only a 7 minute walk to the Jones AT&T Stadium. We feature spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, including full-size refrigerators, dishwashers, and stove tops. Hang out in our lobby and socialize at our bar. Just
An upscale cocktail parlor, Bodine’s is one of the newest additions to the Depot District. Its sophisticated ambiance, outdoor patio and live music make for a polished but relaxed experience.
Shotgun Sue’s is an Old-West inspired saloon that transports you back in time with their delicious cocktails and unique environment. Make a trip to the Depot District on your next visit.
Shallowater Mobile Home & RV Park is a safe, quiet, clean, friendly community to live short term or a lifetime. Family-owned and operated. We rent spaces that will accommodate any size 5th wheel, motorhome, or travel trailer. Whether you are just passing through the area needing a single-night RV site, or plan to make our
