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Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument

For thousands of years, people came to the red bluffs above the Canadian River. They came for flint, vital to their existence. Prehistoric people needed good raw material for tools and weapons and Alibates Flint was some of the finest. Demand for the high quality, rainbow-hued flint is reflected in the distribution of Alibates Flint throughout the Great Plains and beyond. Today, this area is protected by the National Park Service and is the only National Monument in Texas. The monument can only be viewed by ranger-led guided tours. Tours are by reservation only. Please give park staff ample time to schedule a tour, a few days in advance is best. 30 miles north of Amarillo on Texas 136. 806/857-3151. www.nps.gov/alfl.

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Fritch, Texas
806/857-3151

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Landmark Museum

Displays early settlers' artifacts, old newspapers, farm implements and quilts. Housed in former Santa Fe depot. Antique rail car on grounds. Also Lyles House, a restored "matchbox-style" home; exterior views only. Museum open first Sat. each month 10 a.m.–3 p.m. In Heritage Park, Museum Plaza & State sts. 972/205-2996.

City: Garland
Region: Prairies and Lakes

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