Headquarters, American Angora Goat Breeders' Assn.
Historical marker location:
Rocksprings, Texas
( on Austin Street one block west of courthouse square, Rocksprings)
Marker installed: 1965
Marker size: Medallion and Plate
Formed in Missouri, 1898. Moved to Texas, 1924; to Rocksprings, 1926. Houses complete records on Angora Goats registered in U.S. Pictures of breeders and champion goats on display.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1965
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In the late 19th century, Texas became known for its cattle drives, in which cowboys would move herds of cattle from Texas to railheads in Kansas and other northern states. The cattle drives were dangerous and difficult work, but they played a key role in the development of the American cattle industry.