Historical Markers in
Randall County, Texas

Amarillo Globe Dream House Buffalo Courts C. Stuart Johnston C.R. Burrow House Canyon Fire Department City of Canyon Civil War Veterans Reunion Clyde & Grace Warwick Col. John I. Gregg 1872 Battle Site Company F, 2nd Battalion, 142nd Infantry, 36th Division, Texas National Guard Dreamland Cemetery First Baptist Church First Methodist Church of Canyon First National Bank First National Bank Building Francisco Vasquez de Coronado on the Texas Plains Georgia O'Keeffe in Canyon Homesite of W. F. Heller, Pioneer Farmer L. T. Lester Home Llano Cemetery Los Ciboleros (New Mexican Buffalo Hunters) Mary E. Hudspeth House Neblett Hospital and Clinic Palisades State Park Concession Building Panhandle-Plains Museum Presbyterian Church Building Randall County Randall County Randall County Courthouse Randall County World War I Memorial Randall County World War II Memorial Randall County World War II Memorial Sam Wood Cabin Shaw-Keiser House Shirley House Site of an Early Barbed Wire Fence in the Panhandle Site of Conner Dugout Site of Old Happy Site of Wagon Yard Smith Building (Palace Hotel) St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery T Anchor Ranch T-Anchor Ranch Headquarters Tecovas Springs Tex Randall The Battle of Palo Duro Canyon The Canyon News The CCC in Palo Duro Canyon State Park The Charles Goodnight Memorial Trail The Little House of Fellowship The Old JA Ranch Umbarger West Texas State University
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Randall County is located in the Texas Panhandle and has a rich history dating back to the early 1870s. The county was officially established on July 10, 1876, and was named in honor of Horace Randal, a Confederate brigadier general during the American Civil War. The region was originally inhabited by Native American tribes such as the Apache, Comanche, and Kiowa.

The settlement of Randall County began with the arrival of ranchers in the late 1870s, who found the area ideal for cattle grazing due to its vast grasslands and access to water sources such as the Canadian River. In the early years, the county experienced growth through the establishment of ranches and small communities. The discovery of oil in the early 1900s brought further economic opportunities to the area.

During the early 20th century, the county's population grew steadily, and agriculture became a major industry. Cotton, wheat, and other crops were cultivated throughout the region, with a focus on dryland farming techniques. The county's agricultural success was bolstered by the development of irrigation systems and improved transportation infrastructure, such as the arrival of railroads.

In the mid-20th century, Randall County experienced significant growth and development. The city of Amarillo, which is partially located within the county, became a hub for business, commerce, and industry in the region. The county's economy diversified, with the growth of manufacturing, healthcare, and service industries. Today, Randall County continues to thrive as a center of economic activity and a vibrant community with a rich and storied history.

This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Randall County, Texas.

  • 1876 - Randall County was established by the Texas legislature.
  • 1880 - The county's first courthouse was built in the town of Henrietta.
  • 1889 - Canyon City became the county seat and a new courthouse was constructed.
  • 1899 - West Texas State Normal College (now West Texas A&M University) was established in Canyon.
  • 1910 - The county's population reached over 8,000 residents.
  • 1928 - The current Randall County Courthouse was built in downtown Canyon.
  • 1954 - Palo Duro State Park was created, covering a large area in the county.
  • 1984 - The Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum in Canyon became the largest history museum in Texas.
  • 2000 - The population of Randall County surpassed 100,000 residents.
  • 2019 - The county experienced rapid growth, becoming one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas.