Harvey House Bed & Breakfast

Harvey House Bed & BreakfastHH 04
400 Railroad Ave | 806.828.5900
www.harveyhouseofslatontx.com
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Enjoy a tour of Slaton’s beautifully restored Harvey House.   This historic Texas landmark serves as a Bed & Breakfast and Event Center.  Built in the 1920s, the Harvey House and its waitresses were held to high standards at a time when Harvey Houses were the only places where rail passengers could get a good meal.

Call ahead and reserve one of their 4 spacious rooms or book the event center for reunions, weddings, meetings, parties and more!  In-house event planning, floral, and catering are available.

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Multiplicity Art Gallery and Jennifer Greer Gallery

Multiplicity Art Gallery and Jennifer Greer Gallery
157/159 So. 9th St. | 281.507.5062 for appointment
multiplicityartgallery.com

Artist owned and artist friendly, these galleries showcase an ever-changing unique collection of artwork by the owners and local and Lubbock artists.  Always featured are unique works in clay, jewelry, fused glass, oils, 2-D and 3-D mixed media, wood sculpture, mosaics, watercolors, drawings, and handmade cards. Call ahead for an appointment to add to your collection or to get a gift for that special someone! You will find that they have something for everyone’s pocketbook!

Slaton Bakery

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109 South 9th Street | 806.828.3253
www.theslatonbakery.com

While in Slaton, you must stop by the historic Slaton Bakery and sample some of their famous thumb print cookies, vanilla waters and more! Join the people from all over the country who make it point to stop by and sign the guest registry.  Located on the downtown square, and open Tuesday through Saturday from 6am to 6pm, the Slaton Bakery is one of the oldest and most respected bakeries in the State.  It has been in continuous operation since 1923.

 

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Klemke’s Sausage Haus

Klemke’s Sausage Haus
255 W. Garza | 806.828.5394
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Home of the best sausage and jerky in West Texas, Klemke’s Sausage Haus invites you to stop by and check out their unique atmosphere!  Located just around the corner from the Slaton Bakery, Klemke’s is open Monday through Friday from 8-5 and Saturday 9-1.  Besides their delicious jerky, Klemke’s offers other delectable meats and more!  And you might find an unexpected treasure at the Antique Shop located inside.

Slaton Model Railroad Studio

Slaton Model Railroad Studio
Bob Mamlock | 806
on the Slaton Square

Travel across the South Plains by train in this miniature re-creation of the tracks as they pass through the small towns of this area.  Much care has been given to the accuracy of the details, both of the trains and of the small towns. Still a work in progress, you will find Bob working there on Wednesdays and Saturdays and during the 5th Friday Slaton Event. Model railroaders and visitors alike will appreciate the quality and accuracy of this exhibit.

Water Space South Art Gallery

Water Space South Art Gallery
Sara Waters, artist and retired Texas Tech Professor in Art, lives and works in this historic building on the southwest corner of the Slaton downtown square.  Open by appointment and during the 5th Friday Slaton event, the gallery serves as an inspiration to both her students and the local artists community.

V2 Art Gallery

V2 Art Gallery
 
Von Venhuizen, Texas Tech Associate Professor in Ceramics, opens his gallery at the 5th Friday Slaton Events. Von is an established artist in the area of ceramics and kiln building. He has been in over 35 invitational, juried national and international exhibitions since 2002. His work is a combination of molded and wheel thrown pieces referencing industrial items.

In-Between Art Gallery

In-Between Art Gallery
 
Open at the 5th Friday Slaton Events, this refurbished art space shows primarily works from the Texas Tech Art Department’s students.  Available for lease, this charming loft-like artist work and living space is perfect for the artist who wants to create, exhibit, and live in a small town on the downtown square.  Contact Skip Crawford for lease information.

Mercy Retreat Center

Mercy Retreat Center
625 So. 19th St. | 806.828.6428
mercyrc.com

Built in 1929 as the most modern hospital in Lubbock county, Mercy Hospital became Mercy Retreat Center in 1980. Operated now as a retreat center for local church groups and a gathering place for events such as family reunions, weddings, and travelers. It retains the charm of the past in its guest rooms and event spaces. Call ahead for a tour or to book a reservation for an event or a short stay.

Slaton Municipal Airport and Texas Air Museum

Slaton Municipal Airport and Texas Air Museum
12106 FM 400 | 806.828.5892 and 806.828.4664 group tours
texasairmuseum.org

Located on the NE corner of the Slaton Municipal Airport,  the Texas Air Museum, Caprock Chapter, is open most Saturdays. Proud of their collection of antique aircraft, volunteers educate and delight with their stories from the past.  Hopefully you will be able to attend their bi-annual Air Show which brings thousands of people to watch these old planes in action, eat, and play in June of 2015. To schedule a group tour, call 806.828.4664 several weeks in advance.

Town Square Antique Mall and Slaton Museum

Town Square Antique Mall and Slaton Museum 
115 W. Lubbock St. | 806.828.3338
townsquareantiquemallslatontx.com

As its name signifies, the Town Square Antique Mall is a landmark on the downtown Slaton Square. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 – 5, the antique mall and museum offer a glimpse into the past. Overflowing with unique and wonderful one-of-a-kind objects that are sure to delight  the entire family!  While there, don’t leave without experiencing a bit of Slaton’s history at the adjoining Slaton Museum and travel back to a simpler time.