Buddy Holly Center – Lubbock, Texas

Relive Rock and Roll History at the Buddy Holly Center in Lubbock. Those who are visiting Lubbock, Texas or are just passing through will want to stop by one of the most beloved attractions in the city, the Buddy Holly Center. Everything that you ever wanted to know about the life and times of one of the most influential musicians in the past century is available at the Center. You are sure to have a great time exploring the wonderful music of Buddy Holly and the Crickets.

Born in Lubbock in 1936, Buddy Holly grew up to become a very influential musician. Along with his band The Crickets, he created such timeless classics, as “That’ll be the Day” and “Peggy Sue.” In February of 1959, along with Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper, Buddy Holly died in a plane crash.

At the museum, you will find The Buddy Holly Gallery, which is shaped like a guitar. The Gallery has a permanent collection that explores all aspects of Buddy Holly’s life. Some of the artifacts are owned by the City of Lubbock, while others are on loan from other museums and private owners.

A few of the standout items in the collection include Buddy Holly’s guitar, a Fender Stratocaster, a songbook that he and the Crickets used, photos, contracts, stage clothing, report cards, homework assignments, fan letters, and even a pair of Buddy Holly’s glasses. In addition, you can see Holly’s personal record collection and tour itineraries, as well as many other items from his life.

The Fine Arts Gallery at the Buddy Holly Center has more than 2,500 square feet of gallery space that features constantly rotating and changing exhibits. Some of the popular exhibits from the gallery include a showing of work dedicated to Dio de Los Muertos, the Mexican Day of the Dead. There are new exhibits coming up all the time, so you should always be sure to check out the gallery when you are at the museum.

The Texas Musician Hall of Fame also features changing exhibits that are always interesting. “Postcards to Buddy,” the current exhibit asks fans to send in cards to honor Buddy Holly. A future exhibit is called “The Last Tour,” which will feature items and information about the day Buddy Holly and the others died.

The Center is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10AM to 5PM and on Sunday from 1PM to 5PM. It is closed on Monday. Admission for adults is $5, seniors pay $3, and children 7 – 17 are $2. Kids 6 and under are free.

Those who are visiting Lubbock, or are just passing through will want to stop by one of the most beloved attractions in the city, the Buddy Holly Center.

Buddy Holly Center
1801 Crickets Avenue
Lubbock, TX  79401
806-775-3560.

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