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GE TAWAY
FridayWICHITA FALLS
Saturday
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I?1 P.M.
On Brand
Begin a trip to Wichita Falls with
North Texas barbecue at The
Branding Iron, a 43-year institu-
tion with a rustic vibe and cafe-
teria line. Then, head downtown
to visit the city's noteworthy and
quirky attractions. At the Mu-
seum of North Texas History,
you'll learn about the Wichita
Falls Motor Company-created
in 1911-which built heavy duty
"Wichita" trucks and was Texas'
most successful motor vehicle
manufacturer until it shuttered
in 1932. Explore Heritage Hall, a
Western exhibit with a 500-hat
collection, including one signed
by race car driver Lloyd Ruby.
Take pictures of the World's Lit-
tlest Skyscraper, a 40-foot-tall
building built as a scam during
the oil boom. Then grab a snack
at The Yard food truck park be-
fore going to "Big Blue," a blue
building that's home to the Pro-
fessional Wrestling Hall of Fame
and Museum.
6 P.M.
Decisions, Decisions
After dark, downtown comes
alive with eateries, bars, and en-
tertainment. Find a Texas-size
steak dinner at McBride's Land
& Cattle Co., an old-time restau-
rant with a Western theme, then
catch a theatrical performance
at the Backdoor Theatre. If you
time your trip just right, con-
certs, comedy shows, or rodeos at
the Wichita Falls Multi-Purpose
Event Center or Kay Yeager Coli-
seum are great late-night fun-
especially chased with a beer and
a band at the Iron Horse Pub, or a
craft cocktail and pub snacks at
the Highlander Public House.10 A.M.
c Off to Market
After coffee at 8th Street Cof-
fee House, explore downtown
Wichita Falls, home to a Satur-
day morning farmers market
and boutiques such as Ramble
& Company, which sells trendy
Wichita Falls-themed souve
nirs, and Alley Cat Vintage Mer-
cantile. Art lovers should head to
9th Street Studios or the Wich-
ita Falls Arts Association Gal-
lery. The Kell House Museum is
a terrific place to learn about the
history of Wichita Falls and the
family of Frank Kell, an entre-
preneur who played an integral
part in the development of the
city in the early 20th century.
NOON
A Walk in the Park
When hunger hits, make your way
to P2-The Deuce, a drive-in bar
where waitresses serve food and
drinks straight to your car. The
Red Draw-tomato juice and ice-
cold beer-is the unofficial bever-
age of Wichita Falls.
Then make your way to see
the city's picturesque namesake
falls in the 178-acre Lucy Park.
The original falls washed away in
a flood in the 1880s, but in 1987,
the city constructed a 54-foot-tall
multilevel cascade on the Wich-
ita River. A scenic walk along the
trail leads to a wonderful photo
op, as well as picnic tables, an 18-
hole disc golf course, sand volley-
ball, playgrounds, and a swing-
ing bridge across the river. Don't
miss the River Bend Nature Center,
a 15-acre family-friendly educa-
tion center inside Lucy Park fea-
turing forest tours and a butterfly
conservatory housed in a stunning
7,000-square-foot glass structure.i.
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