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Introduction to Brownfield, Texas
Brownfield, Texas, in Terry county, is 36 miles SW of Lubbock, Texas (center to center) and 264 miles E of El Paso, Texas. There are an estimated 9,488 people in the city.
Brownfield History
Town promoters W. G. Hardin and A. F. Small arrived in Terry County and bought the county’s center from A. M. Brownfield. They began platting the land to increase the chance of the site becoming a county seat. The duo named the site after a well-known ranching family. Brownfield, which was incorporated in 1920, was a leader in agriculture and contributed greatly to the economic development of the Permian Basin in 1940.
Brownfield and Nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Brownfield
Popular parks such as Coleman Park, Jake Geron Park, Gillham Park and Powel Lake, and Terry County Park located in Brownfield are often visited. These parks feature hiking trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas. Museums nearby include the American Museum of Agriculture and the Buddy Holly Center. Terry County Heritage Museum in Brownfield preserves and exhibits artifacts portraying the culture and heritage of Terry County. Brownfield Aquatic Center features a lazy river, double slide, diving boards, and a large swimming pool.
Brownfield Transportation
Lubbock International airport is nearby.
Brownfield Higher Education
Lubbock Christian University, South Plains College, and New Mexico Junior College are colleges near the city.
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