Although the museum and historical park at Texas Tech University were not formally dedicated until 1976, the concept of a center to preserve the history of ranching began in 1966 with a unique partnership between Texas Tech and the Ranching Heritage Association, a non-profit member organization that supports the efforts of the center. With 30 of its 49 historic structures between 100 and 177 years old, the historical park speaks volumes about the frontier settlers who lived in those structures and created legends and history in the process.

The School of Theatre and Dance at Texas Tech University fosters the highest standards of scholarship and creative activity and provides opportunities for students to work actively in both areas. We champion training and education in a breadth of specialized programs, encourage students to cross boundaries between them, and prepare students for careers in both practice and pedagogy. By integrating the practical and the scholarly, the School serves as a vital force in the cultural and intellectual life of our society.

The School of Music at Texas Tech University is a vibrant, dynamic, and innovative musical environment. Led by a faculty of 55 nationally and internationally recognized artists, educators and researchers, students in our programs learn to develop and fine tune their musical skills to be used anywhere in the world.

The mission of the School of Art is to provide a stimulating and challenging environment in which students develop creative and scholarly potential, to support faculty members in the pursuit of excellence in teaching and research, to serve public and professional constituencies and to promote intercultural understanding through art. The School of Art is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.

The Maedgen Mainstage Theatre is located on the east end of the Charles E. Maedgen Jr. Theatre building. This 400 seat proscenium theatre opened in 1964 and has hosted over 170 University Theatre productions and many theatrical competitions. In 1998 the theatre was updated by the installation of a state-of-the-art lighting system, and in 2002 renovation was completed on a new bright and inviting lobby.