SWENSON MEMORIAL MUSEUM

BRECKENRIDGE, TX

Ibex Ghost Town (Shackelford County, Texas) Historical marker for the ghost town of Ibex in Shackelford County, Texas. The plaque states: Ibex - Oil drilling in the 1920s transformed this area from cattle ranches to a boomtown. In 1919, the Ibex Oil Co. drilled a successful well into the Caddo Lime formation. Soon other drilling companies came and wooden derricks spread for miles. In 1921, Ibex sold their leases to the Landreth Co. Ed Landreth built a gasoline refinery, water-powered by a dam on Hubbard Creek. Lone Star Gas, Humble Oil and other companies built facilities and dozens of employee homes. Other families slept in tents or open pastures. In the 1920s, the Ibex community had a school, grocery, dry goods, hotels, cafes, and a central phone office. The post office operated from 1923-53 before the population fell. Today, foundations and smokestacks remain from the industrial past of Ibex. (2013)
Ibex Ghost Town (Shackelford County, Texas) Credit: cmh2315fl

The Swenson Memorial Museum is located in Breckenridge, Texas, and is dedicated to preserving the rich history and cultural heritage of the area. The museum houses a collection of artifacts, photographs, and exhibits that showcase the history of Stephens County and the surrounding region.

The museum is named after the Swenson family, who were early settlers in the area and played a significant role in the development of Breckenridge. The Swenson family donated the land on which the museum is built and also donated many of the artifacts on display.

Visitors to the Swenson Memorial Museum can explore exhibits on various topics, including ranching, oil and gas production, military history, and Native American culture. The museum also features a research library, where visitors can access historical documents and resources.

In addition to its exhibits and research facilities, the Swenson Memorial Museum also hosts educational programs and events throughout the year. These programs are designed to engage visitors of all ages and promote a deeper understanding and appreciation of the history and culture of the region. Overall, the Swenson Memorial Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the rich history of Texas.

SWENSON MEMORIAL MUSEUM is a History Museum in BRECKENRIDGE TX. US MID #8404801436

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Ibex Ghost Town (Shackelford County, Texas) Historical marker for the ghost town of Ibex in Shackelford County, Texas. The plaque states: Ibex - Oil drilling in the 1920s transformed this area from cattle ranches to a boomtown. In 1919, the Ibex Oil Co. drilled a successful well into the Caddo Lime formation. Soon other drilling companies came and wooden derricks spread for miles. In 1921, Ibex sold their leases to the Landreth Co. Ed Landreth built a gasoline refinery, water-powered by a dam on Hubbard Creek. Lone Star Gas, Humble Oil and other companies built facilities and dozens of employee homes. Other families slept in tents or open pastures. In the 1920s, the Ibex community had a school, grocery, dry goods, hotels, cafes, and a central phone office. The post office operated from 1923-53 before the population fell. Today, foundations and smokestacks remain from the industrial past of Ibex. (2013)
Abandoned Oil Refinery (Ibex, Texas) Old abandoned oil refinery in the ghost town of Ibex in Shackelford County, Texas. Ibex was founded after the Ibex Oil Company discovered oil in the area. The Landreth Production Corporation constructed this gasoline refinery in 1923. All that remains are foundations and smokestacks.
Abandoned Oil Refinery (Ibex, Texas) Old abandoned oil refinery in the ghost town of Ibex in Shackelford County, Texas. Ibex was founded after the Ibex Oil Company discovered oil in the area. The Landreth Production Corporation constructed this gasoline refinery in 1923. All that remains are foundations and smokestacks.
Old Hubbard Creek Dam (Shackelford County, Texas) Old concrete dam on Hubbard Creek near the ghost town of Ibex in Shackelford County, Texas. The dam was built in 1923 during an oil boom in the area. It was built by the Landreth Production Corporation to provide power for a gasoline refinery.
Old Hubbard Creek Dam (Shackelford County, Texas) Old concrete dam on Hubbard Creek near the ghost town of Ibex in Shackelford County, Texas. The dam was built in 1923 during an oil boom in the area. It was built by the Landreth Production Corporation to provide power for a gasoline refinery.
FM 601 Hubbard Creek Bridge (Shackelford County, Texas) Historic through truss bridge over Hubbard Creek near the old ghost town of Ibex in Shackelford County, Texas. The Pratt through truss bridge was constructed 1928-29 by Crouch and Noland of Strawn, Texas for Shackelford County. The Texas Highway Department acquired the road in 1948 and designated it FM 601. The bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1906 (NRHP No. 96001105).
FM 601 Hubbard Creek Bridge (Shackelford County, Texas) Historic through truss bridge over Hubbard Creek near the old ghost town of Ibex in Shackelford County, Texas. The Pratt through truss bridge was constructed 1928-29 by Crouch and Noland of Strawn, Texas for Shackelford County. The Texas Highway Department acquired the road in 1948 and designated it FM 601. The bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1906 (NRHP No. 96001105).
FM 601 Hubbard Creek Bridge (Shackelford County, Texas) Historic through truss bridge over Hubbard Creek near the old ghost town of Ibex in Shackelford County, Texas. The Pratt through truss bridge was constructed 1928-29 by Crouch and Noland of Strawn, Texas for Shackelford County. The Texas Highway Department acquired the road in 1948 and designated it FM 601. The bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1906 (NRHP No. 96001105).
FM 601 Hubbard Creek Bridge (Shackelford County, Texas) Historic through truss bridge over Hubbard Creek near the old ghost town of Ibex in Shackelford County, Texas. The Pratt through truss bridge was constructed 1928-29 by Crouch and Noland of Strawn, Texas for Shackelford County. The Texas Highway Department acquired the road in 1948 and designated it FM 601. The bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1906 (NRHP No. 96001105).
Sam Bass & Gang in Stephens County The marker dedication ceremony was held on April 25, 2023. Current ranch owners Mary and Mike Terry were on hand for the event. They chose the location for the marker because it is easily accessible by the public and even provides an off-the-road spot to park. (Info from the Breckenridge Texan)
Sam Bass & Gang in Stephens County location WM184C2 <a href="https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WM184C2" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WM184C2</a>
Sam Bass & Gang in Stephens County

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SWENSON MEMORIAL MUSEUM OF STEPHENS COUNTY INC
PO BOX 1638
BRECKENRIDGE
TX
76424-1638

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MID # 8404801436
Name SWENSON MEMORIAL MUSEUM OF STEPHENS COUNTY INC
Alternate Name SWENSON MEMORIAL MUSEUM
Classification History Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 751317293
NTEECC A54
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 32.761764, -98.916308
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 429
US Census Tract: 950200
US Census Block: 2053