Burkburnett Historical Society was organized in 1989 to preserve, promote, and teach the unique history of Burkburnett.  Burkburnett was a sleepy farm town that transformed into a "Boomtown" as a result of the North Texas Oil Boom in 1918.  Over the years, oil production has declined and farming has grown.  Burkburnett Historical Society members give guided historical tours which include a video presentation of Burkburnett's history.  Burkburnett Historical Society owns the original Burkburnett Railroad Depot which is used as a depository for historical antiques and as a historical museum and the "Riley Building" which houses the Burkburnett Historical Society, The Burkburnett Chamber of Commerce, and the Burkburnett Development Corporation.  The Burkburnett Historical Society also owns, displays, and preserves the Hawkins House in Burkburnett, which is one the oldest examples of the "matchbox" (no stud) construction technique, in Wichita County. 

Your imagination will run free while talented narrators share with you the trails & tales of Boomtown; the folklore, the legends, and the funny, fascinating, authentic stories!

• Tours by advance appointment only
• Historical tour, including video is about 2 hours.
• Group tours daily throughout the year by special arrangement.
• Admission charge. Senior discount available
• Beans & Cornbread on the last Friday of each month

104 West Third Street
Burkburnett, Texas 76354

940-569-0460

For more information about the Burkburnett Historical Society please click on the link provided below.

http://www.trailsandtales.org