SPEARMAN

Population 3,203

Altitude 3,105

General

Established in the 1920's when the North Texas and Santa Fe Railroad built across Hansford County; named for the railroad executive. Today the country seat; industries include grain storage, shipping, gas, oil , refineries, irrigated farming, and cattle.

Attractions

• ROLLING PLAINS MULE TRAIN ASSOCIATION - A group of area residents who for many years maintained mule teams and covered wagons for old-fashioned rides across the plains, even up to week long trips. The present activity is limited largely to parades.
• STATIONMASTER'S HOUSE MUSEUM - Two building complex includes restored depot agent's home; exhibits feature home life, general history of Hansford County. Outdoor exhibit of farm machinery and an Indian sculpture. Open intermittently. Located at 30 South Townsend Street.

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