| Yucca
Theatre |
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 Built in 1929, the Yucca Theatre in Midland is a nostalgic example of flamboyant Assyrian-style architecture featuring gilded lions, ornate columns, scrollwork and elaborate lighting fixtures. The theatre was totally restored in 1981 and now houses the mad cap melodramas called
“Summer
Mummers.” Tickets are available through the Midland Community
Theatre.
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| Ector
Theatre |
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 It’s not just the movies. The show is only half the fun of the
Ector
Theatre. Built in 1951, it was one of Odessa’s favorite places until it closed in 1985. Completely refurbished, it reopened in 2001, and shows movies from the 50s. It is also available for live theatre and group meetings. It is a classic example of 1950s art deco design.
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| The
Globe of the Great Southwest |
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 Although Midland-Odessa is widely recognized as a major center for oil and gas production, we have a number of attractions that have nothing to do with either. Most surprising of these is Odessa’s
Globe Theatre, and Anne Hathaway Cottage. An exact replica of Shakespeare’s famous theatre and the cottage his wife lived in, they bring a bit of British flair to the West Texas landscape. The Globe hosts community theatre performances, monthly country western shows called The Brand New
Opree, and other community activities.
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| Permian
Playhouse |
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For over 50 years, the
Permian Playhouse in Odessa has been the source of entertainment for people from all over the Basin. It provides high quality, culturally diverse theatrical experiences and educational programs to enrich the lives of the people in the Permian Basin.
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| The
Cole Theatre |
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The $3 Million Cole Theatre in Midland is home to the
Midland Community Theatre which is ranked among the top ten amateur theatre groups in the nation. Productions have included: The
Octette, Bridge Club, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Carousel and other popular plays.
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| Midland-Odessa
Symphony & Chorale |
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 Formed in 1962 the
Midland-Odessa Symphony is now the largest orchestra in West Texas. The symphony, chorale and its various ensembles perform almost 50 concerts a season, including those with guest artists from throughout the world. Special ensembles include the Lone Star Brass and the Lindsayan String Quartet.
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| Museum
of the Southwest |
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 The
Museum of The Southwest features: American Southwest art in the Juliette and Fred Turner, Jr. Memorial Gallery, a multitude of interactive activities in the Freda Turner Durham Children’s Museum, and star gazing in the Marian Blakemore Planetarium.
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| Permian
Basin Petroleum Museum |
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 Walk under an ancient sea, parade through downtown Boomtown, and feel the ground shake beneath your feet from the force of a nitroglycerin explosion. This interactive
Permian Basin Petroleum Museum spread over 40 acres, takes you step by step through the dynamic search for oil (Black Gold). Life size murals, ancient artifacts, colorful memorabilia, and an authentic drilling rig help you relive the Basin’s turbulent past.
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| Ellen
Noel Art Museum |
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 The
Ellen Noel Art Museum is located in Odessa on the campus of the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. It features rotating exhibitions of historical and contemporary art, and a permanent sculpture garden. There are programs of art education for all ages. The museum has a unique sensory garden area for visitors who are visually impaired. It is the only garden and program of its kind in the state of Texas.
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| Presidential
Museum |
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With two presidents from the area, it is only fitting that we have a Presidential Museum. It is the only museum in the country dedicated solely to the office of the President. Permanent exhibitions include the Dishong collection of First Lady miniature dolls, campaign trivia, historical documents, and the John Ben Shepperd Library of the Presidents. The museum is located on the campus of the University of Texas of the Permian Basin.
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| The
Midland Downtown Lions Club Museum |
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This unique museum houses Midland’s first two fire trucks, and other early fire fighting equipment.
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| American
Airpower Heritage Museum |
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 Located with the
Commemorative Air Force headquarters at Midland International Airport, the nationally accredited AAHM is recognized for its collections of authentic World War II artifacts. The museum includes uniforms, armament, weapons, equipment and the world’s largest collection of flyable WWII aircraft. It also includes the world’s largest collection of aviation nose art from actual war planes. An annual air show is held each October. A highlight of the event is a depiction of the attack on Pearl Harbor.
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