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East Texas Oil Museum

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+1 (903) 983-8295
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The job of a roughneck in the 30s
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Example of the harsh conditions of the roads in East Texas
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1301 S Henderson Blvd
Kilgore, TX 75662
+1 (903) 983-8295
http://easttexasoilmuseum.kilgore.edu
Welcome to the East Texas Oil Museum at Kilgore College, located in Kilgore, Texas. This fascinating museum houses the authentic recreation of oil discovery and production in the early 1930s from the largest oil field inside U.S. boundaries. Journey back into the early 1930s to see how people lived. Refresh your memory to the lyrics of a deep-rooted gospel hymn in the church exhibit. Get a lesson in the history of local schools. Imagine how that antique car in the transportation exhibit traveled on those rough, rutted roads. Then step across the city limits to Boomtown, USA, a full-scale town of stores, people, animals, and machinery depicting the lively activity of a town booming in oil. It's fun and informative.

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5.019 reviews
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Melanie V.
4/18/2025

There was way more to see than we expected. It was a really neat experience! We went while on a college tour trip to LeTourneau, and it really rounded out the weekend.

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Emily M.
11/16/2024

This place was absolutely amazing! We learned so much and had so much fun. The animatronics were really great. Lots of sensory experiences to make parts of it feel realistic. 10/10 recommend!...

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S W.
7/13/2024

This museum is not big but it delivers a great experience insofar as immersing you in the history of the oil boom in East Texas! My teenage son enjoyed it as well which speaks volumes. The staff...

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Cassie B.
1/29/2025

It's a great place to go and spend the day! The history of Kilgore is amazing! To see the various stages of how oil was brought up from under the ground, plus the dedication of these workers is...

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DeeDee H.
1/22/2024

Great place to take the family. It's rich in history of the oil industry. And they have a great gift shop

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