Amarillo
County seat, Potter County; founded in 1887. Incorporated 1892. Named for Arroyo Amarillo, Spanish name of nearby creek. Transportation, financial, cultural, and medical center. Gateway to: Alibates Flint Quarry National Monument, Lake Meredith, Palo Duro State Park, Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, Boys Ranch. (1965).
35.1913° N, 101.9273° W
Where to Find It
8000 US 66 West, in front of "The Care Center", Amarillo.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi NW Amarillo Amarillo
- 1 mi NE Helium Time Columns Monument and Museum Amarillo
- 1.6 mi W Amarillo Helium Plant Amarillo
- 2.3 mi NE Smith-Rogers House Amarillo
- 3.6 mi NE William Henry Bush Amarillo
- 3.7 mi E Amarillo Natatorium ("The Nat") Amarillo