Leisure Living
Odessa is an amazing place to live when it comes to leisure activities. Odessa lies in a very unique location in the State of Texas because the variety of attractions within the City and within a few hours driving time is almost limitless. If your pleasure is shopping, golf, sports viewing, bird watching, hiking, ballooning, jogging, tennis, swimming, skiing, or just communing with nature there is no better place than Odessa, Texas from which to begin your next adventure.
Historical Sites & Museums
American Airpower Heritage Museum (AAHM)
Located within the Commemorative Air Force (CAF), the museum is recognized for its collection of authentic World War II Artifacts, memorabilia and the world’s largest collection of original aviation Nose Art ® now housed in a new gallery. The museum houses 40,000 square feet of “hands-on” permanent exhibits that detail the story of World War II airpower. Each fall, the CAF hosts its exciting AIRSHO. Call 432/563-1000 or visit www.commemorativeairforce.org and www.airpowermuseum.org
The Presidential Museum
Dedicated solely to the office of the President. Permanent and traveling exhibits include campaign memorabilia, portraits, signatures, documents, and commemorative items that relate to the Presidents, Vice-Presidents, First Ladies, as well as the Presidents of the Republic of Texas and the Confederate States of America. On the campus of the University of Texas of the Permian Basin and east of the Ellen Noel Art Museum. Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission charged.
4919 E. University - 432/363-7737
Bush Home
Located on the grounds of the University of Texas of the Permian Basin, the Presidential Museum is the former home of President George H. W. Bush, his wife, Barbara and son George W. Bush. The quaint two-bedroom, one bath home is where two presidents and a first lady spent their early days in West Texas. Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission charged. 4919 E. University - 432-363-7737.
Ellen Noël Art Museum of the Permian Basin
Provides access to art of enduring quality through changing exhibitions and through the museum’s permanent collection. Exhibitions are varied and include historically significant art, outstanding contemporary art and juried exhibitions of regional art. The Museum’s Sculpture and Sensory Garden challenges the senses of both the sighted and non-sighted. Free Admission to the Garden and the Art Museum. Located on the campus of the University of Texas of the Permian Basin at 4909 E. University. Reservations are recommended for guided tours….432/550-9696 or visit www.noelartmuseum.org.