Slaton Harvey House State Historic Site

05/29/2026

When you visit Slaton and stay at the Slaton Harvey House State Historic Site, here's another historic place of the tasty variety you have to treat yourself to! Not to mention more than a handful of unique restaurants, coffee and tea shops, plus wonderful boutique and general shopping experiences to fill all your traveling needs and wants. Put us on your wish list and make it happen sometime soon!

05/25/2026

On this day we honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. We wish you a peaceful day of remembrance with your loved ones.

05/22/2026

Please join us for our first ever Fred Harvey Birthday Party!

Fred Harvey, born June 27, 1835, was the mastermind behind the Santa Fe eateries also known as Harvey Houses, home of the world famous Harvey Girls. Harvey is credited with creating commercial cultural tourism, innovative marketing strategies, and the restaurant chain industry.

We hope to see you!

05/21/2026

Tomorrow, our community of Slaton, Texas celebrates the Class of 2026!

We wish a special CONGRATULATIONS to our favorite local Harvey Girl, Ellie Culver, on her graduation from high school. Much of her childhood was spent at our Harvey House helping with programs, construction projects, and serving as Santa’s #1 elf. Ellie represents the next generation of history doers and we couldn’t be more proud.

We wish Ellie and the Class of 2026 Slaton High School Tigers all the best!

05/15/2026

Come Make History With Us!

We're putting together the first ever Texas Historical Commission team at the Slaton Harvey House. We're now hiring for Office Manager and Maintenance Specialist.

Learn More and Apply Here:
https://thc.texas.gov/about/career-opportunities

05/11/2026

Thank you Midland West Rotary for having us tomorrow! We're excited to share how the community rallied to save the Slaton Harvey House then successfully reimagined its purpose. We serve as an example of how adaptive reuse can positively support community.

Are you looking for a great place to go that is nearby? Come and hear Texas Historical Commission Site Manager Rayanna Hoeft tomorrow at 12 pm in the Rotary Room at Midland College. She will speak about one of the newest THC sites that is located near Lubbock and you can even stay the night at the Historic site. Hear about railroads, Harvey girls, and more.

05/04/2026

Slaton Harvey House is the destination of choice, even for those from a galaxy far, far away. Happy vacation planning!

May the 4th be with you! 💫 👽

05/03/2026

Happy Graduation Season to our Local Class of 2026 Seniors! 🎓

We ❤️ that you chose the Slaton Harvey House for the backdrop of your prom pictures.

04/25/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week!

Way back in 1989 a dedicated group of Slatonites courageously stopped the demolition of what is now the Slaton Harvey House State Historic Site. The community formed a non profit organization, Slaton Railroad Heritage Association, going on to raise millions to restore the building to its former glory. As they say, the rest is history!

Without the community’s intervention and commitment to preservation the Texas Historical Commission couldn’t tell the real stories of this very real place. Thank you to all of the volunteers, past and present, who tirelessly serve this West Texas gem. ❤️ 🚂

Image: SRHA volunteers dedicate a new THC RTHL marker in 2025.

04/24/2026

We’re excited to support our sister site Charles and Mary Ann Goodnight Ranch State Historic Site at their upcoming program! Visiting the Texas Panhandle is quite the experience, there’s a little something for everyone. 🦬 🤠 🌅

Discover how Charles and Mary Ann Goodnight and their peers stayed connected in a world before smartphones!📱

Join us on Saturday, May 9th, from 10 am to 2 pm for a fascinating journey into Victorian-era communication! Try your hand at sending secret messages with a special Morse code activity, brought to you by the enthusiastic team from The Slaton Harvey House!

Best of all, this event is absolutely FREE and packed with fun for all ages! Meet the Frontier Regiment of the High Plains, explore hands-on activities at many booths, and treat yourself to delicious eats from Porch Swing Eatz and Treats. Gather your friends and family, and experience Texas history come to life in unforgettable ways!