Interested in fun facts and the history of Lamesa, TX?
Then read on!
1. Lamesa is the county seat of Dawson County and is located in the heart of the South Plains.
2. The city was established in 1906 and named after the Spanish word for "table".
3. Lamesa is known as the "Cotton Capital of the World" and is home to the world's largest cotton gin.
4. The city is home to the annual West Texas Cotton Festival, which celebrates the area's cotton industry.
5. Lamesa is home to the historic Dawson County Courthouse, which was built in 1910 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
6. The city is also home to a number of historical sites, including the Lamesa Museum, the Lamesa Heritage Center, and the Lamesa Depot Museum.