About Dumas, TX
Dumas is a city in Moore County, Texas, United States. The population was 13,747 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Moore County.
Famous persons from Dumas include David W. Kirkpatrick.
The City of Dumas is located on your way to anywhere, so during your travels be sure and plan to stop in our town. Half way between Denver and Dallas, Dumas is located just 45 miles north of Amarillo in the Texas panhandle. With a multitude of hotels and motels you'll be sure to find somewhere to stay while visiting.
With a large assortment of local business such as Kountry Donuts, Texas Inkslingers Tattoo Studio, The Chocolate Pantry, Dynamic Designs, Callie's Cottage and Cookie Jar, Dumas Furniture, SuperRentals, SPC Office Products, maurice's, Beall's, Walmart Supercenter, Coffey Tire and Brake, Bartlett's Lumber, Dumas Lumber, Big R, Family Farm Store, Green's Furniture, several clothing stores, Merle Norman, Aldrich's Menswear, and many more. There is something for everyone in Dumas.
Dumas also has 4 elementary schools, 1 intermediate school, 1 Junior High, and 1 high school. During the fall football season, you can see exactly what Friday Night Lights are, and what they mean to our hometown!
While in Dumas, make sure to stop by the local County Courthouse and check out the restoration of the 3rd floor court room back to the original Art Deco decor, the Chamber of Commerce, the Window on the Plains Museum, the Art Center, and McDade Park, among several other attractions.
If you're lucky enough to be in the area the first two weeks of June, make sure to check out Dogie Days, the local celebration of Dumas, which includes a carnival, parade, community BBQ, and the famous Lions Club Rooster Eggs and Hamburgers!
Restaurants available include: La Placita, Chica Blanca's, Albert's, K-Bobs, 287 Roadhouse, The Alley Cafe, Hobo's, and several fast food establishments.
There are also several motels available, including: Hampton Inn, Econo Lodge, Restwell Motel, Super 8, Days Inn, Comfort Inn, Holiday Inn, Dumas Inn, and more.
Dumas is not only a great place to live, it's also a wonderful place to visit!
