Rankin
Made Upton County Seat in 1921. Named for F. E. Rankin, who gave site for railway station-- the center of community life over and above its business dealings; was scene of cowboy dances on Saturday nights, church services on Sundays. Home of Rankin Museum and of world champion rodeo stars Toots Mansfield and Allen Holder. Erected by Upton County Historical Survey Committee.
31.2320° N, 101.8429° W
Where to Find It
On US 67, about 6 miles E. of Rankin in roadside park
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi S Upton County Rankin
- 5 mi W Rankin Cemetery Rankin
- 5.6 mi W John C. Upton and His Brother, W. F. Upton Rankin
- 5.6 mi W Upland First Upton County Seat Rankin
- 5.7 mi W First State Bank of Rankin Rankin
- 5.8 mi W Elliott Ranch Rankin