Lubbock, TX - Tornado Memorial
On May 11, 1970 two tornadoes struck Lubbock, TX, killing 26 people. More than 1,500 people were injured. The tornadoes caused damage estimated at $250 million, or about $1.7 billion in today’s dollars.
On May 11, 2021, the city dedicated a memorial to the tragedy.
The memorial's brick plaza is a map of Lubbock city streets. The paths of the two tornadoes are represented by two 18-ft black granite paneled walls. The walls are covered with quotes from people who witnessed the event.
Four artistic lamp posts represent the various emotions felt the night of the tornadoes.
Lubbock, TX - Tornado Memorial
On May 11, 1970 two tornadoes struck Lubbock, TX, killing 26 people. More than 1,500 people were injured. The tornadoes caused damage estimated at $250 million, or about $1.7 billion in today’s dollars.
On May 11, 2021, the city dedicated a memorial to the tragedy.
The memorial's brick plaza is a map of Lubbock city streets. The paths of the two tornadoes are represented by two 18-ft black granite paneled walls. The walls are covered with quotes from people who witnessed the event.
Four artistic lamp posts represent the various emotions felt the night of the tornadoes.