The best arts & culture spots in Midland County

Whether you remember your first plié or you want an excuse to move, Midland Festival Ballet has classes and performance opportunities that keep classical dance alive in the Basin.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 8, 2026

Midland County Historical Museum is the kind of unadorned, no-frills treasure chest locals brag about, with pioneer relics, Native American artifacts, and mementos from the Civil War through WWII. It’s a quick, fascinating lap through Midland’s past that makes everyday streets feel storied.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 5, 2026

If your kid keeps tapping around the living room, check out Midland Dance Academy this week. Their Educational Program brings real structure, a clear dress code, and a handy Parent Portal, so you can track it all while supportive educators help turn wiggles into confidence.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 23, 2026

Clarity Dance Academy is a faith-forward hometown studio offering everything from Bitty Blessings and Tutu Cute to ballet, pointe, hip hop, jazz tap and competition. Get the kids moving this week, then enjoy the sudden peace and quiet at home... you're welcome.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 18, 2026

Hit Blakemore Planetarium for immersive star talks and dome shows on a 360-degree Digistar 7 system in the Helen Greathouse Educational Discovery Dome. Pop in this week to orbit the Coterra Science on a Sphere, peek at sea turtle migrations, then pencil in Sci-Fridays for end-of-month nerdy fun.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 19, 2026

Permian Basin Petroleum Museum turns our backyard industry into a hands-on time machine, tracing over 230 million years of history through interactive petroleum exhibits, the Chaparral Gallery, Mineral Gallery, and The Oil Patch.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 12, 2026

Take a minute at the Hospice of Midland Historical Marker, a nod to the Permian Basin’s first nonprofit hospice, serving West Texas families for more than 43 years with home hospice, palliative care, and community grief support like Rays of Hope. A simple reminder of the big heart behind our community.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 9, 2026

If your crew is itching for a wholesome creative reset, The River Fine Arts blends dance, theatre, art, and music classes with a Christian worldview in a genuinely supportive vibe right here in Midessa. All levels welcome, and their fall session kicks off August 24, so jump in and make something beautiful.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 2, 2026

Midland Army Air Field Museum Hangar is part of the CAF High Sky Wing, with up-close looks at warbirds like T-6 Texans, a T-28, and the C-45 Spirit of West Texas. This week, watch restorations in progress and get your West Texas history fix without cracking a dusty textbook.

From the Midessa newsletter, September 28, 2026

Between UV that cooks everything and those spring haboobs, That 1 Painter Midland - Odessa specs coatings that actually hold up, from exteriors and fences to interiors, cabinets, limewash and brick.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 15, 2026

S. Presidents lived, restored to its original vibe so you can snoop charming details and remember why Midessa history hits a little differently.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 26, 2026

Massive, contemporary performance hall hosting musicians, operas, ballets & headline comedians.

JK Dance Center is bringing West Texas to its feet with everything from Ballet and Hip-Hop to Country 2-Step and Ballroom. Need a first dance or quince routine, take a private, then show it off at their social events.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 29, 2026

Ready to swap living-room pirouettes for real technique this week? Dance Elite has been mentoring Midland dancers since 1997, from age 3 to adults, with classes in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical and hip hop, a no-drama vibe, and a 2025 'Best Dance Classes in the Permian Basin' nod.

From the Midessa newsletter, October 14, 2026