Lake Meredith Aquatic & Wildlife Museum-LMAWM

05/28/2026

Get yours before they’re gone! 🇺🇸 🫶🏼

America 250 Poker Chip Winner Announced! 🇺🇸
Thank you to everyone who participated in the voting for the America 250 commemorative poker chip design. The winning design is shown below and will be part of our celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary (1776–2026) right here in Fritch, Texas and Lake Meredith National Recreation Area.

🎉 Fundraiser Announcement
Only 250 commemorative poker chips will be SOLD, and they will be sold for $5 each as a fundraiser for the Lake Meredith Aquatic & Wildlife Museum.

💙 Why This Fundraiser Matters
The Lake Meredith Aquatic & Wildlife Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the natural and local history of our area—from the wildlife that calls the lake home to the stories that shaped our community. Fundraisers like this help support museum operations, educational displays, preservation of exhibits, and community programs so future generations can continue to learn about and appreciate the unique environment and history of Lake Meredith and the Texas Panhandle.

Purchase yours here: https://form.jotform.com/260914209772157
Pay here: https://secure.go2gov.net/.../fritchtxmus/welcome.faces
Cash or card only (no checks)

These limited-edition chips celebrate:
• Lake Meredith
• Fritch, Texas
• America 250
• The importance of emergency notifications/Community-Everbridge
Once they’re gone, they’re gone!
🪙 More Chances to Find One
Additional poker chips will be placed in our yearly scavenger hunts throughout the year and used as giveaways at community events. Be sure to keep an eye out for those activities—you never know where one might turn up!

🇺🇸 America 250 Weekend Celebration
Join us as we celebrate America 250 in Fritch, Texas and at Lake Meredith National Recreation Area with special events, activities, and community gatherings honoring our history and the place we call home.

Event Links: Friends of Lake Meredith and Alibates and 5TH ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION - FREEDOM 250 WEEKEND

Stay tuned for more details and upcoming events!

05/26/2026

🐟 Preserving Our Past, Building Our Future

For decades, the Lake Meredith Aquatic & Wildlife Museum has stood as a proud pillar of Fritch, Texas. What started as a passionate dream by a group of dedicated local volunteers has grown into a cherished sanctuary of our region’s unique history and natural beauty.

Every exhibit, every artifact, and every display tells a story—not just of the wildlife and waters that define the Texas Panhandle, but of the incredible community members who worked tirelessly over the years to build and keep this museum thriving. From the early days of clearing space to the countless hours spent volunteering, this museum is a living testament to what Fritch can accomplish when we come together.

Now, it’s our turn to honor that legacy and carry the torch forward. 🌟

We have some truly amazing improvement plans/drafts and community events in the works to make the museum better than ever, but we simply cannot do this without your support. To protect the history we love and build an even brighter future for the next generation, we need our community's help. If you’d like more info on this? Reach out! ❤️

🏃‍♀️ Lets continue the improvements we’ve seen over the past three years!! 💪💡 🖼️ 🎣

Please consider supporting our museum today. 💙 No amount is too small, and every single dollar goes directly toward preserving our heritage and bringing new life to our exhibits.

How You Can Donate:

📲 **Card:** Simply scan the QR code below or go to this link: https://secure.go2gov.net/pay/public/fritchtxmus/welcome.faces

💵 Cash: Drop by and see us in person or stop by city hall—104 N Robey Ave. Fritch
📝 Check: Mail: P.O. Box 758 Fritch, TX 79036 or bring your donation directly to the Museum.
Call ahead or text (806)395-1441

To those who have poured their hearts into this museum over the decades:
Thank you.
To our community today: Let’s keep their legacy alive.

Thank you for your generosity, your love for Fritch, and your continued support! 🦅🌾

05/26/2026

Y’all go donate!

Join us Friday July 3, 2026 at 7:30 for Watermelon feed. 8:30 for kids raffle and 9:00ish for the movie at the Fritch Fortress Amphitheater

Saturday July 4, 2026 at 3:00 for Boat Parade starting at Sanford Yake and dusk 9:00 or after for Fireworks over Lake Meredith.

05/25/2026

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

Summer in the Texas Panhandle really starts the second somebody says, “Let’s go to the lake” ☀️🌊

With school out and temperatures climbing, Lake Meredith is about to become the place for boat days, fishing trips, camping weekends, and those long afternoons that somehow turn into sunset memories. Whether you’re loading up the cooler, planning a quick day trip, or already dreaming about dock chairs and lake water, now’s the time to start mapping out your summer escape 👀

See why Lake Meredith should be on your summer radar

05/24/2026

🇺🇸🎤 WE’RE LOOKING FOR A NATIONAL ANTHEM SINGER! 🎤🇺🇸

The Lake Meredith Aquatic & Wildlife Museum is looking for someone to proudly perform the National Anthem at the 5th Annual Independence Day Celebration on July 4th in Fritch! 🇺🇸✨

This year’s event is extra special as we celebrate the Freedom 250 Weekend and the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence! ❤️🤍💙

If you, or someone you know, would be interested in singing before the festivities begin, we would love to hear from you!

🎆 Event Date: July 4, 2026
📍 Fritch, Texas
🎤 Soloists or small groups welcome

Please contact Stephanie at 📞 (806) 395-1441 or 📧 [email protected] for more information or to volunteer.

Help us kick off this patriotic celebration in a memorable way! 🇺🇸🎶

05/22/2026

Shoutout to FRONK OIL COMPANY, INC. for getting us all squared away for our annual fish fry this year! At the 5TH ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION - FREEDOM 250 WEEKEND!

Joanne, Eddy, Rhonda and Dave Wright thank you 🙏🫶🏼

Thank you Wright-On Bait, Tackle and Watercraft Rental—Dave for keeping our fish happy with your minnow donations!

Y’all truly rock! ❤️👏🏻👏🏻
So grateful!

05/22/2026

I don’t know who left these, but thank you!!! 🫶🏼😎