Stanton was settled in 1881, mainly by German Catholics from Kansas, and that influence is still notably present in the community. Although no longer occupied, the 1884 Carmelite Monastery dormitory remains a prominent structure, and many streets are named for Catholic saints. In 1917, designation of the Bankhead Highway brought tourism to Stanton, as evidenced in the construction of a hotel, gas stations, and a car dealership; the buildings of which still survive in spite of a 1938 tornado and a 1950 flood. Ranching and farming remained the primary source of income for the town until oil was discovered in the area in 1951. These days, Stanton’s population of 3,000 grows to 30,000 during its famous Old Sorehead Trade Days, an open-air craft and antique market held three times each year. If you miss that event, you might catch the Old Settler’s Reunion, the Annual Soup Cook-Off or Summer Jam Texas while you’re in town.

More Locations in Stanton

Ford Auto Dealership
201 E. St. Anne St.

It’s rare to see a car dealership from the 1920s that’s still operating as such today, but this Ford dealership will be happy to set you up with some new wheels. No imagination needed here, you can buy a car or get yours serviced if it breaks down while traveling along the Bankhead, just like travelers could in the 1920s.

Texaco Gas Station
Front and Beckman St.

Noted industrial designer Walter Teague developed a series of gas station forms for Texaco in 1936. Although variations exist among the prototypes, Moderne Style influences include the parallel rounded beams atop the canopy used to backlight the Texaco sign that motorists could easily see from a distance. Other distinctive features include the green-colored horizontal bands and white porcelain enamel steel panels.