This city was named after Louis Dumas, who was president of the town site company that founded this city in 1892. This city is the now the seat of Moore County. Oil was discovered here in 1926. The region is the nation's largest grain sorghum producing area, is the center of one of the world's largest natural gas fields and produces two-thirds of the nation's helium.
Things to do in Dumas
Pheasant Trails Golf Course
North Highway 119, Dumas, TX
Window on the Plains
This museum features local history exhibits, memorabilia donated by pioneer families, wildlife displays and Indian artifacts. In 2004 an Agricultural and Industry building will open, which will display combines, tractors, farm equipment and more equipment related to the farming industry. Open May - August: Monday - Saturday, 10 am - 12pm and 1 - 5pm. September - April, Monday - Friday from 10am - 12pm. Located at 1820 South Dumas Avenue. Call 806-935-3113 for more information.