Slaton Bakery Offers A Taste Of Local Flavor
Slaton, Texas, a charming town with deep roots in railroad history, offers a glimpse into West Texas heritage with its iconic Harvey House and local treasures like the Slaton Bakery.
The town proudly wears its history, from the sound of trains to the smell of barbecue in the air.
History of Slaton
The town got its name in 1911, when the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway was expanding across the South Plains.
- The Santa Fe line needed a new division point and shipping hub.
- They found the perfect spot about 17 miles southeast of Lubbock.
wherever the tracks went, towns sprouted up
Author's summary: Slaton Bakery offers local flavor in West Texas.