Woody Guthrie Folk Music Center
Celebrating the legacy of Woody Guthrie in Pampa, Texas.
Welcome to the old Harris Drug Store, where Woody worked and found his first guitar. Visit us to learn about his Pampa days, browse books, CDs, shirts, hats, and more. Open Tuesday–Friday, 10 AM–5 PM. Join our Friday jam sessions from 6–8:30 PM — play, sing, or just listen and enjoy.
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We are also a LIVE MUSIC VENUE, hosting some of the finest musicians in the business. Almost all of our shows are donation shows, usually on Tuesday or Thursday evenings. We try to have about one of these Community Concerts once a month. A $5 suggested donation. Most recent news about those will be on our Facebook page. You may also view some of our jams or concerts on Facebook. WGFMC Live Streams.
We had the good fortune to present our children’s program ‘Walking Woody’s Road’ to over 400 elementary school students from Pampa and the surrounding area during the spring of 2025. With funding from Humanities Texas and working in conjunction with WOWW (Window On A Wider World) we tell students a little about Woody’s time in Pampa, the Dust Bowl, Folk music and sing along to “This Land Is Your Land”, as well as many other favorites. Many thanks to the Fossil River Band for their participation in this endeavor.
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These Community Concerts are made available by grants through the Amarillo Area Foundation, Gray-Pampa Foundation, David D. and Nona S. Payne Foundation, M.K. Brown Foundation and Humanities Texas and your donations. Thank you all for your continued support!
The music
At the heart of the Woody Guthrie Folk Music Center is the sound of shared tradition. From front porch pickers to traveling troubadours, our stage keeps Woody’s spirit alive through the voices and instruments of those who believe in the power of song to tell the truth, lift spirits, and bring people together.
The Spirit
The spirit of Woody Guthrie lives on in the laughter, the songs, and the stories shared here. It’s in every strummed chord and every handshake — a reminder that music is meant to bring people together. What started as one man’s song for the common folk continues as a chorus of community, hope, and heart.
The Culture
The Woody Guthrie Folk Music Center is more than a museum — it’s a living tradition. Here, generations gather to share stories, songs, and a sense of purpose. The culture we preserve isn’t just about music; it’s about kindness, community, and keeping the voice of the working people alive for those yet to come.