Kitalou Gin
Welcome to Kitalou Gin, where every event becomes a chapter in the rich tapestry of West Texas history and modern elegance. Nestled just minutes away from Downtown Lubbock, our venue is a timeless haven where authentic architecture meets the rustic beauty of the surrounding cotton fields and grazing cattle.
At Kitalou Gin, we are more than a venue; we are curators of extraordinary moments. With a commitment to redefining tradition, our spaces are designed to embrace the past while accommodating the dreams of the present. From grand ceremonies in The Gin to rustic-chic receptions in The Seed Barn, and outdoor celebrations in the Gin Yard, each space is a unique canvas ready to be painted with the hues of your celebration.
Our 12,000 sq. ft. of indoor ceremony and reception space is climate-controlled, ensuring that your event is a seamless experience, regardless of the season. With only one event hosted per day, we dedicate our undivided attention to crafting a celebration that is uniquely yours.
Why choose Kitalou Gin? Because we believe in the power of moments, the authenticity of history, and the elegance of West Texas. Join us as we weave your celebration into the story of Kitalou Gin, where every event is a masterpiece, and every moment is cherished.
Come, explore the beauty of West Texas at Kitalou Gin—where history meets innovation, and where your celebration becomes a legacy.
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A Glimpse into Kitalou’s History
As remembered from Susan Brown
“This is a photo of my dad (Cecil Bridges). This is the way he looked while working at the gin. On the bottom left of the photo, an empty cotton trailer can be seen. These trailers were first weighed on concrete scales at the office next to the gin. The numbers were recorded and the trailer full of cotton was moved under a giant suction hose that was operated by an individual standing in the trailer.
The cotton was processed through the gin and came out in about a 500 pound bail wrapped in burlap. The trailer was weighed again to determine what was trailer and what was cotton. Then, the trailer was free for the farmer to take back into the field to fill up again.
I remember November was the busiest time at the gin, my mother worked in the office and I did what I could to help. Thanksgiving was not much of a holiday for our family; the cotton ginning always came first. My daddy was always worried about fires, as that would destroy the farmer's cotton crop.
During tornado season, if necessary, our family sheltered in the gin where the cotton was pressed, as it was underground. Not certain if I was more terrified of the tornado or being in that confined space fearful the press would come on and press my family into a bail!”
