History Buff
History Buff
Those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it. - George Santayana Whether you ascribe to this philosphy or not, you must admit, history is pretty darn interesting. And, nestled in what is now a quaint tourist town, we have an area that is rich in fascinating history. Wingfield Heritage House Museum Address: 2813 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345 Hours of operation: Wednesday - Saturday 10AM - 5PM Admission: Adults $5, Seniors (65 and up): $3, Children (16 and under): Free Want to know Ruidoso's story? Linger a while in this beautifully restored 1920's house-turned-museum that takes you room-by-room through her history. From the time of the early settlers to the area to our current booming tourist Village, to see the progress of the area is truly a wonderful thing. Smokey Bear Historical Park Address: 118 Smokey Bear Blvd. Capitan, NM 88316 Hours of operation: Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00AM to 4:30PM (last entry 4:15pm) Admission:
Established in 1976 in honor of the little orphaned bear cub with fire-burnt paws who would become the face of fire safety nation wide, the park offers fascinating exhibits and events for guests all in a breathtakingly scenic backdrop. The Fort Stanton Museum Address: 104 Kit Carson Rd, Fort Stanton, NM 88323 Hours of operation: Thursday - Monday, 10AM - 4PM Admission: $7 for adults. Free for children 16 years and younger. NM residents with ID admitted free the first Sunday of every month. Want more regional history? In less than a 30-minute drive you will find yourself in Fort Stanton "Where history comes alive" this is a history buff's Nirvana! Here you'll learn about the Lincoln County War involving Billy the Kid, the tuberculosis epidemic of the 1920s and so much more. You'll learn about little-known chapters of New Mexico history as you walk the 12 building parade grounds that appear much as they did in the mid 1800s! Fort Stanton is not merely a visit, it's an experience. Make sure to plan your trip north during your Ruidoso stay! Mescalero Apache Cultural Center and Museum Address: 181 Chiricahua Plaza, Mescalero, NM 88340 Hours of operation: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM Admission: Free Cast your eyes on genuine artifacts, including: stone Apache tools, weapons, clothing and more. Guided tours can be provided upon request and arrangements for dance entertainment and group lectures are available under separate agreements. |
