Alamogordo Museum of History, Local history museum in Alamogordo, New Mexico, United States.
Description
The Alamogordo Museum of History documents how the Tularosa Basin developed through photographs, artifacts, and historical documents. Its collection contains more than 3,000 photographs and papers that show what life in this region was like over time.
History
The museum was founded in 1970 by the Tularosa Basin Historical Society to preserve the legacy of early settlers and Native American communities in Otero County. This founding reflects the community's desire to document and protect its local story for those who come after.
Culture
The museum holds photographs and documents that show how families in the region lived across different generations. These materials reveal the daily habits and traditions of people who made this place their home.
Practical
The museum sits at 1004 North White Sands Boulevard and is easy to reach by the Z-Trans bus system, with a stop positioned directly across the street. This location makes it simple to visit as part of a day exploring the town.
Did you know?
The museum displays a rare American flag with 47 stars from 1912, marking the year New Mexico joined the Union as the 47th state. This flag is a scarce artifact from a brief period in American history when this design was actually in use.
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