This is one of the coolest museums I have visited. Not only am I interested in environmentalism,…read morebut I also find this cultural icon quite charming. I think Smokey is one of the few real heroes out there, who have made their way into pop culture. I also think that everyone has had a Smokey the bear t-shirt at some point in their life, maybe a hat? Coming here, I learned about the origin of fire towers and controlled fires. There is reference to firefighters and firefighting, so this may also pass as a fire fighter museum. But the real reason I came here was to admire and look at the memorabilia of Smokey the bear. I really enjoyed seeing all the toys and items collected by the museum. I am really happy to have made it here.

We went around 9am on 12/28. We were greeted promptly and enthusiastically. The self guided tour…read morewas informative and interesting. The only reason for the 3 star review was when we finished the tour, we went back for some questions. Personnel were nowhere to be found. Also the gift shop was closed, even though the hours said 10-430. That disappointed my son.

Our road trip today took us back through the town of Lincoln to Fort Staton. Named for Captain…read moreHenry W. Stanton, who was killed in a skirmish with the Apaches, Fort Stanton was built in 1855 by soldiers of the 1st Dragoon and the 3rd and 8th Infantry Regiments to serve as a base of operations against the Mescalero Apache Indians. It served as a military fortification through 1896. Built of local stone, the sturdy 1855 buildings have lasted to this day. The Fort was named for Captain Henry W. Stanton, killed fighting the Apaches in 1855 near present day Mayhill. Troops marched out from the Fort to search for and fight the Mescalero Indians during numerous campaigns from 1855 until the 1880's. One of the best preserved forts in America from that Era. Then passed by the cemetery and up to Mt. Serra Blanca reaching 10,090 ft. Beautiful scenery. Worth the trip!

This was a wonderful historic find for me. The Officer's quarters were left almost original. The…read morevolunteer had tons of fun information. I could almost picture myself there. Go.. you'll be happy you did.

I saw this museum many times featured on Mysteries at the Museum…read more It's not huge if you are expecting a Smithsonian but it's a very valuable and interesting museum I very much enjoyed my visit. Lots of interesting items on the inside and the grounds and views from where the museum sits is worth the stop in. I will visit again when in the area or traveling with people who have not been before.

This Smithsonian Affiliate museum was a nice surprise to find in Ruidoso. There are two floors of…read moreexhibits. Many of the items were donated by the same person- Anne Stradling. There is quite a bit of information about her life throughout. I especially loved the Native American jewelry exhibit. There are many exquisite (and probably expensive) pieces on display, most donated to the museum by Anne Stradling. Cost: $7 for adults. Be advised: I couldn't find a water foundation inside but water is for sale.

Wow...what a beautiful preserve Fort. Made me feel like I was back in time…read more Staff and volunteers were friendly, helpful. Nice short video to give you some insight into what happened during the days of the activity at the Fort. Some of the buildings are being renovated to help the structure and preserve what damage was done due to time but that doesn't make the area less amazing. If you are interested into history it is one I highly recommend seeing.

A must see when visiting or moving to Lincoln County New Mexico. From Black Jack Pershing to…read moreBuffalo Solders, German internment to current days, really interesting site!

A fun historic site in the old west town of Lincoln. Not many options as far as food or drink, but…read morea very pleasant way to spend the day learning about cattle rustlers and the like!

Great fun for all ages. From bullet holes to babbling brook, a walk through Old Lincoln is a step…read moreinto the 1800s!

I'll start by saying I do not believe in aliens. I do not believe in conspiracy theories. Yet I am…read moreobsessed with aliens and UFO's. As soon as we decided to come to New Mexico - I knew I had to come Roswell to the UFO museum. Since I am a bit obsessed with the Roswell incident. You know the weather balloon crash. So I get in the museum and I start reading everything and listening to all the testimony. And I actually started to believe that it wasn't a weather balloon. Until I read the statement from the funeral parlor director. Supposedly the army officers requested 4' caskets. Really - aliens? And your big concern is the size of the casket? They can't go in a regular size one?? Besides we all know that the aliens get stored in the lab at Area 51. In glass jars.

I was in town visiting family and of course I had to check the UFO museum out! Everything in…read moreRoswell is super cheap if you're from CA. So the $7 entrance fee was a super deal! All you have to do is be curious to come here. They have everything on display chronologically, some interesting visual displays, and it's a self guided with lots of captivating stories and tangible materials as it relates to the existence of aliens and UFO's. I went through here in about an hour. It would take you much longer if you read everything on display. Lots of the stories on the timeline are fascinating. I thought it was well put together and should be thrilling for the alien enthusiasts. After checking out all the museum displays, there's a decent sized gift shop offering various types of merchandise. I got a cool fridge magnet as a souvenir for visiting this infamous museum. If you ever come to Roswell, whether you are into or believe in aliens, you have to visit the UFO Museum. It represents what Roswell is known for, and it's just an overall interesting experience with everything chronologically displayed nicely.

The educational facility has a very bad first impression,…read moreThey misspelled receipt on the admission tickets. Over priced gift shop . A long walk to theatre. Handicap taking is available there.

a month ago What an…read moreexperience! The Museum of Space History was not only educational but also super fun and interesting. Starting with the gravesite of Ham, the first chimp in space, everything from the moon replica to historical movies props my favorite area. You start from the fifth floor and go down to the first floor. You can also watch a film which was sad to say was not able to do. If you love space a must stop place to see.

A wonderful little museum with a great gift/book shop . Nicely maintained displays of railroad and…read moreranch history including an amazing barbed wire collection. Well worth a stop.

From the owner: Step back in time in our immersive galleries - ranch kitchen, miner's cabin, schoolhouse - all…read moreoutfitted with genuine artifacts from families in out town and county.

Doesn't look like much, pretty run down, so it does look "historical". They have histories of the…read morerailroad there and off the area. But mostly I went for the annual art and wine festival which turned out really nice! $15 entry for sod at each winery. Lots of other booths with goodies/ I liked the chocolate tastings! I even bought a pecan pie! I heard it was held the first weekend in august each year. I will be back! Loads of fun with my friends.

Such a fun little place! It is educational & interesting. There is a lot of reading to go along…read morewith photos & models.