Coronavirus Update 3/15/20
All Department of Cultural Affairs museums and historic sites, including this facility, are temporarily closed to the public as a public health precaution due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus). These closures are part of the larger effort by state government to minimize public exposure. Please continue to visit this website for updates and to explore online resources and collections.
Visit Us
The Museum is open Mon-Sat 9-5 and Sunday Noon to 5. We're located at 4100 Dripping Springs Road, Las Cruces, NM
From Interstate 25, take the University Exit (Exit 1) and go east 1.5 miles.
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Now on Exhibit: Saddle Makers of the Southwest
The Museum’s Horse & Cattle Barn is the site of a new, long-term exhibit celebrating the art of saddle making.
Saddles and saddle makers are an important part of ranching history in New Mexico and the Southwest. The saddle was the most critical tool of the cowboy; it was one of the most expensive purchases he would make, so he wanted a good, du. . .
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Collections
The Museum's research collections and archives document all aspects of farming and ranching in New Mexico.
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Support
Help preserve New Mexico's unique agricultural heritage by supporting educational programs and exhibitions at the Museum.
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Guided Tours
Guided tours are a fun and exciting way to see the museum and learn about our collections and current exhibitions.
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Facility Rentals
The museum, with its beautiful view of the Organ Mountains, offers several venues for small meetings or large banquets.
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