Learn how we take care of our animals on the South 20.
Baby Animals
See baby animals and their moms and dads on the South 20.
Horse Shoeing
Watch horse shoeing demonstrations when available.
Parade of Breeds
Watch a Parade of Breeds during a special event and learn all about the different types of cattle that have lived in New Mexico for 400 years.
Riding Herd with Billy the Kid
Learn about the rise of the cattle industry in New Mexico.
Art Corridor
Enjoy artistic representations of livestock and wild animals in the Art Corridor and in Recent Aquisitions.
Husbandry
Learn about the use of tools for animal husbandry by watching our livestock staff in action.
Wildlife
See examples of taxidermied wild animals that roamed New Mexico before settlement.
Ponies & Horses
See the ponies and horses on the South 20.
Children can ride ponies on Saturday
from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. (cash only)
Dairy Spot
Head to the Dairy Spot: Discovery Center to learn about the production of milk, butter, ice cream, and more.
HOURS:
Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Museum & Gift Shop are closed on Sunday.
HOURS:
Tuesday-Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed Sunday & Monday
ADMISSION:
$5 Adults
$4 Senior citizens (60 and over)
$3 Children (4 to 17)
$2 Active U.S. military & veterans
Free Children 3 and under, Museum Friends members, and New Mexico senior citizens on Wednesdays
MISSION STATEMENT
The New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum connects the present generation to the history of farming and ranching in New Mexico, inspiring a deeper appreciation and understanding of the state’s rich heritage.
The museum accomplishes this by providing exhibitions and programs that enable its users to understand and learn from the past in ways that enrich their present lives and help them shape a better future.
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