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SUMMARY:Dec. 10 - Farm La-La
DESCRIPTION:Experience a fun\, festive winter evening at the fourth-annual Farm La-La at New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum. Families can take trolley rides across the bridge and around the lighted\, 47-acre campus\, take part in fun activities like ornament making\, tour exhibits and galleries\, and enjoy hot chocolate and s’mores. Santa will be here from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Only $5.00 per family.
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/farm-la-la-2025/
LOCATION:New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum\, 4100 Dripping Springs Road\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Museum Event
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251122T210450Z
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SUMMARY:Nov. 23 - HomeGrown: A New Mexico Food Show & Gift Market
DESCRIPTION:This eleventh-annual event showcases the food grown in New Mexico.  The Museum partners with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture for this popular two-day event as gift-giving season approaches. Attendees can expect about 60 vendors\, the majority representing a variety of food and beverage companies from around the state\, many of which are New Mexico —Taste the Tradition® and Grown with Tradition® members. Each booth will offer locally produced products\, such as salsas\, nuts\, candy\, and wine for attendees to sample and purchase. The show also features handmade art and crafts made from agricultural resources. Admission is $10 per vehicle. 
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/2025-23-homegrown-a-new-mexico-food-show-gift-market/
LOCATION:New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum\, 4100 Dripping Springs Road\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Museum Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T160000
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SUMMARY:Nov. 22 - HomeGrown: A New Mexico Food Show & Gift Market
DESCRIPTION:This eleventh-annual event showcases the food grown in New Mexico.  The Museum partners with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture for this popular two-day event as gift-giving season approaches. Attendees can expect about 60 vendors\, the majority representing a variety of food and beverage companies from around the state\, many of which are New Mexico —Taste the Tradition® and Grown with Tradition® members. Each booth will offer locally produced products\, such as salsas\, nuts\, candy\, and wine for attendees to sample and purchase. The show also features handmade art and crafts made from agricultural resources. Admission is $10 per vehicle.  \nDuring this event\, kids and families can get a taste of the Ag Wagon education program on Saturday\, Nov. 22\, from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants will learn about sheep and spin their own wool bracelets.
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/2025-homegrown-a-new-mexico-food-show-gift-market/
LOCATION:New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum\, 4100 Dripping Springs Road\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Museum Event
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SUMMARY:Free Entry for Active-Duty Military Families - Blue Star Summer Final Day!
DESCRIPTION:Active-duty military personnel\, including National Guard and Reserve\, and their families received free admission to any of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs’ eight museums and eight historic sites this summer through the Blue Star Museums program. This offered a chance to explore the history and culture of the state from Armed Forces Day\, May 17 through Labor Day\, September 1\, 2025. \nThe free admission extends to up to five family members. Qualified members must show a valid military ID. For more information about Blue Star Museums\, including a map of participating museums\, visit https://www.arts.gov/initiatives/blue-star-museums.
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/free-entry-for-active-duty-military-families-blue-star-summer-final-day/
LOCATION:NM
CATEGORIES:2025 Museum Event
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SUMMARY:Free Entry for Active-Duty Military Families - Blue Star Summer Begins!
DESCRIPTION:Active-duty military personnel\, including National Guard and Reserve\, and their families can receive free admission to any of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs’ eight museums and eight historic sites this summer through the Blue Star Museums program. This offers a chance to explore the history and culture of the state from Armed Forces Day\, May 17 through Labor Day\, September 1\, 2025. \nThe free admission extends to up to five family members. Qualified members must show a valid military ID. For more information about Blue Star Museums\, including a map of participating museums\, visit https://www.arts.gov/initiatives/blue-star-museums.
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/free-entry-for-active-duty-military-families-blue-star-summer-begins/
LOCATION:NM
CATEGORIES:2025 Museum Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T100000
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SUMMARY:25th Anniversary: Blessing of the Fields
DESCRIPTION:New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum will celebrate an old tradition with the annual Blessing of the Fields procession on Friday (May 16). \n \n\nFrom 10 – 11 a.m.\, the colorful procession around the Museum grounds begins with the blessing the animals\, plants\, and acequia.\nVisitors who come to the Museum to participate in the procession will not be charged admission. Admission will be free until 12 p.m. Plants grown in the Museum’s greenhouse will be for sale.\nThe event begins with the Prayer of the Four Directions\, led by Patrick Narvaez\, Cacique of La Corporacion de los Indigenes de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe de Tortugas\, and Tortugas Pueblo.\nLeading the procession will be Most Reverend Peter Baldacchino\, Bishop of the Las Cruces Diocese.\nStudents from Las Cruces Catholic Schools will be among the participants.\nThe San Ysidro bulto (carving) carried during the procession was created by Las Cruces artist Virginia Maria Romero.\n\nThis marks the 25th year that the museum has held this program\, which focuses on a long and rich history. San Ysidro\, the patron saint of farmers\, lived from 1070 to 1130. He worked in the fields for a wealthy landowner and was known for his devotion to God\, his humility\, and his generosity to those less fortunate than him. San Ysidro’s story has been passed down through the generations and still inspires many farmers and their families in the Mesilla Valley. For many years\, workers in San Miguel would make a pilgrimage each May\, stopping at all the villages along the valley. \nNew Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum is located at 4100 Dripping Springs Road in Las Cruces. For more information\, call (575) 522-4100.
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/25th-anniversary-blessing-of-the-fields/
LOCATION:New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum\, 4100 Dripping Springs Road\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Museum Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T120000
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SUMMARY:Clean-Up Event
DESCRIPTION:You can make a difference! Whether you’re an individual\, family\, or group\, your time and effort can help us keep Las Cruces beautiful and healthy. Join us to help keep our beautiful state clean! \nJoin us for a cleanup in preparation for Blessing of the Fields (May 16\, 2025). We would appreciate your help to #KeepLitterOut\, a statewide initiative. Areas that need cleaning up include the gardens\, exterior and parking lot\, and perimeter of livestock barns\, blacksmith shop\, and greenhouse. \n\nWhen: May 14\, 2025\, from 10 a.m. to noon\nWhere to meet: 4100 Dripping Springs Road\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\nWhat is provided: Trash bags\nWhat to bring: Volunteers are encouraged to bring gloves.\nLearn more: BreakingBadHabits.NM.Gov\n\nFor more information\, contact Deputy Director Naomi Terry at naomi.terry@dca.nm.gov
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/clean-up-event/
LOCATION:New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum\, 4100 Dripping Springs Road\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Museum Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T120000
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SUMMARY:Moon Tree Unveiling
DESCRIPTION:A loblolly pine seed flew around the moon and back has set its roots at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum. Our “Moon Tree” is part of a new generation of Moon Trees traveled into lunar orbit aboard the Orion spacecraft as of part of NASA’s Artemis I Program. \n\nWhat: Join us for a historic unveiling of the Moon Tree\nWho: New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum\nWhen: April 11\, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\nWhere: outdoor classroom (formerly known as the Discovery Garden)\n\nMoon trees’ history began with astronaut Stuart Roosa\, a former Forest Service smokejumper\, who brought seeds to space on the Apollo 14 in 1971. Curator Brittany Porter researched that when the seeds arrived back on Earth\, they were germinated\, planted\, and became the first generation of Moon Trees. This first generation of trees was disseminated to national monuments and dignitaries around the world celebrate the nation’s bicentennial. \nInstructional Coordinator Paul Steward applied on behalf of the Museum in September 2023 and the seedling arrived at the end of April last year. \n  \nMedia Contact \nAlison Penn \nPublic Relations Specialist \nalison.penn@dca.nm.gov \n575-740-5957
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/moon-tree-unveiling/
LOCATION:NM
CATEGORIES:2025 Museum Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T160000
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SUMMARY:Cowboy Days
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the state’s ranching traditions at the 25th annual Cowboy Days event featuring cowboy demonstrations\, music\, food trucks\, the Parade of Breeds cattle program\, hands-on activities\, and more. See below for a schedule of events. \n(Tira Howard Photo) Livestock Manager Greg Ball works with the American Brahman bull in the Round Pen at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum.\nAll Day Events  \n9:00 am – 4:00 pm \n\nBlacksmith (Blacksmith Shop & Witte Cabin)\nWonder on Wheels Van (Watering Place)\nSpinning Demo (Lobby)\nCrow & Karla (Theater)\nNew Mexico Historic Sites (Courtyard)\nChildren’s Activities (Courtyard)\n\nSchedule of Events (subject to change)  \n9:00 am – 10:00 am \n\nSouthwest Dairy Program (Dairy Spot)\n\n10:00 am – 11:00 am \n\nWorking Dogs Demo (Sheep Barn)\nHorseshoeing (10 am – 10:30 am at Horse and Cattle Barn)\nParade of Breeds (10:30 am – 11:30 am at Round Pen)\nAgWagon (10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Chuck Wagon in the Riding the Herd Exhibit)\nPony Rides (Pony Barn)\n\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\nSouthwest Dairy Program (Dairy Spot)\nBoot Boogie Babes (Courtyard)\n\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm  \n\nWorking Dogs Demo (Sheep Barn)\nCastro Family (Round Pen)\nLos Chile Rellenos Band (Courtyard)\n\n1:00 pm – 2:00 pm \n\nHorseshoeing (1:00 pm – 1:30 pm at Horse and Cattle Barn)\nSouthwest Dairy Program (Dairy Spot)\nParade of Breeds (1:30 pm – 2:30 pm at Round Pen)\nPony Rides (Pony Barn)\nLos Chile Rellenos Band (Courtyard)\n\n2:00 pm – 3:00 pm \n\nWorking Dogs Demo (Sheep Barn)\nPony Rides (Pony Barn)\nBack Country Horseman (Dairy Barn)\nDzaki Sukarno (Courtyard)\nBoot Boogie Babes (Courtyard)\n\n3:00 pm – 4:00 pm    \n\nSouthwest Dairy Program (Dairy Spot)\nCastro Family (Round Pen)\nDzaki Sukarno (Courtyard)\n\n 
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/cowboy-days-2025/
LOCATION:New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum\, 4100 Dripping Springs Road\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Museum Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T100000
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SUMMARY:Cowboy Days: School Day
DESCRIPTION:This 25th-annual event features cowboy demonstrations\, music\, and activities that celebrate the state’s ranching traditions for students. The Museum is open to the public and regular admission applies.
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/cowboy-days-school-day-2/
LOCATION:New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum\, 4100 Dripping Springs Road\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Museum Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T031153
CREATED:20250110T235955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T174445Z
UID:15691-1737637200-1737648000@nmfarmandranchmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening: New Mexico AgrAbility
DESCRIPTION:New Mexico AgrAbility sheds light on how farmers and ranchers with disabilities in rural areas overcome challenges to maintain their livelihoods and agricultural production. \nAn opening reception will be held in the Traditions and Legacy galleries on Jan. 23 at 1:00 p.m. Admission to the reception is free\, but regular admission applies to the Museum. \nVisitors can engage with stories about farmers and ranchers who have overcome physical and mental challenges in their pursuit of their agricultural careers. The exhibit features a tractor simulator\, which is an actual cab of a tractor designed for individuals with physical barriers\, fiberglass cows\, and a hoop house to immerse the visitors in what AgrAbility is all about. \nAgrAbility is a U.S. Department of Agriculture program to assist farmers\, food growers\, and farm families who are touched by a disability\, chronic health problem\, or just getting older\, which affects their ability to take part in an agricultural lifestyle. Imagine having a leg prosthesis and trying to drive a farm tractor\, or a bad back and trying to ride a horse to round up cattle. People have overcome those challenges with help from the AgrAbility program. \n\nRead Full Press Release
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/exhibit-opening-new-mexico-agrability/
LOCATION:New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum\, 4100 Dripping Springs Road\, Las Cruces\, NM\, 88011\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Museum Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T031153
CREATED:20211026T184625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251122T212106Z
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SUMMARY:HomeGrown: A New Mexico Food Show & Gift Market (2025)
DESCRIPTION:HomeGrown: A New Mexico Food Show & Gift Market returns for the eleventh year (2025) at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum. \nHomeGrown will take place on Saturday\, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday\, Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $10 per vehicle\, and the first 100 vehicles at the event each day will receive a free shopping bag. \nWith the holiday season is right around the corner\, HomeGrown is a great opportunity to sample and shop for New Mexico award-winning food products. The New Mexico Department of Agriculture again will be partnering with the Museum to co-host the show. \nThe majority of vendors will be representing a variety of food companies from around the state and all of which are New Mexico —Taste the Tradition® and Grown with Tradition® members. Each booth will offer locally produced products\, such as award-winning salsas and wine\, for attendees to sample and purchase. The show also features crafts made from agriculture resources and hand-made art. \nAdmission ($10 per vehicle) includes all of the regular Museum offerings.
URL:https://nmfarmandranchmuseum.org/event/homegrown-a-new-mexico-food-show-gift-market-2025/
LOCATION:NM
CATEGORIES:2021 Museum Event,2025 Museum Event
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