Join rangers at Fort Stanton HIstoric Site on the second Saturday of each month from April to September to experience history brought to life! With regular admission, immerse yourself in themed days celebrating the Fort's rich history. Special activities include exclusive tours, children’s craft projects, demonstrations, and more. This month, celebrate Arbor Day and Earth Day with the "Trails and Outdoors" theme. Purchase tickets >>

Join ENMU-Ruidoso on April 10 and 12, 2024, for an insightful exploration of the history and legacy of nuclear weapons testing in Southern New Mexico. Hosted by ENMU-Ruidoso, this event features presentations from two published authors renowned for their expertise on the subject. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into this crucial chapter of Southern New Mexico's past. Event URL/Website: www.ruidoso.enmu.edu

Join ENMU-Ruidoso on April 10 and 12, 2024, for an insightful exploration of the history and legacy of nuclear weapons testing in Southern New Mexico. Hosted by ENMU-Ruidoso, this event features presentations from two published authors renowned for their expertise on the subject. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into this crucial chapter of Southern New Mexico's past. Event URL/Website: www.ruidoso.enmu.edu

Don't miss your chance to step back in time and experience the Old West as it comes alive at "Lincoln After Dark.” Witness history after hours, where the legends of Billy the Kid and the Lincoln County War await to share their stories with those brave enough to listen. Enjoy an evening of adventure, history, and intrigue in the heart of New Mexico's most legendary town. Buy Tickets >>

Join NMA for an in-person talk at Lincoln Historic Site with 2024 Artist-in-Residence Marcus Xavier Chormicle, exploring the Oryx species' legacy in Southern New Mexico. Through visual representations across the region, Chormicle delves into colonization histories. Don't miss this chance to engage with Chormicle's artistry and the residency project's cultural significance. Register at the event page >>

Be one of the few to explore the grounds and buildings of Fort Stanton after dark. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore the grounds and buildings of Fort Stanton after dark. These tours are conducted by site rangers, historians, and the Paranormal Society. The cost is $20 per person (adults and children). Buy tickets today >>

Don't miss this lively annual community Day of the Dead celebration in Lincoln, NM. Come and join the fun with live music, dance, family activities, face painting, altar offerings, arts and crafts, and food and drink. This community event is free to the public.

Illuminate history's secrets on this Fort Stanton Flashlight Tour. Venture into the shadows of history as you visit the chapel and hidden corners like the hospital's rear and building #4. Encounter the echoes of the past in a unique nighttime setting. Limited to 20 participants aged 12 and above. The ticket cost is $20, non-refundable. Flashlights are provided or bring your own. Buy Tickets >>

Illuminate history's secrets on this Fort Stanton Flashlight Tour. Venture into the shadows of history as you visit the chapel and hidden corners like the hospital's rear and building #4. Encounter the echoes of the past in a unique nighttime setting. Limited to 20 participants aged 12 and above. The ticket cost is $20, non-refundable. Flashlights are provided or bring your own. Buy Tickets >>

Step into history in the very footsteps of these legendary figures, feel the tension of the lawless times and immerse yourself in the gritty and exhilarating spirit of the frontier on a one-of-a-kind self-paced tour of “The Most Dangerous Street in America” on October 14, 2023.Buy tickets >>

Delve into the thrilling conclusion of this year's Lincoln Lecture series on October 7, 2023. Herb Marsh will illuminate "The Capture and Death of Billy the Kid," unveiling post-Lincoln County War escapades. From rustling to riveting chases, follow Billy's trail through New Mexico and beyond. Witness the saga unfold in the San Juan Church from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., gaining insights into this legendary outlaw's last stand.

Capture History Through Your Lens at Fort Stanton Photography Tour. Explore hidden corners and exclusive spots like the hospital's rear and building #4. Immerse yourself in the aged elegance of this historic gem. Limited to 12 participants, $20 per ticket. Buy Tickets >>

Join NM Historic Sites on September 2, 2023, for the captivating fourth installment of their Lincoln history lecture series. Brandon Dickson delves deep into "The Three Escapes of Billy the Kid," dissecting the intricacies of his exploits. From the Tunstall Store tragedy to daring jailbreaks, discover the untamed tales of Billy's life. Included with standard admission, this immersive journey into history is not to be missed.

Journey into the present past on this guided tour with Nuevo Mexico Profundo, a nonprofit organization founded to preserve New Mexico’s historic churches. The self-drive itinerary visits the St. Joseph Apache Mission in Mescalero, the St. Patrick Mission, and Santo Niño de Atocha Mission churches in Three Rivers, NM. Cost $50 per person. Buy Tickets>>

This annual event brings costumed re-enactors from the Civil War and Indian Wars era to the Fort for demonstrations, presentations, and live music. Additionally, the event brings authors, historians, photographers, artists, and various historical vendors to the site to share their crafts and other handiwork. Local food vendors provide sustenance for your day at the Fort.

History buffs won’t want to miss this presentation as part of the Lincoln Lecture series on Billy the Kid's place in pop culture, held at the Lincoln Historic Site's San Juan Church on Saturday, July 1, 2023, from 1-2 pm. The cost of the lecture is included with general admission. $ 7 per adult, children 16 and under are free. Purchase tickets >>

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn about the history of the Lincoln County War with Scott Smith. held on Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 1:00 to 2:00 pm at the San Juan Church in historic Lincoln, New Mexico. The cost is included in the price of admission to the Lincoln Historic Site. $7 for adults. Free for children 16 years and younger. Purchase tickets >>

Join the fun at Fort Stanton Historic Site. Lots of eggs to find and plenty of candy. Find a golden egg and win a culture pass. Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 1 pm to 4 pm. All ages are welcome. Baskets are not provided. For more information, please call 575-354-0341.

History buffs won’t want to miss this FREE guided tour to the site of John Tunstall’s murder with Historian Tim Roberts and Cartographer Billy Roberts. Interested participants should meet at the Billy the Kid Visitor Center in Ruidoso Downs and then caravan to the site. The tour ends in Lincoln with a follow-up talk at Bonito Valley Brewing Co. and a visit to John Tunstall’s gravesite. 4-wheel drive vehicles are recommended. 1/2 mile hike down an uneven trail.

Travel back in time to the 19th century and get a taste of what military life was like at Fort Stanton, New Mexico. In addition to historic demonstrations, a tour of the Fort’s cemetery will be at 1:00 PM. The day’s Garrison activities will be included in the Fort Stanton Historic Site entry price ($7 for adults. Free for children 16 years and younger). Learn more at FortStanton.org

Walk in the footsteps of Lincoln, New Mexico's most famous resident, Billy the Kid. This Bad Hoss History tour will trace Billy's path through Lincoln between 1877 and 1881.

Join Bad Hoss History April 28, 2022, from 6 - 7 pm in Historic Lincoln for this one-of-kind tour of the historic Lincoln County Courthouse, on the day and time that Billy the Kid made his infamous escape from the building 141 years ago.

Come out for this very special event at the Fort Stanton Veterans Cemetery honoring veterans with dedications, rifle salute, laying of the wreath and flags on all graves.

History buffs won’t want to miss this wild-west lecture by historian Dan Jones about the past-to-present story behind the legendary Lincoln County Angus V V Ranch hosted at the Hubbard Museum of the American West.

Join the staff of Fort Stanton and the members of Fort Stanton, Inc. for their second annual Mother’s Day Tea fundraiser featuring a Victorian-era tea party, costumed living historians, and a program about Victorian social etiquette.

Come for a talk and book signing at the Hubbard Museum of the American West presented by Dr. Cynthia E. Orozco for her new release “Adela Sloss-Vento: Mexican American Civil Rights Activist and Texas Feminist”. Dr. Orozco is a Professor of History and Humanities at Eastern New Mexico University in Ruidoso and a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and UCLA. This event is included with regular museum admission. Ruidoso Downs residents are only $1.

Aerial America: The Wild West whisks you across the western frontier, from the St. Louis Arch to the Pacific shores to the Alaskan wilderness. Come watch the many visual wonders and celebrate the men, women, and children who made their way across our nation and into the pages of history. This event is included with regular museum admission. Ruidoso Downs residents are only $1. This event is also made possible through the Smithsonian Affiliate program.