Arts & Culture

SPIRITS1B smVisit the many museums and historic attractions in Ruidoso and surrounding towns of Lincoln, Alto, Ft. Stanton, Carrizozo, Corona and Fort Sumner. We also have several event venues in the area that offer live music and performing arts! Whether it's a museum on Native American history or Billy the Kid, or dinner and a show at Flying J Ranch, you can't go wrong adding these destinations to your itinerary.    

Featured Arts & Culture


DJ’s Jewelry

  • 575-630-1514
  • 618 Carrizo Canyon Road., Ruidoso, NM, United States

Flying J Ranch

  • 575-336-4330
  • 1028 State Hwy 48, Alto, NM, 88312, United States
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Hurd La-Rinconada Gallery and Guest Homes

  • 575-653-4331
  • 105 La Rinconada Ln., Ruidoso, NM, United States

Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino

  • 800-545-9011
  • 287 Carrizo Canyon Road, Mescalero, NM, United States

Mountain Arts Gallery and Framing

  • 575-257-9748
  • 2530 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM, United States

Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts

  • 575-336-4800
  • 108 Spencer Dr, Alto, NM, 88312, United States

Tanner Traditions

  • 575-257-8675
  • 624 Sudderth, Ruidoso, NM, United States

Performing Arts and Live Music Venues

1852 Treaty Room

Nightclub on Carrizo Canyon Road in Mescalero.

  • 575-464-7777
  • 287 Carrizo Canyon Road, Mescalero, NM, 88340, USA

Flying J Ranch

Plan Your Visit The Ranch is open 6 nights a week (Monday-Saturday) from Memorial through Labor Day. For more info and tickets for the regular season click here. A typical evening at the Flying J Ranch begins with making reservations. Reservations are requested, but not required. Walk-ins are welcome, however, to help them with the […]

  • 575-336-4330
  • 1028 State Hwy 48, Alto, NM, 88312, United States

Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino

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Attention to detail best describes our guest rooms at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino. Whether you’re traveling independently, with a group, or as part of a meeting, you won’t find a more beautiful setting. A pleasing color palette relates the space to surrounding lands. From the warm glow of handcrafted lighting […]

  • 800-545-9011
  • 287 Carrizo Canyon Road, Mescalero, NM, United States

Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts

About Spencer Theater In the midst of 74 acres in rural Alto, NM, just outside of Ruidoso, is the astonishing Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts. The beauty of the building (and sculptures inside) alone is worth the short drive from Ruidoso. However, we highly recommend catching a show in the 514 seat theater where […]

  • 575-336-4800
  • 108 Spencer Dr, Alto, NM, 88312, United States

Wendell’s, Inn of the Mountain Gods

Inn of the Mountain God’s signature dining establishment features fresh seafood, aged steaks, delicately crafted desserts, and an impressive wine list. They’re open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner and also offer an extensive room service menu. Don’t forget to stop into Wendell’s Lounge adjacent to the restaurant for delicious appetizers, cocktails, and cozy fireside seating. […]

  • 1-877-277-4577
  • 287 Carrizo Canyon Rd., Mescalero, NM, United States

Win, Place, and Show

Bar on Sudderth Drive in Ruidoso.

  • 575-257-9982
  • 2516 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso, NM, United States

Museums

Billy the Kid Museum 

History Museum on Sumner Avenue in Fort Sumner.

  • 575-355-2380
  • 1435 Sumner Ave, Fort Sumner, NM, United States

Carrizozo Heritage Museum

History Museum on 12th Street in Carrizozo.

  • (575) 648-1105
  • 103 12th Street, Carrizozo, NM, United States

Corona Museum

History Museum on Main Street in Corona.

  • 575-512-5132
  • Main Street, Corona, NM, United States

Lincoln Courthouse Museum

Historical Museum on Calle la Placita in Lincoln.

  • 575-854-3600
  • Lincoln Courthouse Museum, Lincoln, NM

Lincoln State Monument

History Museum on Highway 380 in Lincoln.

  • 575-653-4372
  • Highway 380 Mm 97.5, Lincoln, NM, 88338, United States

Smokey Bear Historical Park and Museum

Everything you ever wanted to know about Lincoln County’s most famous bear. Kids love the full-size talking bear. You can view a short documentary in the small theater. It details the rescue of the bear cub found in a 17,000-acre forest fire in the Capitan Mountains. Smokey the Bear is buried in the park next […]

  • 575-354-2748
  • 118 Smokey Bear Blvd., Capitan, NM, United States

Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts

About Spencer Theater In the midst of 74 acres in rural Alto, NM, just outside of Ruidoso, is the astonishing Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts. The beauty of the building (and sculptures inside) alone is worth the short drive from Ruidoso. However, we highly recommend catching a show in the 514 seat theater where […]

  • 575-336-4800
  • 108 Spencer Dr, Alto, NM, 88312, United States

Weed World at Fox Cave

Cave, Museum and Gift Shop on Highway 70 in Ruidoso Downs.

  • 575-378-9954
  • 26897 US-70, Ruidoso Downs, NM

White Oaks Schoolhouse Museum

History Museum on  Schoolhouse Road in White Oaks.

  • 575-648-2521
  • Schoolhouse Road, White Oaks, NM, 88301, United States

Art Galleries

DJ’s Jewelry

Visit this log cabin to view DJ and Kelly’s designer collection of Native American jewelry in 14K gold and sterling, precious and semiprecious gemstones; specializing in quality domestic turquoise. Regular Hours Mon – Sat 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Sun Closed

  • 575-630-1514
  • 618 Carrizo Canyon Road., Ruidoso, NM, United States

Earth & Stone

Pottery Store on Sudderth Drive in Ruidoso.

  • 575-257-2768
  • 2117 Sudderth Dr., Suite 14., Ruidoso, NM, United States

Galleria West

They specialize in one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, fine arts, sculptures, pottery, and they’re the preferred dealer of Mill Creek and Big Sky brands! Come browse their store and find that unique gift for that special someone! They pride themselves in offering the most unique products available in the region, and bring the best of ‘small town’ […]

  • 575-257-4560
  • 2538 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM, 88345

Josie’s Framery

Art Gallery on Sudderth Drive in Ruidoso.

  • 575-257-4156
  • 2917 Sudderth, Ruidoso, NM, United States

Malkerson Gallery 408

Art Gallery on 12th Street in Carrizozo.

  • 575-648-2598
  • 408 12th Street, Carrizozo, NM, United States

Mountain Arts Gallery and Framing

Enjoy the work of renowned artists of the West and Southwest. Artwork by Teri Sodd and more.

  • 575-257-9748
  • 2530 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM, United States

Simons Jewelers

Jewelry Store on Mechem Drive in Ruidoso.

  • 575-937-7493
  • 712 Mechem Drive, Ruidoso, NM, United States

Tanner Traditions

Since 1972, the Tanner Family has worked directly with the Native People to bring their art and jewelry to the marketplace. The tradition continues here in Ruidoso with Lynn Tanner, a fifth generation Indian trader and his wife, Kathy Dawn.

  • 575-257-8675
  • 624 Sudderth, Ruidoso, NM, United States

The Adobe Fine Art

Art Gallery on Sudderth Drive in Ruidoso.

  • 575-257-5795
  • 2905 Sudderth, Ruidoso, NM, United States

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