Event Category: History

Fort Stanton Flashlight Tour At Fort Stanton Historic Site 8/30/25, Saturday 7:30pm – 9:30pm Are you curious about what Fort Stanton is like after hours? Have you heard scary stories about its buildings? Do you like to poke around historic buildings at night? Fort Stanton offers flashlight walking tours of the grounds after hours, allowing visitors a […]

Step into the shadows of the Wild West with Lincoln After Dark: Murder and Mayhem Along the Most Dangerous Street in America. As night falls in the historic town of Lincoln, New Mexico, walk the very streets where notorious outlaws and lawmen once clashed in bloody battles. Encounter costumed actors who bring to life the […]

Join the Wingfield House Heritage Museum (WHHM) as we celebrate our one-year anniversary with an afternoon open house and an early-evening Business After Hours. From 2–4 PM, enjoy giveaways and hands-on activities, and take a guided look at the galleries with WHHM’s Manager and Curator, who will be on hand to answer questions. From 5–7 PM, stick […]

Join Sierra Club trip leader John Pijawka for a guided hike at Fort Stanton Historic Site on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 9 AM–12 PM. This easy 2.5–3 mile loop explores the scenic Snowy River National Conservation Area, with views of the Sacramento, Capitan, and Vera Cruz mountains. Learn about the area’s unique cave system, […]

Lincoln community members are hosting the 11th annual town celebration of Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead and Lincoln Historic Site plans to participate in celebrating this tradition to honor the Mexican settlers of the area. The community celebration includes live music, food vendors, and altars created by community members displayed throughout the historic […]

Come join in the fun in Capitan, NM and celebrate Smokey Bear’s birthday and the 50th anniversary of Smokey Bear Historical Park! This free event includes fire prevention & conservation tables, a hometown parade, the annual firefighter challenge, food, vendors, family-friendly activities, games & more! May 1-2,10am-4pm For location information, click here. Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/1855262838685312