Welcome, Executive Director Karen Kincaid Brady!
The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs and the New Mexico Museum of Space History Commission is proud to announce the appointment of Karen Kincaid Brady as executive director of […]
Launch Pad Lecture: 49 & Counting – The NM Museum of Space History’s Countdown to 50
On October 3, Museum Education Director Michael Shinabery will bring to life the fascinating origins of the New Mexico Museum of Space History with his signature animated style and depth […]
Annual Trinity Site Tour Postponed
Annual Trinity Site Tour Saturday, October 18 6:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. (approximate time) Due to the Federal government shutdown, the Trinity Site Tour has been cancelled and will be […]
Experience Pure Awe: The Universe and Beyond in Ultra HD
Alamogordo, NM — Get ready to journey across the stars with infinite, bolder sights and resonant sounds. The New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium at the New Mexico Museum of Space […]
Climb the Cube: A 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Honoring Fallen Heroes
Alamogordo, NM – Be part of a commemorative celebration at the New Mexico Museum of Space History as we honor the bravery of 9/11 first responders with the invigorating Climb the Cube event […]
Launch Pad Lecture: Trailblazing Women of Space
On September 5, 2025, Carolyn Peeler will highlight the remarkable achievements of women identified by NASA as key trailblazers in the space program. She will explore their diverse backgrounds, their […]
NM Museum of Space History Welcomes Congressional Broadband Tour
On August 13, we had the honor of hosting the Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Congressional Broadband Tour in New Mexico. This memorable event brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and local […]
Jim Lovell, Legendary Apollo Astronaut and Hero, Dies at 97
James A. Lovell Jr., famed astronaut who flew on Apollo 8—the first mission to orbit the Moon—and commanded the dramatic Apollo 13 mission, passed away yesterday, August 7, 2025, in […]
NM Museum of Space History’s Launch Pad Lecture: Black Holes: Visualizing the Inconceivable
Guest Speaker: Guest Speaker Jon Brinkmann—retired affiliate professor at New Mexico State University and a veteran of the Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS). When: Friday, August 1, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM […]
New Talent Joins the New Mexico Museum of Space History
The New Mexico Museum of Space History welcomes two new employees, Brigette Smith and Levi Heisinger. Brigette is the museum’s new Front Desk Customer Service representative, and Levi joined as […]