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SUMMARY:Honoring the Legacy of the “Red Tails” at New Mexico Museum of Space History on March 26
DESCRIPTION:(Alamogordo\, NM) — History takes flight this month as New Mexico Museum of Space History hosts a tribute to the legendary “Red Tail Angels\,” the Tuskegee Airmen who broke racial barriers in World War II. The “Red Tails\,” fighter pilots escorted American bombers in missions over Europe with skill and perseverance that saved lives and paved the way for the desegregation of the U.S. military. \nThe Tuskegee Airmen\, known for the painted red tails on their planes\, broke racial barriers as the first African American fighter pilots while compiling an outstanding record for air combat. In collaboration with the Holloman AFB Tuskegee Airmen Chapter\, New Mexico Museum of Space History invites the public to learn about the courage\, skill\, and perseverance of America’s first Black military aviators. \nWhen: Thursday\, March 26\, 2026\, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \nWhere: New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Road 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM 88310 \nWhy: Learn the remarkable story of the service and sacrifice of the “Red Tails” and its impact on civil rights and aviation. \nFor more information\, visit nmspacemuseum.org\, or call (575) 437-2840. \n  \n\n  \nPortrait of Tuskegee airman Edward M. Thomas by photographer Toni Frissell March 1945
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/honoring-the-legacy-of-the-red-tails-at-new-mexico-museum-of-space-history/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Ancient Skies\, Modern Eyes: Museum of Space History and Jornada Research Institute Present Free Archaeoastronomy Program on Creekside Village Great Kiva
DESCRIPTION:(ALAMOGORDO\, NM) – The New Mexico Museum of Space History\, in collaboration with Jornada Research Institute\, will host a special free public presentation\, “ASTRONOMICAL ASSOCIATIONS OF THE CREEKSIDE VILLAGE GREAT KIVA AND THE AGRICULTURAL CYCLE\,” on Sunday\, April 12\, 2026\, at 2:30 p.m. in the New Horizons Dome Theater as part of the museum’s annual Archaeoastronomy outreach program. The presentation will last approximately 1.5 hours and will be followed by a question‑and‑answer session; regular theater programming will be suspended during this time. \nArchaeologist David H. Greenwald\, President and Director of Jornada Research Institute\, will demonstrate how the Creekside Village great kiva in Tularosa Canyon functioned as an astronomical observatory and horizon calendar. Using the eastern horizon as viewed from the great kiva\, Greenwald will show how specific celestial events\, including solstices and key lunar positions\, were tracked to guide agricultural activities\, a practice that continues today among Hopi\, Zuni\, Acoma\, and other Pueblo peoples of the American Southwest. \n“Between the physical archaeological remains and the implications from these remains\, Creekside Village may be one of the most important sites of this time period yet studied in New Mexico\,” said Greenwald. “The information we continue to gather is astounding.” \nGreenwald has focused on the archaeology of the Southwestern United States for the past 50 years\, conducting research on Hohokam\, Basketmaker\, and Pueblo groups in Arizona\, Colorado\, and New Mexico. After moving to Tularosa in 1997\, he founded Jornada Research Institute in 2012\, leading its mission to investigate the prehistory and history of the Tularosa Basin and surrounding areas. His research emphasizes sedentism and agriculture in the American Southwest\, including farming strategies\, architecture\, and the use of interior and exterior space. \nIn 2004\, Greenwald discovered Creekside Village in Tularosa Canyon. Initial surface indications suggested a site far more complex than any other known in the Tularosa Basin from the Mesilla phase (AD 200–1000)\, and subsequent Jornada Research Institute investigations have revealed dispersed pithouse villages with great kivas\, irrigation systems\, terraced agricultural fields\, and reservoirs dating to approximately AD 600–900. The great kivas identified at Creekside Village are the first recognized in the Tularosa Basin\, and some were used as celestial observatories; the irrigation systems emulate those found in Hohokam communities of southern Arizona\, although at a smaller scale. \nThrough continued JRI‑led research\, Greenwald and his colleagues determined that the Creekside Village great kiva was used to monitor the movements of the sun and moon\, tying celestial observations directly to agricultural cycles. These findings form the basis of his upcoming presentation at the New Mexico Museum of Space History\, where the Museum and Jornada Research Institute will bring this observatory and its cultural significance to the forefront of current archaeoastronomy studies. \nThis collaborative event is free and included with regular museum admission\, with seating available on a first‑come\, first‑served basis in the New Horizons Dome Theater. For more information about this program or the museum’s annual Archaeoastronomy program\, please contact the New Mexico Museum of Space History.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/ancient-skies-modern-eyes-museum-of-space-history-and-jornada-research-institute-present-free-archaeoastronomy-program-on-creekside-village-great-kiva/
LOCATION:New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Free Entry to NM Museums and Historic Sites for Active-Duty Military through Blue Star
DESCRIPTION:Santa Fe\, NM – Active-duty military personnel\, including National Guard\, Reserve\, and their families\, will receive free admission to the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs’ eight museums and eight historic sites this summer through the Blue Star Museums program. \nThe New Mexico Arts & Military program is launching the campaign to raise awareness of this opportunity for more than 43\,000 active-duty military members\, National Guard\, and their families in New Mexico. Free admission runs from Armed Forces Day\, May 16\, 2026\, through Labor Day\, September 7\, 2026. \nThe program includes free admission for up to five family members with a valid military ID. More information and a map of participating museums are available at arts.gov/initiatives/blue-star-museums. \n“Participating in the Blue Star Museums program is an incredible opportunity for DCA museums and historic sites to share New Mexico’s rich artistic\, historical\, and cultural offerings with active-duty service members and their families\,” said Kevin Lenkner\, Program Coordinator for New Mexico Arts & the Military. \nParticipating sites include eight state museums and eight historic sites across New Mexico\, including the Museum of International Folk Art\, National Hispanic Cultural Center\, New Mexico Museum of Space History\, Coronado Historic Site\, Lincoln Historic Site\, and Bosque Redondo Memorial. \nNMDCA also partners with the New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services to offer free one-time admission passes to veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 50% or higher. More information is available at nmdvs.org/state-veteran-benefits. \nAbout New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs: Created in 1978 by the New Mexico Legislature\, the Department of Cultural Affairs (NMDCA) is New Mexico’s cultural steward\, charged with preserving and showcasing the state’s cultural riches. With its eight museums\, eight historic sites\, arts\, archaeology\, historic preservation\, and library programs\, NMDCA is one of the largest and most diverse state cultural agencies in the nation. \nAbout New Mexico Arts: New Mexico Arts (NMA) is the state arts agency and a division of the Department of Cultural Affairs. NMA’s mission is to ensure the arts are central to the lives of New Mexicans\, including active-duty members of the military and their families\, as well as veterans. For more information about New Mexico Arts visit nmarts.org. \nAbout the New Mexico Museum of Space History: The New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo is a division of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs and a Smithsonian Affiliate\, showcasing the significant role New Mexico has played in the development of the U.S. space program and featuring the International Space Hall of Fame and the New Horizons Dome Theater. For more information\, email msh.info@dca.nm.gov or visit our website at www.nmspacemuseum.org \nView the Blue Star Museum Flyer here:  BlueStarMuseum_Flyer_2026_200dpi
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/free-entry-to-nm-museums-and-historic-sites-for-active-duty-military-through-blue-star/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
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SUMMARY:FREE STEM Classes for Kids at the BIG BANG!
DESCRIPTION:Join the fun at the Big Bang STEM Expo on Saturday\, June 27\, 2026\, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Tays Special Event Center at NMSU‑Alamogordo. This free\, family‑friendly event brings together hands‑on science activities\, rocket building\, bubble experiments\, asteroid mining\, sound science\, VR demos\, model airplane building\, and more. \nKids can sign up for small-group STEM classes starting at 10:00 am and again at noon\, with options like building solid‑fuel rockets\, exploring bubbles\, learning how sound works\, or creating an “Eggstronaut.” Many classes include a follow‑up rocket launch on July 18 at Mesa Verde Rocket Park. Class sizes are limited to 25\, and registration is required. \nThroughout the day\, you’ll also find interactive exhibits from groups like STARBASE Holloman\, Sunspot\, White Sands National Park\, Women in Aviation\, Spaceport America\, NMSU‑A’s VR Lab\, and others. Food will be available from the Sugar Bears truck. \nSTEM exhibitors can participate for free by offering a hands-on activity or demonstration. \nPerfect for families\, educators\, and curious minds of all ages—come explore\, learn\, and have fun with science! \nRegistration is open for students here: https://www.spacehalloffame.org/big-bang-rocketeer-registration/?visitorSource=PressRelease
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/big-bang-stem-expo-2026/
LOCATION:NMSU-Alamogordo\, 2400 N Scenic Drive\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Rocketeer Academy Summer Camp at the Museum of Space History
DESCRIPTION:Rocketeer Academy Summer Camp at the Museum of Space History \nTwo one‑week sessions: July 6–10 and July 13–17\, 2026. \nPrograms: Explorers (grades 3–5) and Challengers (grades 6–8)\, limited to 25 cadets each. Hands‑on activities include rocket building and launches\, solar system exploration\, night‑sky navigation\, coding\, drones\, and robotics. Cadets also learn about the museum’s 50‑year history and the upcoming International Space Hall of Fame induction. \nField trip: Holloman AFB and the 704th Test Group. Limited parent spots available with ID requirement. \nCost: $275\, includes lunches\, t‑shirt\, and field trip. \nLocation: Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Building at the New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo\, NM. \nHours: Mon–Thu 9–4\, Fri 9–12 with graduation and pizza party. \nRegister at SpaceHallofFame.org.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/rocketeer-academy-summer-camp-at-the-museum-of-space-history-2/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
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SUMMARY:International Space Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and 50th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:On October 3\, 2026\, the New Mexico Museum of Space History will host its 50th Anniversary Gala at the Tays Center in Alamogordo\, New Mexico. Titled “Golden Jubilee: 50 Years of Honoring Yesterday and Inspiring Tomorrow\,” this special evening will pay tribute to the museum’s legacy and give a glimpse into the future. The highlight of the gala will be the induction of a new class into the International Space Hall of Fame. \n\nChosen from a field of 45 distinguished nominees submitted nationwide\, this year’s inductees exemplify extraordinary achievements in space science and exploration. Honorees include the pioneering women of the Mercury 13\, Swiss astrophysicist Michel Mayor\, NASA astronauts Senator Mark Kelly and his twin brother Scott Kelly\, NASA mathematician Creola Katherine Johnson\, and Dolores “Dee” O’Hara\, the first nurse to care for America’s astronauts. \n\nThe museum first opened its doors in 1976 as the International Space Hall of Fame\, dedicated to recognizing the imagination\, achievements\, and determination of those who have advanced humanity’s understanding of the universe and expanded the boundaries of space exploration. Today\, the Hall of Fame includes 174 inductees\, including one team. \nFor more details about the 2026 Inductees\, visit this link to read the announcement from the International Space Hall of Fame.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/international-space-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony-and-50th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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