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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
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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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:NM Museum of Space History's Launch Pad Lecture: “Wings of Courage: The Untold Story of WASP and the Superfortress in New Mexico”
DESCRIPTION:New Mexico Museum of Space History Launch Pad Lecture\nLecture Topic: “Wings of Courage: The Untold Story of WASP and the Superfortress in New Mexico”\nGuest Speaker: Jacquelyne Nichols\, NM Chapter of Women in Aviation\nLocation: New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\nDate: Friday\, July 3\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM \n(Alamogordo\, NM) – The New Mexico Museum of Space History invites the public to a powerful Launch Pad Lecture\, “Wings of Courage: The Untold Story of WASP and the Superfortress in New Mexico\,” on Friday\, July 3\, 2026\, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM in the New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium. \nGuest speaker Jacquelyne Nichols\, a veteran U.S. Marine Corps aviator and American Airlines A320 First Officer\, will spotlight the extraordinary bravery of the World War II Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). Nichols will share how these pioneering women flew everything from primary trainers to heavy bombers and helped change the course of aviation history. \nThe lecture will feature the gripping story of Dora Dougherty and Dorothea Moorman\, two WASP pilots who tamed the troubled B-29 Superfortress at Alamogordo Army Air Field. By confidently demonstrating the aircraft’s safety\, they helped restore trust in the bomber\, silenced skeptics\, and contributed to a pivotal shift in the war effort. \nNichols brings a wealth of real-world aviation and leadership experience to the presentation. She served 11 years on active duty in the U.S. Marine Corps\, flying helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft\, completing a combat deployment in Afghanistan where she earned a Strike Flight Air Medal\, and serving in Japan and Qatar before transitioning to the Marine Corps Reserves as an instructor pilot and Marine Liaison Officer. She continues to serve in the Reserves while attending Command and Staff College. \nNow an American Airlines A320 First Officer with a master’s degree in Public Leadership\, Nichols lives near her husband’s family ranch in La Luz\, New Mexico\, where she looks after a herd of horses\, goats\, and mini donkeys. She previously served as president of the New Mexico Chapter of Women in Aviation International and now acts as the Otero County Coordinator for the chapter. Nichols also serves on the Board of Directors for the International Space Hall of Fame Foundation and is a member of 100 Women Who Care Alamogordo\, reflecting her strong commitment to community and aviation outreach. \nThe Museum of Space History’s Launch Pad Lecture Series is held on the first Friday of each month in the New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium at the New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM. The program is free to attend\, and museum staff\, along with special guest speakers\, present topics spanning from space history to the future of space exploration. These Launch Pad Lectures are brought to you with the support of the International Space Hall of Fame.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/24043/
LOCATION:New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly 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.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
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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
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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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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