New Mexico Museum of Space History

The New Mexico Museum of Space History is a leading educational institution headquartered in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The museum is dedicated to exploring the history, science, and technology of space, featuring some of the most significant artifacts and discoveries in space exploration history. Established in 1976, the museum is renowned for its extensive collection and commitment to educating visitors from around the world about New Mexico's vital role in the advancement of space travel. The museum complex encompasses a range of attractions, including the Museum of Space History, International Space Hall of Fame, John P. Stapp Air & Space Park, Daisy Track, Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center, New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium, Astronaut Memorial Garden, and Hubbard Space Science Research Building. As the designated archive for New Mexico’s Spaceport America, the world’s first commercial spaceport, the museum plays a crucial role in preserving the history of commercial spaceflight. As a Smithsonian Affiliate and an accredited member of the American Alliance of Museums, the New Mexico Museum of Space History adheres to the highest standards of excellence in museum practice. The museum also serves as the birthplace of the New Mexico Space Trail, a network of 52 historic sites showcasing the state's rich history of astronomy, space defense, and astronaut training. For more information about the museum and its various programs, please visit nmspacemuseum.org.