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Museum E-Publishes Curation Paper Number Six
The New Mexico Museum of Space History (NMMSH) is pleased to announce publication of the sixth in a series of papers by the museum’s Curation Department, Curation Paper . . .

IMAX Movies

Coming Soon! Air Racers - Starting May 25th
Air Racers is the first-ever IMAX theatre film devoted to the fastest race in the world: the leg. . .

Featured Exhibit
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Messengers from Space: Meteorites in Science and Lore
More rare than diamonds, platinum, or rubies, meteorites have long been venerated and feared by people around the world. Not until two hundred years ago however, did scientists begin to study these messengers from space, . . .
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Rockets!
Rockets! This exhibit summarizes the historical development of rocketry, and honors many pioneers in the field. Significant artifacts fill the gallery. Don't miss the distinct sound signatures of different r. . .
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Daisy Track (Outdoor Exhibit) & X-37
In operation from 1955 to 1985, the Daisy Decelerator (named after the Daisy Air Rifle) was an air-powered sled-track used to study the effects of acceleration, deceleration, and impact on the human body and various equip. . .
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The X-Prize/X-Cup
The X-Prize/X-Cup exhibit describes the competition that led "Space Ship One" to become the first manned commercial ship to journey into space and return safely. The X Prize Cup is an ongoing contest hosted . . .
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The Basin Overlook
The Basin Overlook exhibit answers the question "Why the New Mexico Museum of Space History?" by highlighting events in the Tularosa Basin and greater New Mexico that advanced our exploration and knowledge o. . .
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Looking Out, Looking Back
Looking out, looking back. Before man could travel in space, satellites explored the unknown frontier, testing for possible fatal effects of space travel. Today satellites help to conserve and manage resourc. . .
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Plan Your Visit

Open every day except Christmas and Thanksgiving
9am-5pm.

Admission:
Adults $6.00
Children (4-12) $4.00
senior, military and combo discounts »

Located at the top of Highway 2001
Alamogordo, NM 88310
Voice: (575) 437-2840
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The Governors Commission is the group appointed by the Governor comprised of leaders in the scientific, education and political communities responsible for the oversight of the New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo. In keeping with a desire to fulfill their duties as representatives of the public trust, this direct email link has been added to our site. All emails received will be directly forwarded, and distributed to the respective Commissioners. Please note your name and district of residence in your email. Your suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

  • Lisa Thomassie - Member, At-Large
  • Jill Gutierrez - District 7
  • Matthew Alsleben - Member, At- Large
  • Daniel L. Sandoval - Member, At- Large
  • Dr. William Dettmer - Member, At-Large
  • Michael Kelley - District 7
  • Ed Brabson - District VI
  • Jamai Blivin - District II
  • Dr. Donald Elder, III - District IV
  • Jacqueline S. Fryer - District V

Contact the Commission at msh.commissioners@state.nm.us

May 16th in Space History

    • 1969: The Soviet's Venera 5 spacecraft lands on the planet Venus.
    • 2011: STS-134, the 25th, and final flight of Space Shuttle Endeavour; the shuttle takes five astronauts and an Italian cosmonaut to the International Space Station in a mission lasting 15.75 days.