Western Heritage Museum & Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame 
Bits & Pieces
January 18, 2018
Musings
In the Dark Opens Tonight

Sometimes scary, but always intriguing, darkness beckons exploration and represents the unknown. But it's also a natural evolutionary selective pressure that has caused plants and animals to adapt to ecosystems like caves, the deep sea,
the forest at night and life underground.

Since prehistoric times, humans have sought to nd utility in darkness and have invented ways to adapt to dark conditions. In In the Dark , guests experience and explore these mysteries via electronic, mechanical and computer interactives, immersive dioramas and lifelike models.

Be immersed in worlds of darkness. 

Upcoming Events
Thursday, January 18, 2018
5:30pm

Exhibit Opening

In the Dark

What lurks in the dark spaces on the earth? How could anything possibly live or grow? Come find out at this free opening. Refreshments will be served.



Saturday, January 27, 2018
10am-5pm

Family Fun Day

Details TBA




Current Exhibits

Coming Soon

In the Dark

January 18-May 13, 2018

Since prehistoric times, humans have sought to find utility in darkness, and have invented ways to acclimate to dark conditions. Visiting In the Dark, guests experience and explore these mysteries via electronic, mechanical and computer interactives, immersive dioramas and lifelike models.
Museum Minute

Getting into Museums
Part 4

We're doing a series talking to the staff about how they got into museums.  Part 4: Lucy Acosta, Part Time Staff. Click on the picture to watch the video.
Hours and Admission
Monday - Closed
Tuesday-Saturday - 10am-5pm
Sunday - 1-5pm

Adults:  $5
Senior (65+)/Students(6-18):  $3
Museum Members:  Free
Children 5 and under:  Free
NMJC Faculty/Staff/Students:  Free
Active Military/Veterans/First Responders:  Free

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Western Heritage Museum | 575-492-2678 | themuseum@nmjc.edu |
www.nmjc.edu/museum
1 Thunderbird Circle
New Mexico Junior College
Hobbs, NM 88240