Museums

Farmington Museum - The Farmington Museum operates four facilities featuring art, science and culture. For general information call (505) 599-1174 or contact the facilities listed below:

• Farmington Museum and Visitors Center at Gateway Park
  Experience a wide variety of exhibits relating to the diverse history of the area’s cultures, traveling exhibits, and national and regional juried arts shows. The featured exhibit, Farmington: 100 Years of Change, celebrates Farmington history. Lecture series, workshops and special demonstrations are offered year-round. The museum store, Currents, features exhibit-related merchandise, books on local and regional interests, toys and educational materials. The museum, store, and vistor's center is open Monday through Saturday 8am - 5pm with extended summer hours. Admission is free. 3041 E. Main, (505) 599-1174.
  
  
• E3 Children’s Museum & Science Center
  The museum offers hands-on, science-related interactive exhibits in the Main Gallery with special programs scheduled throughout the year.  The newly updated Tots Turf is a developmentally appropriate environment for children 5 and younger. Open Tuesday – Saturday, noon - 5pm. 302 N. Orchard, (505) 599-1425.
  
  
• Riverside Nature Center
  Observe birds and animals from large windows overlooking areas where food and water attract wildlife. Exhibits feature the plants and animals of the riverside with emphasis on historic uses and ecosystems. The Center’s hours vary by season and event. Animas Park, (505) 599-1422.
  
  
• Harvest Grove Farm & Orchards
  A variety of antique tractors and early agricultural equipment is on display at the Exhibit Barn. The San Juan County Farmers’ Market is held at the Exhibit Barn during late summer and early fall. Call for specific hours. Animas Park, (505) 599-1174.

Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village - Historical museum of northwest New Mexico. Stroll through the pioneer village - 14 original and replicated structures date from the 1880's. Outside exhibits feature oil and gas equipment, farm implements and machinery. Pioneer history is highlighted in photographs, archives, artifact exhibits and displays. Summer Hours 10am-5pm, April 1-Sept. 30 and Winter Hours 10am-4pm, October 1-May 31.  The museum is closed on Sundays, Mondays, and National Holidays. Admission is $3 adults, $1 ages 12-17, and under 11 free. 125 N. Main in Aztec. (505) 334-9829. http://www.aztecmuseum.org Email: aztecmuseum@sisna.com.

Bolack Museum of Fish and Wildlife presents a collection of mounted animals from throughout the world. Owned and operated by Tommy Bolack. Tours by appointment, (505) 325-4275. www.bolackmuseum.com.

Bolack Electromechanical Museum holds a collection of early items depicting development in electric power, telephone, communications, oil field equipment and the farming industry. Owned and operated by Tommy Bolack. Tours by appointment, (505) 325-7873. www.bolackmuseum.com.

San Juan County Museum at Salmon Ruins -The museum houses a permanent collection of Anasazi pottery, jewelry, fetishes, and replica tools and hunting equipment. Interactive displays focus on archaeological techniques and include an area for kids. Temporary exhibits explore various cultures of the Four Corners. The Museum Gift Shop offers jewelry, Navajo rugs, kachinas, books, posters and music. Open daily, 8 am - 5 pm. November-March, Sundays noon - 5 pm. Admission: adults-$3, seniors-$2, children 6-16-$1.00, Under 6-Free. 10 miles east of Farmington on Hwy. 64, (505) 632-2013. www.salmonruins.com.

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum is located in the Durango Railyard Roundhouse. This 12,000 square foot museum features two full-size locomotives, and other historic rolling stock, railroad art and collectibles. Open daily, hours correspond with depot hours. For information, call 970-247-2733. www.durangotrain.com.