New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Albuquerque

Name: New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
Address: 1801 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, 87104, United States
Telephone: +1 505-841-2800

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New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science

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New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Albuquerque

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The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is a natural history and science museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico near Old Town Albuquerque. The Museum was founded in 1986. It operates as a public revenue facility of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1986 (38 years ago)Coordinates: 35°5'53"N, 106°39'58"W

Address

1801 Mountain Rd NWNorthwest Albuquerque (Sawmill Area)Albuquerque 87104 United States

Contact

+1 505-841-2800

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Day trips

New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Rosenwald Building, Albuquerque Convention Center, Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, San Felipe de Neri Church.

1.3 miSE
Shopping, Department store
Rosenwald Building, Albuquerque
33 min walk • The Rosenwald Building is a historic building located in Downtown Albuquerque, New Mexico. Designed by Henry Trost of the El Paso firm of Trost & Trost and built in 1910, it was the first reinforced concrete building in the city.
1.3 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Convention center
Albuquerque Convention Center, Albuquerque
33 min walk • Albuquerque Convention Center is a multipurpose convention and performing arts center in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It is New Mexico's largest convention center.
~620 ftW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, Albuquerque
4 min walk • The Albuquerque Museum, formerly known as the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, is a public art and history museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
~1300 ftSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Building
San Felipe de Neri Church, Albuquerque
7 min walk • San Felipe de Neri Church is a historic Catholic church located on the north side of Old Town Plaza in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
1.2 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows
KiMo Theater, Albuquerque
30 min walk • The KiMo Theatre is a theatre and historic landmark located in Albuquerque, New Mexico on the northeast corner of Central Avenue and Fifth Street.
0.9 miN
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Albuquerque
24 min walk • The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, located in Albuquerque, is owned and operated by the 19 Indian Pueblos of New Mexico and dedicated to the preservation and perpetuation of Pueblo Indian Culture, History and Art.
~660 ftSE
Museum, Science museum, Children's museum
Explora, Albuquerque
4 min walk • Explora is a science center in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, located near Old Town Albuquerque. Its name is the imperative form of the Spanish language verb explorar, which means to explore.
1.1 miE
Nightlife, Outdoor seating, Live music
Marble Brewery, Albuquerque
29 min walk • Marble Brewery is a brewery in Albuquerque, New Mexico, founded in 2008. Its main brewhouse is located in downtown Albuquerque on Marble Avenue, which gave the brewery its name. The 30 barrel brewhouse is responsible for brewing all classic and seasonal styles, including Marble's most popular brew, Double White.
0.9 miW
Over 1.5 miles of walkable garden paths
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, Albuquerque
24 min walk • The ABQ Biopark Botanic Garden is a 36-acre botanical garden located at 2601 Central Avenue NW in Albuquerque, New Mexico, beside the Rio Grande.
1.2 miSE
Shopping
Maisel's Indian Trading Post, Albuquerque
31 min walk • Maisel's Indian Trading Post was located in the city of Albuquerque, county of Bernalillo, in the U.S. state of New Mexico. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places listings in Bernalillo County, New Mexico in 1993.
1.4 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Sunshine Building, Albuquerque
35 min walk • The Sunshine Building is a historic six-story building in downtown Albuquerque, New Mexico. It was built in 1924 by local theater owner Joseph Barnett and houses the Sunshine Theater as well as commercial space and offices.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science open?

New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science?

Nearby attractions include Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, Albuquerque (4 min walk), Explora, Albuquerque (4 min walk), Our Lady of the Angels School, Albuquerque (7 min walk), San Felipe de Neri Church, Albuquerque (7 min walk).

How to get to New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science by public transport?

The nearest stations to New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science:

Bus

Old Town • Lines: 766, 777 (9 min walk)
West Downtown • Lines: 766, 777 (16 min walk)

Train

Aquarium/Garden Station (24 min walk)
Tingley Station (25 min walk)