Las Cruces, New Mexico
Founded in 1849, Las Cruces, New Mexico culture, music, and arts reaches back at least 4,000 years. Native American Indians, Spanish explorers, Mexican colonists, American settlers, and Wild West outlaws have all called the Mesilla Valley home.
The indelible mark of each culture can be seen in Las Cruces today. This crossroads of cultures makes Las Cruces one of the most interesting and culture rich places you will find in the United States. Las Cruces is also home to one of the a nationally recognized symphony orchestra, plus many museums, more than 40 galleries, and over 200 artists.
Discover these great cultural experiences and so much more:
- Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra
- The Rio Grande Theatre
- Las Cruces Museum of Art
- New Mexico Farm and Ranch Museum
- Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery
- Art Obscura
- Mesquite Art Gallery
- Las Cruces Museum of Nature and Science
- Las Cruces Railroad Museum
- New Mexico State University Museums
- Las Cruces Community Theatre
Enrich your life with community events like:
- The Downtown Farmers’ and Crafts Market of Las Cruces – Voted “Number One Large Farmers Market in the Nation” in America’s Farmland Trust’s 2011 nationwide poll.
- New Mexico State Fair
- Hatch Chile Festival
- Downtown Las Cruces SalsaFest
- Monuments to Main Street
- The Las Cruces Chile Drop
- Diez y Seis de Septiembre Fiesta
- Harvest Wine Festival
- Mesilla Valley Jazz Happening
- NMSU Sports Events
- The Las Cruces Home Builders Association: Showcase of Homes
- So much more!
Las Cruces continues to make its way onto “Best Of” lists year after year!
LAS CRUCES RANKINGS
A taste you will only find in
New Mexico
New Mexico is world famous for its Hatch Green Chile and authentic Mexican Food. But that’s not all we have to offer.
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