Billy the Kid National Scenic Byway - Ruidoso, NM
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member ganurse
N 33° 19.881 W 105° 35.733
13S E 444574 N 3688179
A unique and historical museum in Ruidoso, NM.
Waymark Code: WM3N4D
Location: New Mexico, United States
Date Posted: 04/23/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member MikeGolfJ3
Views: 40

New Mexico's Billy the Kid Trail received a National Scenic Byway designation from the Federal Highway Commission in June of 1998. Billy the Kid Trail pays tribute to the infamous "Wild West" outlaw and several other western icons, including Smokey the Bear.

The Interpretive center primarily orients visitors to the area encompassed by the Scenic Byway. Exhibits interpret some of the many stories of the region and provide information visitors need to plan a stay in Lincoln County, exploring the communities along the Byway.

Location - adjacent to the Museum of the Horse in Ruidoso Downs
Theme:
Cultural History


Food Court: no

Gift Shop: yes

Hours of Operation:
Thursday - Tuesday (closed Wednesday) 9am-5pm


Cost: 3.00 (listed in local currency)

Museum Size: Small

Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]

Street Address: Not listed

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