What to Expect at Night at the Museum

History comes alive after dark.

On Friday, July 31, 2026, the Tularosa Basin Historical Society Museum will open its doors for a special evening event unlike a traditional museum visit. From 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, guests are invited to experience Night at the Museum, an evening filled with history, storytelling, and community connection.

A visit to the museum is always an opportunity to step into the past, but Night at the Museum offers a unique way to experience the stories of the Tularosa Basin. Throughout the evening, guests will have the chance to explore the museum after hours while meeting costumed historical experts who will bring different chapters of history to life.

These costumed presenters will share stories, knowledge, and perspectives connected to the past, giving visitors the opportunity to interact with history in a way that goes beyond reading an exhibit label or viewing an artifact behind glass. Each conversation offers a glimpse into the lives, experiences, and events that helped shape the community we know today.

Museums preserve history through objects, but history has always been about people. Behind every photograph, document, artifact, and exhibit are the stories of individuals and communities. Events like Night at the Museum create an opportunity to connect those stories with the people who come through our doors.

Guests can take their time exploring the museum’s exhibits, discovering details they may have missed during a regular visit, and learning more about the collections that preserve the heritage of the Tularosa Basin. The evening provides a chance for longtime visitors and first-time guests alike to experience the museum from a new perspective.

The historic museum building itself adds another layer to the experience. Built in 1938, the Plaza Building has its own story to tell, having served the Alamogordo community in several roles before becoming the home of the Tularosa Basin Historical Society Museum. As visitors walk through the building during Night at the Museum, they are not only exploring history displayed inside the museum but also standing within a piece of local history itself.

In addition to the historical presentations and exhibit exploration, guests will have the opportunity to participate in a silent auction. The auction will feature items and experiences that help support the ongoing mission of the Tularosa Basin Historical Society Museum and its efforts to preserve, protect, and share the stories of the region.

Night at the Museum is more than an evening event. It is a celebration of the history, people, and community that make the Tularosa Basin special. It is a chance to gather together, learn something new, and experience the museum in a completely different way.

Whether you are passionate about local history, interested in discovering more about the community you call home, or simply looking for a memorable evening with friends and family, Night at the Museum welcomes you.

Come explore the exhibits, meet the storytellers, and discover the history waiting within the walls of the Tularosa Basin Historical Society Museum.

Because history is not just something we remember, it is something we experience.

Night at the Museum

Friday, July 31, 2026

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Free admission