OLD COAL MINE MUSEUM

CERRILLOS, NM

Blossoming Bradford Pear Bradford Pear (Pyrus calleryana) is a species of pear tree native to China and Vietnam. Despite its offensive odor, it is widely planted throughout the United States and is popular in Santa Fe. Alas, it is increasingly regarded as an invasive species. Sure is pretty, though, first thing in Spring.
Blossoming Bradford Pear Credit: pecooper98362

The Old Coal Mine Museum in Cerrillos, NM is a historic site that takes visitors back in time to the days when coal mining was the backbone of the local economy. The museum is housed in the original 1890s coal mining office building, and it features exhibits and artifacts that showcase the history of coal mining in the area.

The museum's main exhibit is a replica of a coal mine, complete with a mining car, tools, and equipment. Visitors can walk through the exhibit and get a sense of what it was like to work in the mine. There are also displays of antique mining equipment, photographs, and documents that provide a glimpse into the daily lives of the miners and their families.

In addition to the mining exhibits, the museum also features a gift shop with souvenirs and local crafts, as well as a picnic area for visitors to enjoy. The museum is open from March to November and offers guided tours for groups of 10 or more.

Overall, the Old Coal Mine Museum is a fascinating and educational destination for anyone interested in the history of coal mining in New Mexico. It provides a unique glimpse into a bygone era and offers visitors a chance to learn about the people and industries that shaped the region.

OLD COAL MINE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CERRILLOS NM. US MID #8403500026

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Blossoming Bradford Pear Bradford Pear (Pyrus calleryana) is a species of pear tree native to China and Vietnam. Despite its offensive odor, it is widely planted throughout the United States and is popular in Santa Fe. Alas, it is increasingly regarded as an invasive species. Sure is pretty, though, first thing in Spring.
Natural Habitats Carved panel mounted over the fireplace in in the New Mexico Game & Fish Office. It displays the wildlife native to the natural habitats in the state, from high mountains to flat deserts. Wall Panel, Carved Wood
New Mexico Game Fish Wall in the New Mexico Game & Fish Office displaying record catches of Game Fish. All the taxidermy on display at New Mexico Game & Fish office are either commissioned by them or are illegal trophies that were confiscated.
Santa Fe, New Mexico, Flight Between Las Vegas, Nevada and Tampa, Florida
Santa Fe, New Mexico, Flight Between Las Vegas, Nevada and Tampa, Florida
Sangre de Cristo Mountains East of Santa Fe, New Mexico, Flight Between Las Vegas, Nevada and Tampa, Florida
Coming Of Age Sculpture of a woman's face in the wind. Coming of Age is a good title for a work on display in a school called Institute of American Indian Arts. Artist Craig Dan Goseyun, American, San Carlos Apache, Born 1960 Sculpture, Bust, Coming Of Age, Italian Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Bronze, Steel, 2012 65 x 32 x 36 in, 980 pounds
46-43 Coming Of Age Photo-a-day Lent Calendar, 2024, for A Hobbling A Day. Sculpture of a woman's face in the wind. Coming of Age is a good title for a work on display in a school called Institute of American Indian Arts. Artist Craig Dan Goseyun, American, San Carlos Apache, Born 1960 Sculpture, Bust, Coming Of Age, Italian Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Bronze, Steel, 2012 65 x 32 x 36 in, 980 pounds
46-37 Student Works Photo-a-day Lent Calendar, 2024, for A Hobbling A Day. A table with works by students in the hallway outside the ceramics studio at The Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA). Some of them are quite talented. Student Artists Sculpture, Bust, Ceramic, Glaze
46-36 Desert Bighorn Sheep Photo-a-day Lent Calendar, 2024, for A Hobbling A Day. Mounted trophy of a Desert Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis nelsoni). A species of sheep adaptated to the lack of water in the desert. They can go for extended periods of time without drinking water. Due to their unique concave elastic hooves, bighorn are able to climb the steep, rocky terrain of the desert mountains with speed and agility. All the taxidermy on display at New Mexico Game & Fish office are either commissioned by them or are illegal trophies that were confiscated.
Desert Bighorn Sheep Mounted trophy of a Desert Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis nelsoni). A species of sheep adaptated to the lack of water in the desert. They can go for extended periods of time without drinking water. Due to their unique concave elastic hooves, bighorn are able to climb the steep, rocky terrain of the desert mountains with speed and agility. All the taxidermy on display at New Mexico Game & Fish office are either commissioned by them or are illegal trophies that were confiscated.
For The Bees Photo-a-day Lent Calendar, 2024, for A Hobbling A Day. The Democracy of Earrings: a student exhibition held in Balzer Contemporary Edge Gallery at The Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA). For me, it's about identity and self expression ... it is how I represent myself without speaking. --Malorie King Artist Mattie Reynolds, Student Medallion Earrings, For The Bees, Bee On Flower, Honeycomb, Birchbark, Paint

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OLD COAL MINE MUSEUM
2846 STATE HIGHWAY 14 N
CERRILLOS
NM
87010

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MID # 8403500026
Name OLD COAL MINE MUSEUM
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
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LAT/LONG 35.394083, -106.161441
CODES FIPS State Code: 35
FIPS County Code: 049
US Census Tract: 010309
US Census Block: 2173