BRANIGAN CULTURAL CENTER

LAS CRUCES, NM

The Branigan Cultural Center is a museum located in Las Cruces, New Mexico that showcases the history and culture of the region. The center was established in 1935 and is housed in the historic Branigan building, which was originally constructed in 1931 as a federal courthouse and post office.

The center features a variety of exhibits and programs that highlight the rich cultural heritage of Las Cruces and the surrounding areas. Permanent exhibits include displays on the history of the Chihuahuan Desert region, the Mimbres culture, and the impact of the railroad on local communities.

In addition to its permanent exhibits, the Branigan Cultural Center also hosts a rotating schedule of temporary exhibits that focus on a range of topics, from contemporary art to local history.

The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Friday from 10am to 4:30pm, and on Saturdays from 9am to 4:30pm. Admission is free, though donations are welcome.

Overall, the Branigan Cultural Center is an important cultural institution in Las Cruces that plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the region's unique history and heritage.

BRANIGAN CULTURAL CENTER is a Uncategorized or General Museum in LAS CRUCES NM. US MID #8403500071

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).

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BRANIGAN CULTURAL CENTER
501 N DOWNTOWN MALL
LAS CRUCES
NM
88004

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