Blackwater Draw NHL and Museum

08/06/2026

Heads up! We will be CLOSED on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth.

Please keep this in mind when planning your visit. We will resume regular operating hours on Saturday, June 20.

29/05/2026

Planning a visit to the site?🦣
Check out our Summer & Fall hours to plan your trip and explore 13,000 years of history with us. We look forward to welcoming you this season!

13/05/2026

We’re honored to participate in the Blue Star Museums program for our second year!

Beginning on Armed Forces Day (Saturday, May 16, 2026) through Labor Day (Monday, September 7, 2026), we proudly offer free admission to all active-duty military personnel and their families as a small token of our appreciation for your service and sacrifice.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Landmark and Museum this summer!

12/05/2026

Friends and family of Blackwater Draw, it is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of ENMU alumnus and former student employee, Jonathan Delgado. Jon worked at BWD from 2021 to 2023, at both the front desk and in curation. Jon’s passion for museum education was unmatched, and it was clear from the start that he was born for this field. Jon never met a stranger and lit up any room he entered. He leaves a legacy at BWD of providing fun and interesting tours. So much so that many of our positive online reviews are thanks to Jon’s incredible ability to engage every visitor. Jon was also a dear friend and beloved anthropology student. He instantly made friends with his peers and made everyone feel welcome. Even after BWD, Jon followed his calling as a museum educator in his hometown of Las Cruces, NM. Below is his obituary. He will be deeply missed.

https://www.lcsun-news.com/obituaries/paco1475736

11/05/2026

Last Saturday was a big day for BWD & ENMU students! Two of our student employees earned a B.S. in Anthropology, AND three of the anthropology Master’s students used BWD collections for their theses! Congratulations to Saphira Laughter, Kyle Montgomery, JoAnna Schultz, Tara Larson, and Scott Jones! You have all worked SO hard for this moment, and we cannot wait to see what incredible things you do next!

08/05/2026

CONGRATULATIONS, GRADUATING GREYHOUNDS!!! 🎓
To celebrate, we’re offering free admission for all visitors at the Landmark and Museum on Saturday, May 9, 2026! We hope to see you there!

21/04/2026

Due to our attendance at the Society for American Archaeology Conference, the Museum will be CLOSED from April 29 - May 3, 2026. The Landmark (Locality 1) will remain OPEN on May 2 - 3, 2026 during regular hours. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to your visit.

11/04/2026

We were honored to welcome Mayor Mike Davidson and City staff to the museum! Thank you for taking the time to visit, learn, and support the work we’re doing to preserve and share our community’s history. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to future collaborations. 🙏

10/04/2026

Thank you Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce for the ceremonial ribbon cutting at the museum! Join us at the archaeological site itself (508 NM-467) on April 18th for the Grand Re-Opening of our Visitor’s Center!✨

Celebrating at the all new and improved Black Water Draw Re-opening of the Visitors Center at Blackwater Draw NHL and Museum Locality 1 - 508 Route 467 join them on Saturday April 18th. Same day as the annual Hands-On-History Day!

11/12/2025

Holiday Closing 🚨
We will be closed for the holiday season from December 24, 2025 through January 6, 2026. The museum will reopen on January 7, 2026.

Wishing you a warm and joyful holiday season! 🎄✨