Although the gates are open every day for visitors, few people get to experience the fort after dark. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore the grounds and buildings of Fort Stanton after dark. These tours are conducted by site rangers, historians, and the Paranormal Society. The cost is $10 per person (adults and children).
Read MoreNow through June 30, 2022, residents of Colfax, Mora, San Miguel, Valencia, and Lincoln counties will be able to visit Fort Stanton Historic Site and all NM Department of Cultural Affairs museums and historic sites FREE OF CHARGE. First responders and their families will also get in for free.
Read MoreBeginning December 16 through mid-January, the museum at Fort Stanton will showcase a new Fort Stanton holiday exhibition. Visit during museum hours (Thursday - Monday 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM) and discover holiday items made by patients and historic photos of the holiday season.
Read MoreIn collaboration with New Mexico Historic Sites, we’re excited to announce a new digital initiative aimed at capturing memories and stories from Fort Stanton's past. We invite those that have lived at, worked at, or visited Fort Stanton to share their stories and images. Upload your memories here >>
Read MoreDuring the first week of November 2019, film cameras were rolling at Fort Stanton Historic Site for Season 2 of A&E’s Ghost Hunters to air on April 15, 2020. Stream the episode now!
Read MoreFort Stanton Cave continues to amaze and surprise cave explorers. October 2019 ended with an additional six miles of newly explored, mapped, and surveyed passages at Fort Stanton Cave. More than 59 volunteers helped during the 10-day project. Scientists with the FSCSP are going through the data and well over 1,000 photos.
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