Fort Selden State Monument

Ruins of 19th-century adobe fort. Visitor center, self-guided tours, living-history demonstrations May-Sept., every Saturday and Sunday. 19th-century military encampments 2nd Saturday monthly, year-round.

Getting There & Details

Hours
Closed Tuesdays.
Address
16 miles north of Las Cruces on NM-70 via I-25 and Exit 19, US-185.
Phone
505-526-8911
Website
www.nmculture.org
Map
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