Tularosa, NM

Nicknamed “the city of roses”, the Village of Tularosa dazzles people with its incredible views of scenic New Mexico. Tularosa thrives at the base of the Sacramento Mountains, welcoming visitors and new residents with open arms. Enjoy the close-knit community with its historic charm and friendly residents. Tularosa is the gateway to Ruidoso and the Mescalero Indian reservation, home of the Inn of the Mountain Gods and is located northeast of White Sands Monument, north of Alamogordo, east of White Sands Missile Range, and west of the Lincoln National Forest. Please visit the Village’s official website to discover Tularosa for yourself. http://www.villageoftularosa.com/

History

In 1860, the first settlers to the Tularosa area began attempting to establish a settlement near the Rio Tularosa, but were unsuccessful. Another eventually successful attempt was made two years later by Hispanic farmers from the Rio Grande valley. In 1863, the Village of Tularosa was formally established and was mapped with forty-nine blocks and water rights distributed and recorded. The name Tularosa was chosen from the Spanish description for the red or rose-colored reeds growing along the banks of the Rio Tularosa.

In 1979, the Tularosa Original Townsite District, consisting of the original forty-nine blocks on 1400 acres including 182 buildings, was declared a historic district and recorded in the National Register of Historic Places. Today, the original acequia (ditch irrigation system) remains virtually unchanged and provides the water for the trees lining the streets, private gardens, and landscaping that give Tularosa its unique character. To discover this and more information about Tularosa’s rich history, please visit: http://www.villageoftularosa.com/visitors/history.html.

Parks and Recreation

Discover the delightful parks and recreational opportunities through that Tularosa has to offer. Enjoy hiking, biking, picnicking, camping and more throughout Tularosa. Explore the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site or enjoy camping at the wonderful Mountain Meadow RV Park. For more information about Tularosa’s parks and recreation opportunities, please visit the links provided below.

Three Rivers Petroglyph Site
http://www.blm.gov/nm/st/en/prog/recreation/las_cruces/three_rivers.html

Mountain Meadow RV Park
http://www.mtmeadowrvpark.com/

Attractions and Activities

Tularosa is home to a wide assortment of magnificent attractions and activities that draw visitors from all over. Take in Tularosa’s fine arts at the Adobe Daubers Arts and Crafts Gallery, the Hidden Artists Gallery, New Mexico Art Glass Center, and Studio 54@70. If you’re looking for a way to spend the day, enjoy exploring Fine and Dandy and Del Sol, explore the Tularosa Public Library, or taste a glass of delicious Tularosa wine at the Tularosa Vineyards and Winery. Please feel free to explore the links and visit the addresses provided below and realize the excitement that awaits you in Tularosa.

Adobe Daubers Arts & Crafts Gallery
275-B Central Ave.
(575) 585-2084

Basin Trading
601 St. Francis Dr.
(575) 491-4141

Del Sol
200 St. Francis Dr.
(575) 585-4581

Fine & Dandy
312 Granado
(575) 585-GIFT
http://fineanddandygifts.com/

Hidden Artists Gallery
501 Granado

Horse Feathers
316 Granado
(575) 585-4407

Horseman’s Park
http://www.horsemanspark.com/

La Casa Rosa
Spanish Colonial furniture, woodworking, punched tin, weaving and retablo painting
901 St. Francis Dr.
(575) 491-4275

La Tienda Vieja (Antiques)
210 Granado
(575) 585-9019

New Mexico Art Glass Center
408 Granado
(575) 585-8285

Studio 54@70
1201 St. Francis Drive
Tularosa, NM 88352
(575) 585-5470
http://www.studio54at70.com

Tesoros De La Tierra (Rocks)
370 Central
(575) 585-2962

Tularosa Kids
http://www.villageoftularosa.com/community/kids.html

Tularosa Public Library, Tularosa
http://www.tularosapubliclibrary.org/

Tularosa Vineyards and Winery
#23 Coyote Canyon Road
(575) 585-2260
http://www.tularosavineyards.com/

Events

The Village of Tularosa is home to a variety of fun events throughout the year, always offering you and your family something new and exciting to experience! From holiday events to programs and community gatherings, there’s something for people of all ages and interests. Please visit Tularosa’s official event calendar to discover just a few of these family-friendly events and activities that await you in the upcoming months.
http://www.villageoftularosa.com/events.html