Western Heritage Museum and Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame

Western Heritage Museum and Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame Where oil, water, & cowboys DO mix! Located on the campus of New Mexico Junior College.

The Western Heritage Museum preserves, presents, and interprets the history of Southeastern New Mexico within the museum collection and permanent exhibits; offers the opportunity to explore broader perspectives of the world through temporary exhibits; and encourages community involvement via educational programs and opportunities. The Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame is a 501 (c) 3 non profit corpor

ation dedicated to the role of honoring those persons from Lea County, NM who have made outstanding contributions in the world of rodeo, ranching, and the ranching way of life. The Cowboy Hall of Fame honors individuals who have influenced the growth of our community through their leadership, and enhances and compliments the educational process at New Mexico Junior College.

The museum will be closed on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume normal hours on the following days.
06/16/2026

The museum will be closed on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume normal hours on the following days.

Experience the GREAT AMERICAN ADVENTURE and visit STAN THE DINO at the Western Heritage Museum and Lea County Cowboy Hal...
05/20/2026

Experience the GREAT AMERICAN ADVENTURE and visit STAN THE DINO at the Western Heritage Museum and Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame...before Stan expires from Lea County!
New Mexico Junior College

Join us for this exciting event!
04/17/2026

Join us for this exciting event!

Join NMJC for our T-Bird Block Party & Hair Show at the Western Heritage Museum! Featuring creative work and live showcases from our cosmetology students, plus live music by NMJC’s Fearless Ensemble! ⚡️


Closed for Easter Sunday. We hope you have a wonderful Easter!
03/31/2026

Closed for Easter Sunday. We hope you have a wonderful Easter!

The WHM will be closed for Good Friday!
03/31/2026

The WHM will be closed for Good Friday!

We’ll be closed this Saturday, January 24 due to weather. Please stay warm and safe out there! We’ll reopen Sunday from ...
01/23/2026

We’ll be closed this Saturday, January 24 due to weather. Please stay warm and safe out there! We’ll reopen Sunday from 10 AM–5 PM.

12/20/2025
12/20/2025

Address

5317 N Lovington Highway
Hobbs, NM
88240

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+15754922678

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