Silver City Museum

Silver City Museum Small museum. Big impact. Downtown Silver City | New Mexico

www.silvercitymuseum.org
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The Silver City Museum, founded in 1967, serves Grant County, New Mexico with diverse educational programming, unique and new exhibits, and community events.

A cherished Silver City tradition for four decades, the Ice Cream Social stands as one of our community's most anticipat...
06/17/2026

A cherished Silver City tradition for four decades, the Ice Cream Social stands as one of our community's most anticipated summer gatherings, drawing generations of families to celebrate both Independence Day and our shared local traditions.
Enjoy performances by talented local musicians while exploring food and craft vendors and indulging in popcorn, ice cream, sodas, and the famous cake walk. This free-admission celebration offers family activities for all ages in our charming shady courtyard and provides the perfect opportunity to visit our latest exhibits and browse The Museum Store.
As the museum's signature annual event, this festivity has evolved into an essential cultural touchstone—where newcomers are welcomed, old friends reconnect, and the connection within our community is strengthened through music, food, and shared experiences.

Schedule of Live Performances:
11:15 - Flicker
12:15 - Acoustic Gap
1:15 - Conservatory of Dance
2:00 - Silver City String Beans

Kids Activities: Mosaic Tile Picture Frames, Eagles of the Americas, Clay Crafts, Temporary Tattoos, Face Painting, Story Corner, Sensory Corner

Wednesday, June 10th, long-time Silver City resident, local historian and author Susan Berry presents "Coming of Age," a...
06/08/2026

Wednesday, June 10th, long-time Silver City resident, local historian and author Susan Berry presents "Coming of Age," a 50-year retrospective on key social, cultural and economic influences that have helped shape Silver City.

Berry was a founding board member for the Silver City Main Street project and Silver City’s Arts & Cultural District; a recipient of the Hewett Award for exemplary service to the museum profession from the New Mexico Association of Museums, a Lifetime Achievement Award from the New Mexico Historic Preservation Division and was profiled as “Old West Savior” by True West magazine in 2012. She wrote the Epilogue for Max Evans’ Madam Millie: Bordellos from Silver City to Ketchikan and is the co-author of the enduring book on local history and architecture, Built to Last: An Architectural History of Silver City, New Mexico.

Berry's presentation is part of the ongoing Community Conversation Series, which is a collaboration of the Silver City Museum and WILL.

Master Potter Oralia Lopez from Mata Ortiz, Chihuahua, Mexico will be demonstrating her world-renowned painting style th...
06/03/2026

Master Potter Oralia Lopez from Mata Ortiz, Chihuahua, Mexico will be demonstrating her world-renowned painting style throughout the day. As a second-generation potter, Lopez employs traditional methods established by Juan Quezada.

Oralia personally selected pottery from more than 40 artists, all available for purchase. Shop the large selection of pottery in all price ranges.

Demonstration will be held in the Silver City Museum Annex, June 20, from 10:00 am to 3:pm. Admission is free!

05/03/2026

The Silver City Museum is accepting applications for the position of Administrative Assistant. The full job description and employment can be viewed and/or downloaded at www.townofsilvercity.org

CALLING ALL VENDORS!It's that time again folks! The Silver City Museum's 42nd Annual Ice Cream Social is exactly 90 days...
04/04/2026

CALLING ALL VENDORS!

It's that time again folks! The Silver City Museum's 42nd Annual Ice Cream Social is exactly 90 days away, and we want YOU to be part of this community tradition!

When: Saturday, July 4th | 10am - 3pm
Where: Silver City Museum Courtyard
Expected Attendance: 1,200+ people of all ages

We're seeking: Food vendors. Craft vendors. Nonprofit organizations.

This is a perfect opportunity to connect with our community during one of Silver City's most popular annual events!

Ready to join us?
Download your vendor application at: https://www.silvercitymuseum.org/620/Ice-Cream-Social

Application Deadline: Saturday, June 6

Questions? Contact our Events Manager Ana Trinidad:
Phone: 575-597-0227
Email: [email protected]

Address

312 W Broadway Street
Silver City, NM
88061

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

(575) 538-5921

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