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July 5, 2018
It's almost time for the Lea County Fair and Rodeo, which means it's raffle time! This year, the Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame is selling tickets for four different items: Henry Golden Boy .22LR Rifle, Browning BLR Lightweight .308 Rifle, Kerry Kelly 6577 Silver Bit, and Opal Necklace and Earrings.
Tickets are $3 ea or 4 for $10 and can be purchased at the Museum now or when you visit the Fair. Winners will be announced at the Fair on Aug 11 at 7pm.
Proceeds benefit NMJC Rodeo Team Scholarships.
Sunday, July 8, 2018
2pm
Amistad
In 1839, the revolt of Mende captives aboard a Spanish owned ship causes a major controversy in the United States when the ship is captured off the coast of Long Island. The courts must decide whether the Mende are slaves or legally free.
Sunday, July 15, 2018
2pm
Lincoln
As the War continues to rage, America's president struggles with continuing carnage on the battlefield as he fights with many inside his own cabinet on the decision to emancipate the slaves.
Did you know you shouldn't just drop artifacts off at the museum without talking to the Curator or Director? Find out why. Click the picture to watch the video.
Every museum has objects that are "found in the collections". Many times these found in collections items remain a mystery, but that's where you come in. If you have any information please let our collections staff know: themuseum@nmjc.edu.
This week:
Painting
By: Ben Zurner
Monday - Closed
Tuesday-Saturday - 10am-5pm
Sunday - 1-5pm
Adults: $5
Senior (65+)/Children(6-17): $3
Museum Members: Free
Children 5 and under: Free
NMJC Faculty/Staff/Students: Free
Active Military/Veterans/First Responders: Free
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