Fireworks, Drive-In Style Viewing, Open House and Free Star Shows on July 4!

What: The Museum of Space History is proud to host the City of Alamogordo’s Annual fireworks show and welcomes the Space Hall of Fame July 4th Extravaganza Drive-In! As a museum/foundation member benefit, members get to watch the show from the grounds of the museum. There will also be a special museum open house that evening and free live star shows in the planetarium.

When: Monday, July 4, 2022. Gates to the museum grounds open at 6:00 pm to museum members AND to those who would like to register to become a member on the spot. The gates close at 8:00 pm or when the parking lots are full. Current members can reserve a parking spot on the Foundation website. Spots are limited to 200 vehicles. The museum open house and live star shows in the theater are from 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm. The fireworks show is scheduled for 9:15 pm, weather permitting. Choreographed music will be live on KZZX 105.3 FM.

Where: New Mexico Museum of Space History, Alamogordo.
Why: Since 1976, the Museum has hosted the City of Alamogordo’s annual fireworks show and opened the grounds for museum members to see it from the best location in the county. Watching the fireworks show from the grounds of the museum has been a favorite member benefit for more than 40 years. To find out more about the event, visit www.spacehalloffame.org and become a member today!

About the New Mexico Museum of Space History: www.nmspacemuseum.org

The New Mexico Museum of Space History in Alamogordo is a division of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs. A Smithsonian Affiliate, the museum showcases the significant role New Mexico has played in the development of the U.S. Space Program and features the International Space Hall of Fame, and New Horizons Dome Theater.

3198 State Route 2001 | Alamogordo, NM 88310, (575) 437-2840 for more information or visit the website at www.nmspacemuseum.org. Like us at: www.facebook.com/NMSpaceMuseum/