Entrance Fees for Blackwater Draw Museum and Blackwater Locality #1 Site

The fee for entrance for Blackwater Draw Museum and Blackwater Locality #1 Site is:


	Adults (ages 16-64):	$2.00
	Senior Citizens (65+):	$1.00
	Children (6-15):	$1.00
	Infants (0-5):    	 Free

Payment at either location is sufficient for admission to both if the customer keeps the receipt. The fourth Sunday of each month is a FREE DAY with no admission charge.

Fees for civic and educational group tours should be arranged before arrival and will depend on the number of persons in the tour group. Please call for information on special tour arrangements.

Hours of Operation for Blackwater Draw Museum and Blackwater Locality #1 Site

   Blackwater Draw Museum:

       Summer Months (Memorial Day - Labor Day):
	  Monday through Saturday:  10AM - 5PM
          Sunday:  12PM - 5PM

       Rest of the Year:
          Tuesday through Saturday:  10AM - 5PM
          Sunday: 12PM - 5PM
          Monday: Closed

   Blackwater Locality #1 Site:

       Summer Months (Memorial Day - Labor Day):
	  Monday through Saturday:  10AM - 5PM
          Sunday:  12PM - 5PM

       Labor Day-October and March-Memorial Day:
          Saturday:  10AM - 5PM
          Sunday:    12PM - 5PM
          (Closed weekdays and during inclement weather)

       November - February:
          Closed

There is a "touch and feel" table for children at the museum. Restrooms are available at both locations. Site visits include some hiking over hills on a dirt trail, so dress accordingly. Picnic and camping areas are available nearby at Oasis State Park or the rest stop adjacent to the museum. Motels and restaurants are available in Portales.

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