Lincoln Historic Site - Lincoln, NM

Tata C.

I love the town of Lincoln, NM. Quaint walk back in time when Billy The Kid roamed the streets. Pretty authentic. There are not many side hustles there. But the historical surroundings is a great way to share history and the fabric of NM. Come armed with your own books and maps about the area. Hikes and homes that are truly NM’s history. Just wish the town would repair the dwellings that are left behind. Some are crumbling. Lincoln is an out of the way place and most small businesses can’t survive. But the town does not help much to preserve the landscape. But it truly is a piece of the old west without the hype. Opposite of Tombstone AZ. You can feel the history of Lincoln. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy a walk back in time!

J G.

Stopped at the Lincoln museum and looked around the old Western town on our way to Capitan. Took the scenic route on the way back to Roswell that overlooked the Capitan Mountains.

Paul R.

Enjoyed this little piece of history. Lincoln NM preserved mostly as it would have appeared in the 1880s. Lincoln County War, the Regulators, and Billy the Kid history here. Start at the visitors center and pay the small fee (happened to be a free day when we were here), tour the museum there, then walk through town with your map (your ticket into the open buildings) and enjoy. The old Lincoln Co courthouse with descriptions of Billy's escape at the locations within. Tunstall Store essentially as it was with authentic displays and merchandise. Most of the buildings appear as they did historically. Nice people manning the displays too. There is even a small brewery in the middle of town with great craft beers. Again in a mostly authentic looking building with outside seating and a small good truck.

Samuel U.

First a concern, my wife and I brought a ticket and donated and no one asked us for one. I bring this up because I don't want the site to close.

Other than that, we were planning to spend an hour tops and ended up at about 3 hours, we even met a local who was just the friendliest man imaginable outside the post office (he's originally from Chicago too) and then several more residents who just made us feel absolutely welcome.

Eventually we had to move on, but everyone we ran into was so nice and helpful it actually made leaving the town pretty hard.

I know this is supposed to be about Billy and the history... but it's not, it's about the town itself now, and honestly I've never been to a place that welcoming.

Everyone you meet is so nice that it's a town you feel guilty about leaving.

Steven H.

Great museum and fascinating overarching history of the region, not just "Billy the Kid". Encompasses most of the buildings in town, living examples of the same historic buildings that were there during its time of turmoil. Town closes at 4pm, highly recommended getting there early and check open times and dates on webpage.

Itzel I.

Lincoln after Dark was a great experience. It helped me understand the history better. I would recommend to carry cash tho. There are art galleries and some say cash only. There's a brewery and 2 coffee shops i believe.

Tag D.

Wow! So much to take in.
If you are considering a visit, Do It!
We stated at the Wortley Hotel (Previously owned by Sheriff Pat Gattett. It is now a fantastic B&B.

Jennifer T.

A must see if you are anywhere close! This historic district has buildings (and ruins) from the late 1800's. You also can walk Billy the Kids life and last days. It was very educational while being exciting at the same time. My kids (12 & 15) enjoyed it a lot (and didn't realize they were learning 😂).