Primera clasificación Atractivos en Silver City

Covered in lush greenery, the Big Ditch is a city park with a remarkable back story of how it came to be. The big ditch is a naturally formed phenomenon due to heavy flooding and stormwater; for many years, the space became a dump for the locals. In the 1970s, the locals decided to clean up the mess and convert it into a park and preserve. Located in the heart of downtown Silver City, the Big Ditch comes to be a lovely break from an eventful day. The park has a wonderful trail featuring tall trees, colorful flowers, and a bridge. There are benches scattered along the tree-lined path, where one can relax.

Housed in the Fleming hall of Western New Mexico University campus, the history museum is a remarkable attraction to witness and learn about Mimbres' (Native Americans) culture and history. Home to a large and permanent collection consisting of incredible artifacts in the form of pottery, paintings, and ceramics, the museum explores the prehistoric times of the region. Admire the rich heritage and learn fascinating details of the exhibits that are as old as thousand years. The expansive collection is worth the visit for History lovers.

Located in the pretty Silver City, Gough Park plays host to a number of festivals such as the much-awaited Mimbres Region Arts Council Blues Festival and others. This lush park boasts some vintage pine and oak trees which provide visitors with all the shade they need for a fun picnic or a walk. A gazebo right in the center is used to host events that are well-attended by regulars and visitors.

A pleasant walk in the historic downtown of Silver City leads you to a remarkable sight of extraordinary buildings, one-of-a-kind restaurants, and a fascinating wall of colorful bottles. The Wall of Bottles is an awe-inspiring sight comprised of thousands of colorful bottles placed together by stucco – a method of hand-applied cement sidings. This half-constructed wall is already head-high, making it an excellent spot to stop by on your visit to downtown Silver City. Located right across the stunning building of Grant County Courthouse, the Wall of Bottles is a great attraction to visit at dawn to witness the multi-hued sidewalk.

Located in the heart of the city, Ben Altamirano Field is used for various sporting events. Focusing mainly on football, the Altamirano Stadium is home to the Mustang football team as well. It was named after late Ben. D. Altamirano who became a part of the WNMU Athletic Hall of Fame in 2005. Comprising of a grass surface and stadium night lights, the field is a perfect spot for day as well as night events. If you are into sports, watch a live football match in the city at Ben Altamirano Field.