White Sands Missle Range Museum
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N 32° 23.120 W 106° 28.710
13S E 360928 N 3584109
White Sands Missle Range Museum,New Mexico
Waymark Code: WM119B
Location: New Mexico, United States
Date Posted: 12/11/2006
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member silverquill
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WHITE SANDS PUBLIC AFFAIRS

At the White Sands Missile Range museum you can trace the origin of America's missile and space activity, find out how the atomic age began and learn about the accomplishments of scientists like Dr. Wernher von Braun and Dr. Clyde Tombaugh at White Sands. Displays also include the prehistoric cultures and the rip-roaring Old West found in southern New Mexico.

Outside the museum is a missile park displaying a variety of missiles and rockets tested at White Sands. These include everything from the WAC Corporal and Loon (U.S. version of the V-1) to a Pershing II and Patriot. More than 50 items are on display.

To get to the museum, enter either the Las Cruces or El Paso gates and tell the guard you are going to visit the museum. He or she will direct you.

The Museum is open year-round. Hours on weekdays are 8 a.m. to 4:00 p.m and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Closed on Holidays. The missile park is open everyday from sunrise to sunset. There is no fee for either. For more information concerning events call the White Sands Missile Range Museum (505) 678-8824

What type of artillery is this?: GROUND AND AIR

Where is this artillery located?: Military Grounds

What military of the world used this device?: UNITED STATES

Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)

Artillery is no longer operational: yes

Still may work: no

Are there any geocaches at this location?:
GCJ0DQ GET YOUR ROCKETS OFF

Date artillery was in use: Not listed

Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed

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