Hi Folks,
Back in February 28th 2009, me and Madeline was sent out by the Idea Group to shoot for a day at Tucumcari, New Mexico. Some of you may know that Tucumcari lies at the eastern part of New Mexico, about 100 miles to Amarillo, Texas, on the US-Intersate 40 highway.
Tucumcari, NM also lies along historic Route 66. Just like the sign says :)
Along Tucumcari's main drag are some old motels that have been restored to their vintage style.
Did you know that Tucumcari hosts a rich collection of Dinosaur fossils, bronze recreations, and even dinosaur eggs? Where do I look for more information, you may ask? Well, at the Mesalands Dinosaur Museum, of course!
One of many fossils found at the Mesalands Dinosaur Museum.
In this photo, student Mark Mancini is carefully drilling away bits of plaster covering a fossil bone. What? You didn't know that the Dinosaur Museum is also a classroom, and part of a community college? Find out more at Mesalands Community College!
This is Tucumcari's old train station that the city is trying to restore. Notice the missing letters.
Close up of the Tucumcari train station facade in early morning sunlight.
Tucumcari also has the "world's tallest classroom." It is a training facility for future wind farm technicians, and folks to help maintain wind farms. 
2 comments:
My children love the museum. It is a great place to take visitors. Exhibits change often, so there is always something new to see, but the favorites are still there. You can become a friend of the museum and receive a wonderful newsletter with information about dinosaurs, eras, and happenings.
Thanks for the comments Green Chilie Fan!
I'm glad your kids enjoyed the Dinosaur Museum. It's certainly worth a stop whenever you're in Tucumcari, or just driving through.
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