Valentine's Family Day
2026-02-14 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Wingfield Heritage House Museum, 2813 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM, 88345, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Wingfield Heritage House Museum’s February event, where visitors can engage in various themed crafts and activities. Activities include making friendship tea, scented sachets, Valentine’s cards, and pressed flower bookmarks. Finish the day by decorating cookies and an opportunity capture the memory with a special photo.
Free! Drop in between 10am and noon.

Lula's Garden Family Day
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Wingfield Heritage House Museum, 2813 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM, 88345, United States
Free springtime family activities in Ruidoso! Celebrate the coming of Spring at the Wingfield Heritage House Museum! This month, we’re honoring the legacy of Lula Robinson Wingfield, a pioneer and builder who helped create the original home we cherish today. Lula was known for her vibrant spirit and her love for the land. Inspired by this beautiful photo of Lula in her beloved garden, we invite your family to get creative and “grow” some history with us!
Free activities include:

Wildflower bombs
Pressed Flower Bookmarks
Vintage Paper pinwheels
And more!

Historic Game Day
2026-04-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Wingfield Heritage House Museum, 2813 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM, 88345, United States
We have retro games ready to play! Ditch the screens, step back in time, and join us at the Wingfield Heritage House Museum for a morning of old-school fun. From giant checkers to tabletop pinball and classic marbles, we’re bringing out the best historic entertainment for the whole family. Free! Drop in any time during the event.

Bird Secrets Family Fun Day
2026-05-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Wingfield Heritage House Museum, 2813 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM, 88345, United States
Each month, the Wingfield Heritage House museum hosts a free Family Fun Day. The theme for May is “Bird Secrets.” We’ll be learning about the birds that live here in Ruidoso. Stop by any time during the event to enjoy family-friendly, themed craft projects and activities. No reservations necessary and all ages are welcome!

Lecture- Snapshots in Time: Unlocking the History of Your Photographs
2026-06-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Ruidoso Public Library, 107 Kansas City Rd, Ruidoso, NM, 88345, United States
Stephanie Long will share tips and techniques for dating and identifying elements of historical photographs, including clothing styles, photographic formats, and hidden clues within the frame. Hosted by the Ruidoso Public Library. Free!

Colonial America Family Fun Day
2026-06-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Wingfield Heritage House Museum, 2813 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM, 88345, United States
Each month, the Wingfield Heritage House museum hosts a free Family Fun Day. In June, we are getting ready for the 4th of July and the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Our theme for the June 27 event is Colonial America. We are going to be trying out colonial crafts such as tin punching, basket making, and stenciling. Visitors will also be able to paint a fabric quilt square, which the RuidoSew Quilters will be combining into a commemorative quilt for the museum! Stop by any time during the event to check out these crafts and other family-friendly activities! No reservations necessary and all ages are welcome!

Boots & Brands: An Old West Family Day
2026-07-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Wingfield Heritage House Museum, 2813 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM, 88345, United States
On Saturday, July 25th, the Wingfield Heritage House Museum will be hosting the “Boots & Brands: An Old West Family Day” from 10am to Noon. We’ll have crafts, games, and other activities like a shooting gallery, Gold Rush panning, creating your own cattle brand, and leather working. The event is free – drop by any time during the event and check it out! No RSVP needed. Grab your spurs and come on down!

A Mountain Maker Family Day
2026-08-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Wingfield Heritage House Museum, 2813 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM, 88345, United States
On Saturday, August 29th, the Wingfield Heritage House Museum will be hosting “A Mountain Maker Family Day” from 10am to Noon. Families will explore how early residents harnessed the power of physics, water, and timber to shape our mountain community through four interactive maker stations such as Water Wheel Wonders, Timber Transport & Sawmill Hoist, Mountain Plinko Challenge, Fizz and Foam Lab, and Cardboard Invention Maker Lab. Makers and inventors have shaped history by changing the way people live, work, travel, and communicate. Over time, new ideas and technologies have helped solve problems, improve daily life, and create new opportunities for individuals and communities.

The event is free – drop by any time during the event and check it out! No RSVP needed.
