Billy The Kid Museum

43 reviews

+1 (575) 355-2380

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1435 E Sumner Ave

Fort Sumner, NM 88119

+1 (575) 355-2380

https://www.billythekidmuseumfortsumner.com

Stop in and enjoy a trip through the past. Get a better understanding of the trials people of the 1800's and early 1900's endured in their struggle to stay alive and provide for their families. See it all during a visit to The Billy The Kid Museum located two miles east of downtown Fort Sumner.

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4.543 reviews

Joe Q.

12/16/2024

Took a ride to fort Sumner to see Billy the kids grave. After escaping Lincoln County Billy headed to Fort Sumner. Pat garret had got word he was there and headed out. Pat and two others are at...

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Jacob B.

6/22/2024

This museum is massive!! Absolutely jam packed with historical items from both the life and times of Billy the kid and the history of the West itself! Could spend hours pouring over every inch and...

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Bruce M.

8/11/2024

As a fan of American history I was excited to see this historic site located near Fort Sumner along the Picos River you can imagine the Westerns and cowboy stories of all kinds, the cemetery is...

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Victoria M.

8/8/2024

We were driving by wanted to stop, it was a Friday afternoon but unfortunately it was not open so we just looked at the stuff on the outside. Wish I would've been able to see what was inside maybe...

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Marie S.

6/17/2021

3.5 stars Now, I had stopped by Billy's grave a few years back, but had not been to the museum. It was only $5 to get in and not crowded at all. There was a ton of old photos (some including...

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Billy the Kid's Grave

Explore the intriguing history of Billy the Kid's Grave in Fort Sumner, NM, where controversy surrounds the DNA investigation into the legendary outlaw's death. Former law enforcement officials embarked on a mission to uncover the truth behind Billy the Kid's demise, aiming to compare DNA samples from various claimants to put to rest long-standing debates. However, due to the uncertain location of Billy the Kid's grave and the relocation of his mother's remains, the feasibility of obtaining conclusive DNA evidence remains questionable. Despite the investigators' efforts, the outcome of the investigation may only serve to further fuel the ongoing debate surrounding the life and death of Billy the Kid. Generated from the website