I went here on a trip to NM last year and I loved this place. I amused the assistant employee by spending much longer than most patrons do (according to him) watching the snakes, and he patiently answered my questions about some of the snakes and about the snake care he was doing while I was there. When I told... more

We planned to simply stop in Alburquerque on our way to the Grand Canyon. I wanted to surprise my hubby (a conservationist) with a visit to the Rattlesnake Museum (we loved it) I kept reading about Old Town, but didn't know what it represented. Old Town is AWESOME. Perfect couples or romance destination. We ended up going back and spending... more

I dug this little museum. It takes only about 30 minutes to peruse and is well worth visiting to help overcome some primal fears... not that my heart won't ever stop racing at the sound of rattles when I'm hiking. The museum features a large collection of these denigrated reptiles. It's a small space, but they pack in a lot.... more

During our annual trip to Albuquerque for the Balloon Fiesta, we stopped at the Rattlesnake Museum. It was difficult to get my boys (5 and 10) to leave. You can get face to face with all types of snakes, most of which are at the right level for children (and there are step stools available if needed so that you... more

I was visiting my home town of Albuquerque New Mexico on Christmas Eve 2008 and stumbled upon the Rattlesnake Museum! I was looking for a T-shirt for my husband but found many other interesting items, as well. I was impressed to see Bob Meyers and his wife (whose name I should have noted) behind the counter. They are so warm... more

I have lived in ABQ for almost 2 yrs and was running out of things to try in town, when i happened upon the Rattlesnake Museum. For a small price, I gained admission, a smile and a cool Certificate of Bravery (to be signed once I finished the museum). The museum is set up very well with even fun facts... more