Mission of the Society:
To assemble, preserve and interpret the history of Southeast New Mexico and to promote a great interest, understanding and appreciation of the area's past.
About the House:
The house, located at the corner of North Lea and West Second Street in Roswell, New Mexico, is listed on the National Register of Historical Places.
Construction of this home was completed in 1912, the same year New Mexico became a state. The architecture or style of the home is called "Prairie" or "Schooner," a design developed by Frank Lloyd Wright in the early 1900's.
Once the stately home of Mr. and Mrs. James Phelps White and a Roswell landmark since its completion in 1912, this grand house now serves as the Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico Museum. Although the Historical Society had existed for many years, it was without a "home base" until the heirs of Mr. and Mrs. White donated the family home in 1976 to serve as a museum, with the third story serving as an archival repository. In 2007, an adjoining archival facility was constructed, and ever since, the museum and archives have operated in tandem.
Take a journey through a brief introduction to the History of Roswell, NM. A Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico film by Relicwood Media and sponsored by The Paul McCutchen Private Foundation. A mini documentary that will leave you wanting to learn more about this little town with a big history that his widely influenced the known world.
43RD ANNUAL HERITAGE DINNER | AUGUST 26, 2025
Click on the link below to make Dinner Box or Dinner Bundle reservations.
What's happening at the historical society
Community Partnership
Support the Historical Society
TUESDAY | JULY 22 | 3:00 -10:00 PM
Blood Drive
The Bloodmobile will be here Tuesday, August 12, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Meet at the Pole
Coming in September...
Meet us at the pole every Wednesday
200 N. Lea Ave., Roswell, New Mexico.
Coming in September...
Coming in September...
Coming in September...
Mark your calendar!
National Championship Air Races and Air Show coming to Roswell September 10-14.
Loose Change Drive
Coming in September...
Loose Change Drive
CHECK OUT HUNTSTACHE'S "WHERE I GOT MY BRONZE STAR"
Discover the stories and battles that took place in Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico during the Civil War. Our society has collected a wealth of information and artifacts that provide an insight into this turbulent period in our history.
Peter Hurd Prints Available For Purchase
Books by Local Authors
Books by Local Authors
You'll want to check out our book collection. Many titles by local authors available for purchase.
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