Community Almanac

Experience the extraordinary legacy of the Los Alamos region. From the centuries-old pueblo ruins of Bandelier National Monument to the world-renowned scientific community that shaped the course of history, Los Alamos continues to excel in innovative technology for the 21st century. Enjoy our breathtaking mountain scenery, fascinating museums, wildlife and many activitie, such as hiking, backpacking, road and mountain biking, rock climbing, fishing, birding, camping, swimming, golfing, hunting, cross country skiing, downhill skiing, skating and much more. Los Alamos provides a convenient and economical base for exploring the diverse cultural and sightseeing opportunities offered by North Central New Mexico. Native American cultures have lived here for thousands of years and Hispanic homesteaders for hundreds of years. The Los Alamos Ranch School, a famous prep school, arrived in the early 1900s. The Manhattan Project came in the 1940s and brought people from diverse cultures around the world, including famous scientists such as J. Robert Oppenheimer, Hans Bethe and Enrico Fermi. Since the end of World War II, Los Alamos has been a world-class center for science, research and technology. The story of the history of Los Alamos and the birth of the atomic age is told at two local museums, the Los Alamos Historical Museum and the Bradbury Science Museum. When we say "where discoveries are made," we mean more than just in the scientific and technology realm. The people, the heritage, the setting and the rich range of cultural activities are all yours to discover!