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Albuquerque, New Mexico: Rattlesnake Museum

34 different varieties of rattlesnakes behind glass. All visitors receive a Certificate of Bravery signed by the owner.

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Albino snake.

Rattlesnake Museum

The Rattlesnake Museum was one of my favorite places to visit, thanks to Bob, your friendly neighborhood rattlesnake man. He was very willing to chat, and the entrance fee to see the snakes, spiders, and various other creepy-crawlies was very much worth it.

Bob also collects photos of snake tattoos, and I have a snake tattooed around my arm - so somehow I ended up with a ball python dangling over my shoulder while Bob took photos for his album!

[Jeanie, 09/11/2008]
Rattlesnake Museum

The Rattlesnake Museum has many huge, live rattlesnakes behind glass and lots of neat souvenirs. It's in Old Town Albuquerque just off Old Route 66.

[Margot Plummer, 05/13/2001]

The American International Rattlesnake Museum has about 150 snakes on display. Their albino western diamondback is named "Marilyn."

Rattlesnake Museum

American International Rattlesnake Museum

Address:
202 San Felipe St. NW, Albuquerque, NM
Directions:
American International Rattlesnake Museum. Take Central Ave. west from I-25 about 3 miles to Old Town and Old Route 66.
Hours:
Sep.-May M-F 11:30-5:30, Sa 10-6, Su 1-5. June-Aug. M-Sa 10-6, Su 1-5. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
505-242-6569
RA Rates:
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