In 1950 the town changed its name from Hot Springs to Truth or Consequences to win a contest sponsored by a popular radio game show.
This exemplifies the quirky, artistic spirit of the community that is also known for the popular mineral springs sprinkled throughout the downtown district and is located just west of the popular boaters haven Elephant Butte.
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Charles Motel and Spa

Southwest Region: Truth or Consequences

Constructed 1938. The Charles is made up of two historical buildings. The Spa building, constructed in the late 1940s, and The Charles Apartments, built in the late 1930s, sit side-by-side on Broadway, awaiting the arrival of guests who venture to the southwest for a relaxing getaway, or on a quest Read more…

Downtown Truth or Consequences sidewalks

Southwest Region: Truth or Consequences

Constructed 1940. Downtown Truth or Consequences Truth or Consequences, NM 87901

El Cortez Theater

Southwest Region: Truth or Consequences

Constructed 1941. The El Cortez Theater was built in 1941 and had a seating capacity of 580. It was closed for many, many years, but revitalized and re-opened in 1995 to show first-run movies once again.This little town of Truth or Consequences, NM (pop. 7,500+), formally Hot Springs, NM, and Read more…

Firewater Lodge and Motor Court

Southwest Region: Truth or Consequences

Firewater Lodge is a Historic Motor Court located in downtown Truth or Consequences, New Mexico in the heart of the Historic Bathhouse District. This historic adobe motel building is a 50’s style motor court with classic charm. The guest rooms surround a charming garden sitting area with a fire pit. Read more…

Geronimo Trail Scenic Byway

Southwest Region: Truth or Consequences

The Geronimo Trail Scenic Byway is named for Geronimo, a famous Apache warrior. He was born Goyakla, meaning “one who yawns” in the 1820s near the headwaters of the Gila River. This would be in the Gila Wilderness area of Southwestern New Mexico today. He was born into the Bedonkohe Read more…

Hot Springs, Bathhouse and Commercial Historic District

Southwest Region: Truth or Consequences

Constructed 1950. The Hot Springs Bathhouse and Commercial Historic District in Truth or Consequences consists of about 56 acres encompassing much of the city’s historic downtown and nearby mineral baths and apartments that served visitors who came to the health resort community between 1916 and 1950 when it was known Read more…

La Paloma Hot Springs and Spa

Southwest Region: Truth or Consequences

Constructed 1910. We are grateful to be the stewards of the last two remaining natural flow bathhouses in what was originally know as “Ojo *Caliente* de las Palomas” later known as Hot Springs, NM and currently known as Truth or Consequences, NM. These two bathhouses shelter the original source of Read more…

Las Palomas Plaza

Southwest Region: Truth or Consequences

Las Palomas Plaza – Just west of Geronimo Springs Museum on Main – Formerly known as the Government Spring. Plaza/ fountain designed by Shel Neymark. Description from Shel Neymar’s website: Las Palomas Plaza in Truth or Consequences New Mexico was designed to create a gathering space in the center of Read more…

Lee Belle Johnson Center

Southwest Region: Truth or Consequences

This building bears WPA markers on its exterior. 301 S. Foch St. Truth or Consequences, NM 87901 | 575-894-6641

Public Art in the TRC MainStreet District

Southwest Region: Truth or Consequences

The MainStreet District in Truth or Consequences reflects the diverse and quirky style of this community. From mosaics to murals, modern to traditional, wander the streets in this district to see their unique public art. 210 Main Ave Truth or Consequences, NM 87901