Entry No. 13 — the Albuquerque file — filed under: oddities

American International Rattlesnake Museum

Founded by a former high school biology teacher, this hyper-focused conservation museum holds the world's largest collection of live rattlesnake species alongside snake-themed pop culture artifacts, vintage snake-bite kits, and antique snake art.

The move: Walk through the dimly lit terrarium galleries together pointing out rare albino rattlesnakes and Gila monsters, then receive your official 'Certificate of Bravery' at the gift shop exit before heading across Old Town Plaza for margaritas.

📍 Old Town
💸 $
⚡ Up for anything
🌗 Indoors

Where: 202 San Felipe St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

Hours: Added 2026-07-21 — confirm current hours before you go.

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Further reading: Official site · Atlas Obscura · visitalbuquerque.org

last checked: 2026-07-21