CITY OF TUCUMCARI
OUR HISTORY
Diverse cultures have lived and flourished in the Tucumcari area for ages. Let us tell you all about it!
Traces of the oldest civilizations in North America found throughout the Tucumcari region date back 10,000 years. Along the shores of what was once an inland sea, prehistoric hunters stalked mastodons and mammoths. Dinosaurs flourished and left their tracks behind.
Furthermore, some of the first businesses to open in 1902 a furniture store, hardware store, livery barn, hotel, bank & saloon. There was a merchant store that sold goods to railroad travelers and homesteading settlers. The tents swapped out with permanent homes, the first of which also contained the post office.
By 1926, Tucumcari became a destination along the famous Route 66 highway. Travelers began stopping by carload, making Tucumcari a popular place. Gas stations replaced wagon yards. Blacksmith shops and stables were a scene of the past, and cafes and motor courts took over. Today, Tucumcari’s proximity to I-40 continues to attract travelers. As the town continues to evolve, its people remain committed to preserving its rich history. Tucumcari residents work to bring economic growth, while remaining true to their heritage. It is the best of the old days and the new ones to come!
TUCUMCARI'S Mission
Our Values
