Artesia was named with the discovery of artesian wells in the area around 1903. The town became an agricultural oasis until the early 1920s when many of the area's artesian wells began to dwindle. Then in 1924, oil was discovered and the rest is history. Best Western Artesia New Mexico.
Things to do in Artesia
Artesia Historical Museum/Art Gallery
Located in a 1904 home in the Pecos Valley, you will see Historical exhibits and an Art Gallery depicting the history of the area. Call 505-748-2390 for more information.