Road Trip: Silver City, New Mexico (NM Hwy 90 West)

Road trip on New Mexico Highway 90 West to Silver City, with beautiful views and information about the area.

Silver City, NM, is a historic mining town with a rich history.

It was founded in 1870 as a mining camp along the banks of the San Vicente Creek.

The town was named after the discovery of silver in the area, which attracted miners from around the world.

Silver City quickly became a center for commerce and trade, serving as a hub for the surrounding mining operations.

During the 19th century, the town experienced a boom due to the silver and gold mining industries.

Many of the current historic buildings in Silver City date back to this period, including the Old Elks Lodge and the Silver City Woman's Club.