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About The Historic Shuler Theater
The Historic Shuler Theater is a beloved performing arts venue in the city, New Mexico. A City of the city‑owned historic landmark, the theater sits at 131 N 2nd St and offers an intimate multi‑use setting for live performances, community events, and touring shows. With a storied past, including former names Rex Theater and Shuler Auditorium, this venue continues to host a diverse lineup from music and comedy to drama and cultural events. We’ve got you covered for planning your visit, from seating details to nearby lodging and dining options.
the city is accessible via rail and road connections. The nearby Ratón Station at 201 S First St provides Amtrak access, with additional regional transit options available. Parking details aren’t published by the venue, so plan ahead and consider nearby lots or street parking options. Whether you’re catching a live show or a family‑friendly performance, secure your seats early and explore nearby hotels like the Best Western Plus Raton Hotel, Quality Inn Raton, and Rodeway Inn & Suites Raton for comfortable stays. After the show, enjoy local dining and services—your connection to The Historic Shuler Theater helps you find the best seats, the best routes, and the best places to unwind.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 131 N 2nd St, Raton, NM 87740
- Capacity: 450 seats (official on-site rental tech page; other sources list higher historical counts).
- Venue type: Historic performing-arts theater; state landmark; owned by the City of Raton.
- Seating chart: Publicly published seating chart not on official site; third-party seating maps exist (e.g., TickPick).
- Parking: No parking details published on the venue site.
- Transit: Amtrak Southwest Chief serves Raton; Raton Station at 201 S First St; Amtrak Thruway connections available.
- Nearby hotels: Best Western Plus Raton Hotel (473 Clayton Rd); Quality Inn Raton (533 Clayton Rd); Rodeway Inn & Suites Raton (200 Clayton Rd).
- Notable events: Home to Santa Fe Trail School for the Performing Arts; events hosted by Raton Arts & Humanities Council; past examples include DIVAS3 (Mar 10, 2024) and Michael Martin Murphey’s Cowboy Christmas (Dec 6, 2024); Gate City Music Festival (Aug 30–31, 2025).
- Renamed/demolished: Not demolished; historically known as Rex Theater and Shuler Auditorium before adopting The Historic Shuler Theater name; still active today.