Former Armory (Brewery, Kitchen, Open Spaces)
Located on South 3rd Street, The Armory—now operating as the Raton Convention Center—is a striking historic Art Deco building that offers massive interior scale and unparalleled logistical support. Built with classic military architecture and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it features a sprawling, multi-level layout anchored by an expansive main hall. Whether a production requires a cavernous soundstage alternative, a retro institutional aesthetic, or simply a central hub for basecamp and catering, this facility delivers.
Location Highlights
Massive Interior Scale: The primary event hall offers over 6,000 square feet of wide-open space, functioning beautifully as a practical set for institutional scenes or as a makeshift soundstage for interior set builds.
Historic Art Deco Architecture: The building’s striking, mid-century military exterior provides immediate cinematic texture, capable of doubling as an imposing vintage institution, municipal building, or retro facility.
Built-In Production Support: Outfitted with a full catering kitchen, multiple meeting rooms, and accessible multi-level infrastructure, the building serves as a perfect turnkey basecamp, extras holding area, or production office headquarters.
Maximized Financial Incentives: Located squarely within Colfax County's rural uplift zone, qualifying projects utilizing this location earn New Mexico's maximum 35% tax credit.
