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Sherman, New Mexico
Sherman, New Mexico is located in New Mexico
Sherman, New Mexico
Sherman, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
Sherman, New Mexico is located in the United States
Sherman, New Mexico
Sherman, New Mexico
Location in the United States
Country United States
State New Mexico
County Grant
Elevation
5,545 ft (1,690 m)
Time zone UTC-7 (Mountain (MST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-6 (MDT)
Area code(s) 575
GNIS feature ID 899913

Sherman is a small place in Grant County, New Mexico, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement that isn't officially part of a city or town. It doesn't have its own local government like a mayor or city council. Instead, it's managed by the county.

Where is Sherman Located?

Sherman is found in the southwestern part of New Mexico. It sits along New Mexico State Road 61. This road helps people travel to and from the community.

How Far is Sherman from Silver City?

Sherman is about 23 miles (which is about 37 kilometers) east of Silver City. Silver City is a larger town nearby. It's often where people from Sherman go for shopping or other services.

What Historic Buildings are in Sherman?

Even though Sherman is a small community, it has some important historic buildings. These buildings are recognized for their special history. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes places across the United States that are worth preserving.

The George O. Perrault House

One of these special buildings is the George O. Perrault House. It's a historic home that tells a story about the past. Buildings like this help us understand how people lived long ago.

The San Juan Teacherage

Another important building is the San Juan Teacherage. A "teacherage" is a house built for teachers. In the past, especially in rural areas, schools would provide housing for their teachers. This helped make sure there were always teachers available for the local children.

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