Head to Roswell UFO Tours for the ultimate Roswell UFO experience. Follow the lead of a local UFO researcher who takes you through a number of historic sites, including ones connected to the Famous Roswell UFO Incident. This is your opportunity to fulfill all your curiosities of extraterrestrial encounters. Roswell also exhibits its rich local history at the Roswell Museum & Art Center. The museum features Western artifacts and a collection of artwork sure to pique anyone’s interest. Don’t miss its main draw, Robert Goddard’s workshop and rocketry exhibit. A favorite of locals, the Pecos Flavors Winery offers its patrons a great escape from the New Mexico heat with free tastings of local wines, a well-stocked beer and a wine room.
Get another taste of Roswell’s local culture by visiting the Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art. Only a five-minute drive from downtown, this museum features nine galleries with paintings, drawings, sculptures, photography and more by artists who have participated in the Roswell Artist-in-Residence program since its inception more than 45 years ago. Drive 20 minutes out-of-town to the Bottomless Lakes State Park for some fun outdoors. Go for a swim or rent paddleboats at the lake or throw a picnic if you want to stay dry. Guest can also enjoy the beautiful sunsets against the red glow of the rocks. Get up close and personal to black bears, mountain lions, and more at the Spring River Park and Zoo. Visitors love the peacocks, prairie dogs, and other small animals running loose throughout the space. This is a great place to entertain the young ones out in the fresh air.
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