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While you’re in Roswell, New Mexico, you might be wondering what to see and do in this unusual town. You might also want to check out the Roswell Museum and Art Center. This museum is home to a variety of exhibits and serves as the cultural center for the city. There are 12 galleries filled with artwork from artists from the Taos and Santa Fe art colonies as well as Spanish colonial pieces. The Roswell Museum was founded by the New Deal Work Projects Administration and is an important cultural center for the town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re traveling with your significant other, one of the top things to do in Roswell is enjoy some local wine. One of the best places to try local wines is Pecos Flavors Winery, founded by Paul and Cindy Ragsdale in 2004. You can sample the locally made wines, including their famous Compadres, a Cabernet\/Syrah blend. You can also enjoy a dinner at the Cattle Baron, a local restaurant honoring Roswell’s cattle-ranching history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When visiting Roswell, you should also check out the downtown historic district. You can enjoy the town’s quaint architecture and taste some of the local wines at the tasting room. The historic district features a variety of architectural styles. The Historical Society of Southeast New Mexico offers guided tours through the historic district. The International UFO Museum and Research Center investigates the crash of a crashed UFO in Roswell and other alleged UFO incidents around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have children, you should definitely visit the Spring River Park and Zoo. This park has a variety of activities for children, including carousel rides, educational programs, and even a miniature horse. There are many animals from around the world that you can visit, including some migratory species. You should also visit the J. Smith Bird Sanctuary & Nature Center if you want to spend some time observing wildlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among the most popular tourist attractions in Roswell, New Mexico is the Roswell Museum of UFOs. This museum is full of displays and an extensive library on the subject. In addition to UFOs, the museum also features a gift shop and a bookstore with books on the topic. After checking out the museum, you can visit the downtown historic district for some sightseeing and window shopping. There are also many historic buildings and structures that you can visit, including the local Indian Pueblo, a mystical Indian village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The town of Roswell is famous for its UFO sightings, and the International UFO Museum and Research Center is dedicated to preserving and displaying artifacts related to the 1947 UFO crash. Visitors can also explore exhibits about Area 51, crop circles, and general UFOs. You might also want to take a walk around the town, as some attractions are temporarily closed. To make sure you get a good view of the area, you should book tickets ahead of time. You can also check out restaurants that offer pick-up service.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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