We highlighted our trip through the Southwest by stopping in Roswell, NM. As many people know, Roswell was the site of an alleged UFO crash in 1947. It is also close to White Sands Missile Test Center and where nuclear bomb testing was done during WWII. So if there is any place UFOs would visit, it must be here!
The UFO Museum and Research Center is privately owned and operated. It is easy to find and is fun to walk through either alone or with a friend or group. The fee is only $5 per person with discounts offered for military and others. The staff is friendly and helpful. The museum is quite interesting. One could easily spend 2-3 hours there or more depending on if you go to the library for some research. The exhibits range from cheesy mock-ups of life size aliens to very interesting and thought-provoking documents, theories, and quotes from astronauts, scientists, and even US Presidents. So it has something for everyone. The gift shop is pretty good and has a wide range of items that are not overly expensive. Remember that this is a private museum that doesn’t receive government support. I highly recommend that if you are in the area then you should stop by for a few hours. Photos are allowed. You will be amazed at some of the information and you probably won’t forget your visit.
The UFO Museum and Research Center is privately owned and operated. It is easy to find and is fun to walk through either alone or with a friend or group. The fee is only $5 per person with discounts offered for military and others. The staff is friendly and helpful. The museum is quite interesting. One could easily spend 2-3 hours there or more depending on if you go to the library for some research. The exhibits range from cheesy mock-ups of life size aliens to very interesting and thought-provoking documents, theories, and quotes from astronauts, scientists, and even US Presidents. So it has something for everyone. The gift shop is pretty good and has a wide range of items that are not overly expensive. Remember that this is a private museum that doesn’t receive government support. I highly recommend that if you are in the area then you should stop by for a few hours. Photos are allowed. You will be amazed at some of the information and you probably won’t forget your visit.
Address and info:
International UFO Museum and Research Center
114 North Main Street
Roswell, New Mexico 88203
Phone: 1-800-822-3545(Toll Free Worldwide)
Museum Hours: Open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Seven Days Per Week.
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| Animated alien and flying saucer display at the UFO Museum. |
