| Known internationally for the "Roswell Incident," Roswell is a host to many tourists interested in UFO's and rumored government cover-ups of alien visits, but the city offers many other attractions to residents and visitors alike.Southeastern New Mexico offers tremendous attractions to fishermen, hikers, skiers, campers, and hot air balloonists. The Roswell Museum and Art Center boast 11 art galleries, along with Southwestern art, history and technology exhibits. The Roswell Community Little Theatre and the Symphony Orchestra provide other venues for local performers, as well.Annual events and attractions in Roswell include the Eastern New Mexico State Fair, the Pecos Valley Roundup, and the Southeast New Mexico Senior Expo. Roswell is home to the Eastern New Mexico University and the New Mexico Military Institute. |
