La Cueva Rock Shelter is an archeological site located at the foot of the Organ Mountains outside Las Cruces. This feature is now part of the Organ Mountain - Desert Peaks National Monument. The shelter was occupied from almost 5,000 BC through the historic period that followed the arrival of the Europeans.
The museum is 47 acres packed with real stories about real people. The interactive museum brings to life the 3,000-year history of farming and ranching in New Mexico. Visitors can watch a cow being milked, stroll along corrals filled with livestock, enjoy gardens or watch hands-on exhibits such as blacksmithing, quilting, water dowsing and more.
The Dripping Springs Natural Area has over four miles of easy hiking trails, including the Dripping Springs Trail, which shows off desert scrub and low elevation pinon-juniper and oak woodlands. The area also boasts excellent wildlife viewing opportunities, including excellent year-round viewing of red-tailed hawk, Gambel's quail, golden eagle and rock squirrel.
Mesilla Plaza is the central plaza in the small town of Mesilla in far southern New Mexico. The Mesilla Plaza is in the center of town, bounded by Calle de Principal, Calle de Parian, Calle de Guadalupe, and Calle de Santiago.
At the crossroads of interstates 10 and 25, you’ll find Las Cruces, NM. Las Cruces, the state’s second largest city, is a welcoming destination with a vibrant culture, bold flavors, expansive outdoor recreation, revitalized downtown and thriving space industry. As of the 2020 census the population was 111,385.
The Museum of Nature and Science in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is a prominent cultural and educational institution in the area. The museum features a wide range of exhibits related to natural history, science, and local culture. These exhibits often include displays on topics such as paleontology, geology, astronomy, wildlife, and the history of the region.
Art Obscura is an art gallery and creative space located in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Art Obscura was known for its focus on promoting and showcasing the work of local and regional artists. It provided a platform for artists to display their creations, which could include paintings, sculptures, photography, and other forms of visual art.
Trails End Gallery is an art gallery located in Las Cruces, New Mexico. They are a small team of talented artists with a wide range of skills and experience. They love what they do, and they do it with passion.
The New Mexico State University (NMSU) Art Museum is an important cultural institution located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, on the campus of New Mexico State University. The University Art Museum serves as a showcase for the visual arts in the border region. The UAM features both contemporary and historical art.
