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Prehistoric Trackways National Monument

Wee (and not so wee) footprints that insects and reptiles of the Paleozoic Era left behind.

Las Cruces, New Mexico

Chile Pepper Institute

At this research institute, the chile is king.

Las Cruces, New Mexico

Recycled Roadrunner Statue

A 20-foot tall roadrunner constructed of discarded items watches over the I-10.

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New Mexican Sundae

Frozen custard gets topped with green chile sauce and salty pecans to make this Las Cruces specialty.

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Santa Fe: Immersive Art and Otherworldly Landscapes

Join us in the mysterious desert landscapes that have captivated artists from Georgia O’Keeffe to Judy Chicago.

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