The Rift and the River: The Geology of Southern New Mexico
May 11- July 22
This exhibition tells the spectacular story of our region from 36 million years ago to the present. Throughout the exhibition are specimens of regional rocks and minerals loaned to the museum by Dr. Greg Mack of NMSU and Glenn & Lorena Hales of Las Cruces. These rocks and minerals highlight particular areas of the region and add a glimpse of the history beneath our feet.
Chihuahuan Desert Animals Exhibit
Permanent Exhibit Amphibians and reptiles, fish, and arachnids of the Chihuahuan Desert and New Mexico . The Nature Center has a broad collection of 106 live animals on display consisting of 6 frog and toad species, 1 salamander, 10 lizard, 7 snake, 5 turtle, 1 fish, and 5 arachnid species. Come see us on Friday afternoons for our collection-wide feeding.
See the Animals