Milky Way Over Route 60, New Mexico. Photo by Alex Warnes.
Boundless Sky.
Infinite Possibility.
Boundless Sky.
Infinite Possibility.
Space Valley is a pioneering space ecosystem strategically positioned in the Rio Grande River corridor where groundbreaking science meets cultural wisdom, ethereal landscape meets stellar skies, boundless imagination meets entrepreneurial spirit, and big ideas are born.
A Culture of Innovation.
Space Valley unites adventurers, inventors, visionaries, artists, thinkers, and rebels in a unique environment where art, culture, science, nature, and technology collide to push the boundaries of space exploration.
Discover the hidden wonders, creative forces, cosmic curiosities, critical insights, and revolutionary advancements emerging from this singular culture of innovation.
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Dark Skies
A remote telescope hosting facility in Space Valley’s southwest region serves the world’s most prominent astrophotographers and astronomers.
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Axis Rising
An 11-story, naked-eye observatory sculpture constructed with the geometry of the stars by renowned artist Charles Ross looms over Space Valley’s eastern plains.
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Astronomy Club
Space Valley has more astronomy clubs than any other region. Find one near you and discover a whole other world.
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Alien Landscape
Astrophotographer Ryan Oswald’s 2025 Overlanding photography workshop will teach techniques for capturing the Bisti Badlands under cover of night.
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Cosmic Curiosities
Space Valley’s premier UFO network (the most active in the country) offers enthusiasts a portal into the unexplained and the extraordinary.
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A Community of Visionaries.
Space Valley is more than a place—it’s a community of visionaries. From citizens to scientists, explore the legendary and vibrant institutions shaping the future of space discovery, exploration, and innovation.
Featured Organizations
Elsewhere the sky is the roof of the world; but here the earth was the floor of the sky.
- Willa Cather
What’s On in Space Valley.
Space Valley offers a diverse range of dynamic space events and experiences for professionals and the public alike, spanning everything from industry development and STEM education to science programs and stargazing.
Featured Events
“Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.”
- Carl Sagan
Orionid Meteor Shower (Peak: mid-to-late October): The Orionids, originating from the debris of Halley’s Comet, peak around October 20-22.
Hunter’s Moon (Full Moon in October): This full moon occurs closest to the autumnal equinox, often in early to mid-October.
Mars and Venus Appearances: Depending on the year, both Mars and Venus may be visible in October evening or morning skies.
Space Trail Highlight
Robert Goddard
Rocket Research Site
Robert Goddard, the father of modern rocketry, made groundbreaking advancements in liquid-fueled rocket technology in the 1930s in Roswell, New Mexico. His work there laid the foundation for modern space exploration.
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