Explore Alien Sightings & Abductions
A Community of Believers
An alien abduction could happen to anyone, anywhere, and at any time. Some believe these abductions are real occurrences, actual contact with other-worldly beings. Science believes these situations are a result of mental illness. Either way, people who claim to have been abducted by aliens are able to express their beliefs in other-worldly beings. There are many social groups who believe these abductions are real. There is also a major market for alien related events and memorabilia. Within these groups, abductees feel special or different. They are regarded as enlightened or lucky. Many abduction cases describe similar occurrences. Bright lights, strange beings, and paralysis. Are these abductees dreaming or did they experience extraterrestrial contact?
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Past Sightings & Abductions
The Travis Walton Abduction
November 5, 1975
Travis Walton was abducted after a UFO sighting while working as a logger in Arizona. He along with his coworkers witnessed a strange UFO while working. All the men claim to have seen the same things and all said Travis was taken. His coworkers were accused of his murder. Travis showed up five days later at a gas station 30 miles away. Watch "Travis: The True Story of Travis Walton on Amazon Prime (link below)
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Artist Showcase
Veronica Morris
Alien abductions and sightings have made an impression of much of popular culture. In some of her art, Veronica Morris utilizes extraterrestrials as her focal point. Shown are some lovely examples of some of her work. As well as a few photos she took while on vacation in the infamous Area 51. Veronica is a tattoo artist in Nevada City, California. Be sure to check out her Instagram for more awesome work.
