New Mexico History Museum
Palace of the Governors
The New Mexico History Museum and Palace of the Governors sit beside Santa Fe’s historic Plaza. Enter the museum at 113 Lincoln Avenue to explore New Mexico history and the adjoining Palace. Check the current exhibition list before visiting. Docent tours depend on volunteer availability; contact the museum to confirm. Historic Downtown Walking Tours have separate booking information through Friends of History.
A 96,000-square-foot addition to the venerable Palace of the Governors (the nation's oldest continuously occupied government building), the New Mexico History Museum sweeps across five centuries of stories that made the American West -- from early Native inhabitants to Spanish colonists, Santa Fe Trail riders, outlaws, the railroad, artists, scientists, hippies and more.
Vibrant lectures, hands-on workshops and performances complement the museum experience. Films, computer interactives, artifacts, photos, maps, paintings and more tell the New Mexico story and provide a jumping-off point for your New Mexico adventures.
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Xmas Day, New Year's Day.
Why We Love It
“We never tire of visiting New Mexico History Museum. Every time reveals something new about the extraordinary history and culture of this region.”
Insider Tip
Check for free admission days — several Santa Fe museums offer them, especially on First Fridays.
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