New Mexico History Museum

The New Mexico History Museum is a history museum in Santa Fe that presents exhibits, artifacts, and documents spanning the region's development from ancient times to the present. The collection shows how the area has changed through different periods and peoples who lived here.

The museum occupies a complex that includes the Palace of the Governors, built in 1610 and the oldest continually used public building constructed by European settlers in continental North America. This palace served as an administrative center and remains central to the site's identity.

Local Native American artists work and sell handcrafted items in a dedicated space, keeping traditional techniques alive through their daily presence. Visitors can watch artisans creating work and learn about the cultural practices behind each piece.

The museum operates with different hours depending on the season, so it is best to check ahead before planning your visit. It is located in downtown Santa Fe and easily accessible on foot, with parking and visitor services nearby.

The Palace Press, housed within the complex, is a working print shop with antique equipment that demonstrates how printing was done historically in the region. Visitors can watch demonstrations where staff use these machines to create prints in traditional ways.

Location: Santa Fe

Inception: 2009

Part of: Government of New Mexico

Address: Lincoln Avenue

Opening Hours: May-October 10:00-17:00; May-October Friday 10:00-19:00; November-April Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00, Friday[1] 10:00-19:00

Phone: +15054765200

Website: http://nmhistorymuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 35.68835,-105.94032

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44