Contact Chris Nail - chris.nail@state.nm.us
505-476-5075
505-476-5075
When the New Mexico Museum of Art opened in 1917 it was the first building in the state dedicated to art. Its galleries, reception areas and St. Francis auditorium were made by the people of New Mexico for the promotion of the state's rich culture to visitors and locals alike. Construction materials made it look like the historic adobe churches found throughout the state's Pueblos. Explore online.
13 Lincoln Ave
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 476-5200
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 476-5200
On display is the Mercury Space Capsule 12B, created as a backup for the Mercury missions and on loan from the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum. The capsule illustrates the preceding exploration missions that laid the groundwork for the Apollo 11 mission and moon landing. The exhibit includes include five small moon rocks and a New Mexico state flag that flew to the moon.
Santa Fe Events Calendar
Planning a trip to Santa Fe and want to know what to do? Since we're voted one of the best cities for weather, we have events happening all year.Select the dates of your trip on the right or search the categories for cultural events, craft fairs, music festivals, fiestas, art exhibits, theater performances and more.
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Sun., August 25, 2019
Aug 25 - Aug 25, 2019
8:30-11am
Event Type: Family Activities, Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours, Outdoor Adventure
A 2-mile backcountry hike to the remnants of a 13th century pueblo that was described and mapped by noted archaeologist A.V. Kidder in teh late 1920s. Meet up at the upper parking lot near the Spanish Mission Church. Reservations are required.
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8:30-11am
Forked Lightning Pueblo Hike
Location: Pecos National Historical Park 505-757-7241Event Type: Family Activities, Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours, Outdoor Adventure
A 2-mile backcountry hike to the remnants of a 13th century pueblo that was described and mapped by noted archaeologist A.V. Kidder in teh late 1920s. Meet up at the upper parking lot near the Spanish Mission Church. Reservations are required.
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Aug 25 - Dec 31, 2019
Daily 9am-12pm
Event Type: Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Visit Pecos National Historical Park and learn about the rich heritage of the Native Americans as well as the strong influence of the Spanish culture in Northern New Mexico. Walk along the ruins and immerse yourself in NM's history and landscapes.
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Daily 9am-12pm
Native American Ruins - Pecos
Location: Various LocationsEvent Type: Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Visit Pecos National Historical Park and learn about the rich heritage of the Native Americans as well as the strong influence of the Spanish culture in Northern New Mexico. Walk along the ruins and immerse yourself in NM's history and landscapes.
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Aug 25 - Oct 31, 2019
Daily 10am-12pm
Event Type: Family Activities, Museum Events, Historical Tours
Discover the authentic history of old Santa Fe on a two-hour walking tour led by New Mexico History Museum guides. Tours depart daily at 10:15 a.m. from the Museum’s main entrance, 113 Lincoln Avenue. www.santafewalkingtour.org or 505-476-5200
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Daily 10am-12pm
Walking Tours of Historic Downton Santa Fe
Location: New Mexico History Museum 505-231-8293Event Type: Family Activities, Museum Events, Historical Tours
Discover the authentic history of old Santa Fe on a two-hour walking tour led by New Mexico History Museum guides. Tours depart daily at 10:15 a.m. from the Museum’s main entrance, 113 Lincoln Avenue. www.santafewalkingtour.org or 505-476-5200
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Aug 25 - Nov 30, 2019
Daily 10am-12pm
Event Type: Family Activities, Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Award-Winning Tour -Our signature 2hr bike tour showcases the beautiful culture, art, history, & panoramic landscapes in Santa Fe as our professional tour guides offer an intimate look at the many unique landmarks & local treasures along the route.
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Daily 10am-12pm
Santa Fe Art & History Bike Tour - Morning
Location: Routes Bicycle Tours NM 505-550-8018Event Type: Family Activities, Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Award-Winning Tour -Our signature 2hr bike tour showcases the beautiful culture, art, history, & panoramic landscapes in Santa Fe as our professional tour guides offer an intimate look at the many unique landmarks & local treasures along the route.
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Aug 25 - Dec 31, 2019
Daily 10am-6pm
Event Type: Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Get beyond downtown Santa Fe in our yellow Pinzgauer, a fun high clearance vehicleǃ Our Pinzie from the Plaza tours take you into the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Tours depart at 10AM, 12PM, 2PM and 4PM. Call us to book, or book onlineǃ
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Daily 10am-6pm
Pinzgauer/"Jeep" Tours
Location: La Fonda on the Plaza 505-988-4000Event Type: Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Get beyond downtown Santa Fe in our yellow Pinzgauer, a fun high clearance vehicleǃ Our Pinzie from the Plaza tours take you into the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Tours depart at 10AM, 12PM, 2PM and 4PM. Call us to book, or book onlineǃ
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Aug 25 - Nov 30, 2019
Daily 12pm-2pm
Event Type: Family Activities, Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Award-Winning Tour -Our signature 2hr bike tour showcases the beautiful culture, art, history, & panoramic landscapes in Santa Fe as our professional tour guides offer an intimate look at the many unique landmarks & local treasures along the route.
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Daily 12pm-2pm
Santa Fe Art & History Bike Tour - Afternoon
Location: Routes Bicycle Tours NM 505-550-8018Event Type: Family Activities, Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Award-Winning Tour -Our signature 2hr bike tour showcases the beautiful culture, art, history, & panoramic landscapes in Santa Fe as our professional tour guides offer an intimate look at the many unique landmarks & local treasures along the route.
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Aug 25 - Oct 31, 2019
Daily 1:30-2:45pm
Event Type: Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Offered daily, reservations recommended. Tour the landscape of Ghost Ranch by motorbus and see through your own eyes the scenes and locations of Georgia O’Keeffe’s paintings interwoven with stories of her fifty years at Ghost Ranch. 505-685-1000
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Daily 1:30-2:45pm
Georgia O'Keeffe Landscape Tour at Ghost Ranch
Location: Ghost Ranch Education & Retreat Center, Abiquiu, NMEvent Type: Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Offered daily, reservations recommended. Tour the landscape of Ghost Ranch by motorbus and see through your own eyes the scenes and locations of Georgia O’Keeffe’s paintings interwoven with stories of her fifty years at Ghost Ranch. 505-685-1000
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Aug 25, 2019 - Dec 29, 2019
Wed
Sun 2-6pm
Event Type: Historical Tours, Food Wine & Spirits
Our "Taste of Canyon Road Tour" introduces visitors to Santa Fe's famous Canyon Road through its art, architecture, history, and food. This dinner tour includes a three course meal with wine pairings and is the perfect way to experience Canyon Road
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Wed
Sun 2-6pm
Taste of Canyon Road Dinner Tour
Location: On Canyon Road - The Consignment Gallery 505-395-0552Event Type: Historical Tours, Food Wine & Spirits
Our "Taste of Canyon Road Tour" introduces visitors to Santa Fe's famous Canyon Road through its art, architecture, history, and food. This dinner tour includes a three course meal with wine pairings and is the perfect way to experience Canyon Road
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Aug 25 - Dec 31, 2019
Tue-Sun 2-3pm
Event Type: Museum Events, Art Shows, Historical Tours
Tours led by volunteer guides are offered daily and include highlights of the building and current exhibitions. Tours are free with admission. Call 505-476-5063 to verify times
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Tue-Sun 2-3pm
Public Tours
Location: New Mexico Museum of Art 505-476-5063Event Type: Museum Events, Art Shows, Historical Tours
Tours led by volunteer guides are offered daily and include highlights of the building and current exhibitions. Tours are free with admission. Call 505-476-5063 to verify times
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Aug 25, 2019 - Dec 29, 2019
Thu
Sun 5:30-7:15pm
Event Type: Family Activities, Music/Nightlife, Historical Tours
Come with Travel Channel’s ghost tour guide and hear about the ever-present personalities behind the walls including the two haunted houses she lived in. No gimmicksǃ Just good storiesǃ ＄20/＄12. Sun & Th 5:30winter winter 7:30 PM summer. Min. ＄55
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Thu
Sun 5:30-7:15pm
Ghost Tour: The Dark Side of Santa Fe
Location: Galisteo St and Water StEvent Type: Family Activities, Music/Nightlife, Historical Tours
Come with Travel Channel’s ghost tour guide and hear about the ever-present personalities behind the walls including the two haunted houses she lived in. No gimmicksǃ Just good storiesǃ ＄20/＄12. Sun & Th 5:30winter winter 7:30 PM summer. Min. ＄55
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Mon., August 26, 2019
Aug 26 - Nov 25, 2019
Mondays 10am-12pm
Event Type: Historical Tours
Meet at Museum Shop Steps
Tours highlight the art and architectural history of downtown Santa Fe. Cost: ＄10 per person, kids 18 and under free. Proceeds support education at the New Mexico Museum of Art. Call to confirm availability: 505-476-5063.
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Mondays 10am-12pm
Art Walking Tours
Location: New Mexico Museum of Art 505-476-5063Event Type: Historical Tours
Meet at Museum Shop Steps
Tours highlight the art and architectural history of downtown Santa Fe. Cost: ＄10 per person, kids 18 and under free. Proceeds support education at the New Mexico Museum of Art. Call to confirm availability: 505-476-5063.
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Aug 26, 2019 - Dec 30, 2019
Mondays 10am-12pm
Event Type: Historical Tours
Find your way in one of the older, more scenic neighborhoods with a local historian? Learn about the artists and writers who made Santa Fe one of the largest art markets in the US. See the mother ditch and find out about unique community events.
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Mondays 10am-12pm
Artists and Acequias: Canyon Rd./Eastside
Location: Gerald Peters GalleryEvent Type: Historical Tours
Find your way in one of the older, more scenic neighborhoods with a local historian? Learn about the artists and writers who made Santa Fe one of the largest art markets in the US. See the mother ditch and find out about unique community events.
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source: santafe.org
Aug 26 - Dec 31, 2019
Mon-Fri 1-3pm
Event Type: Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Take a 2 hour tour from downtown Santa Fe on one of the few unpaved sections of Historic Route 66. Learn about the history of the Mother Road as well as the rich heritage of the Pueblo people and the Spanish settlers. Reservations required.
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Mon-Fri 1-3pm
Historic Route 66 Tours
Location: La Fonda on the Plaza 505-988-4000Event Type: Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Take a 2 hour tour from downtown Santa Fe on one of the few unpaved sections of Historic Route 66. Learn about the history of the Mother Road as well as the rich heritage of the Pueblo people and the Spanish settlers. Reservations required.
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Aug 26 - Dec 31, 2019
Mon-Fri 4-6pm
Event Type: Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Our 2 hour Historic Chili Line tour will take you out to Diablo Canyon, near the Rio Grande River, in our Pinzgauer. Learn about the Denver & Rio Grande Western's so-called "Chili Line", a narrow gauge railroad that ran from Santa Fe to southern CO.
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Mon-Fri 4-6pm
Historic Chili Line
Location: Various LocationsEvent Type: Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Our 2 hour Historic Chili Line tour will take you out to Diablo Canyon, near the Rio Grande River, in our Pinzgauer. Learn about the Denver & Rio Grande Western's so-called "Chili Line", a narrow gauge railroad that ran from Santa Fe to southern CO.
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Tue., August 27, 2019
Aug 27, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019
Tue
Thu 10am-12pm
Event Type: Art Shows, Workshops & Classes, Historical Tours
Like yoga, visual art asks us to slow down & honor the present moment. During this two-hour experience, create personal connections with artwork on beautiful Canyon Road. Then, integrate the visual memory into your body with gentle yogic movements.
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Tue
Thu 10am-12pm
Art & Yoga Tour: Art for Mind and Body
Location: Various LocationsEvent Type: Art Shows, Workshops & Classes, Historical Tours
Like yoga, visual art asks us to slow down & honor the present moment. During this two-hour experience, create personal connections with artwork on beautiful Canyon Road. Then, integrate the visual memory into your body with gentle yogic movements.
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Aug 27, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019
Tue
Fri 10am-1:30pm
Event Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours, Food Wine & Spirits
A unique tasting experience where you will enjoy sampling fresh breads and crêpes, cacao drinks and sumptuous chocolates from the kitchens of their creators. Get acquainted w/ the Railyard and the Don Gaspar Historic Neighborhood. ＄70/pp. Min. ＄150.
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Tue
Fri 10am-1:30pm
Bread and Chocolate: An Artisanal Epicurean Delight!
Location: Galisteo St and W ManhattanEvent Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours, Food Wine & Spirits
A unique tasting experience where you will enjoy sampling fresh breads and crêpes, cacao drinks and sumptuous chocolates from the kitchens of their creators. Get acquainted w/ the Railyard and the Don Gaspar Historic Neighborhood. ＄70/pp. Min. ＄150.
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Aug 27, 2019
5:30-6:30pm
Event Type: Family Activities, Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Come walk with our brave City of Santa Fe Firefightersǃ These folks work hard for everyone in the communityǃ See their Southside fire station.
VÁMONOS is a walking/hiking program offering 4 walks & 1 hike a month for FREEǃ Events take place May-Oct.
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5:30-6:30pm
Vámonos Walk With City of Santa Fe Firefighters
Location: 6796 Jaguar Drive, Tierra Contenta at Fire Station No.8Event Type: Family Activities, Outdoor Adventure, Historical Tours
Come walk with our brave City of Santa Fe Firefightersǃ These folks work hard for everyone in the communityǃ See their Southside fire station.
VÁMONOS is a walking/hiking program offering 4 walks & 1 hike a month for FREEǃ Events take place May-Oct.
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Wed., August 28, 2019
Aug 28 - Dec 27, 2019
Wed
Fri 10am-12pm
Event Type: Art Shows, Workshops & Classes, Historical Tours
Delve into art on our immersive Canyon Road walking tour. Explore compelling art spaces, get gallery-going tips, actively engage with the work on view, and discover the evolution of Santa Fe's vibrant historic arts district.
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Wed
Fri 10am-12pm
Canyon Road Art Tour
Location: Various LocationsEvent Type: Art Shows, Workshops & Classes, Historical Tours
Delve into art on our immersive Canyon Road walking tour. Explore compelling art spaces, get gallery-going tips, actively engage with the work on view, and discover the evolution of Santa Fe's vibrant historic arts district.
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source: santafe.org
Aug 28, 2019 - Dec 31, 2020
Wed-Sat 10:30-11:30am
Event Type: Historical Tours
Join us for a complimentary docent-led art & history tour of the historic La Fonda on the Plaza.
Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10:30 am year round. Limit 12 people
Reservations required. All tours are complimentary
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Wed-Sat 10:30-11:30am
La Fonda Art & History Tours
Location: La Fonda on the Plaza 505-995-2333Event Type: Historical Tours
Join us for a complimentary docent-led art & history tour of the historic La Fonda on the Plaza.
Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10:30 am year round. Limit 12 people
Reservations required. All tours are complimentary
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Aug 28 - Dec 18, 2019
Wednesdays 1:30-3pm
Event Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours
History comes alive through your exploration of the historic resting places of some of the city’s famous and infamous. Find headstones, hear great storiesǃ ＄35/pp; ＄90 min. Wedesday 1:30 PM.
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Wednesdays 1:30-3pm
Historic Headstones in Santa Fe’s Cemeteries
Location: Rosario CemeteryEvent Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours
History comes alive through your exploration of the historic resting places of some of the city’s famous and infamous. Find headstones, hear great storiesǃ ＄35/pp; ＄90 min. Wedesday 1:30 PM.
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Aug 28, 2019 - Dec 28, 2019
Wed
Sat 7:30-10pm
Event Type: Music/Nightlife, Historical Tours
A fun adult alternative to ghost tours. Great introduction to the current bar scene, Hear about wilder times and explore the Guadalupe and Railyard area. ＄25/pp Min. ＄65 Weds, Sats 7:30 PM winter/8:30 PM summer
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Wed
Sat 7:30-10pm
Bars and Brothels: A Red Light Tour of Santa Fe
Location: 56 E San Francisco StEvent Type: Music/Nightlife, Historical Tours
A fun adult alternative to ghost tours. Great introduction to the current bar scene, Hear about wilder times and explore the Guadalupe and Railyard area. ＄25/pp Min. ＄65 Weds, Sats 7:30 PM winter/8:30 PM summer
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Thu., August 29, 2019
Aug 29, 2019 - Dec 26, 2019
Thursdays 10am-12pm
Event Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours
Original Santa Fe tour with a unique cultural perspectiveǃ Explore New Mexico history and find out how Jews were both Hispanos and Anglos and about the 21st-century Jewish community. ＄25/pp. Min. ＄65 Thursdays 10 AM
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Thursdays 10am-12pm
The Jewish Legacy in NM: A History Different
Location: 56 E San Francisco StEvent Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours
Original Santa Fe tour with a unique cultural perspectiveǃ Explore New Mexico history and find out how Jews were both Hispanos and Anglos and about the 21st-century Jewish community. ＄25/pp. Min. ＄65 Thursdays 10 AM
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Aug 29 - Dec 26, 2019
Thursdays 10am-12pm
Event Type: Art Shows, Historical Tours, Food Wine & Spirits
Delve into art on this 2-hour immersive walking tour of landmark Santa Fe art galleries. Engage your senses & get a fresh perspective on Santa Fe's creative scene. We'll conclude the experience with a tantalizing chocolate elixir tasting. Yumǃ
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Thursdays 10am-12pm
Art & Chocolate Tour
Location: Various LocationsEvent Type: Art Shows, Historical Tours, Food Wine & Spirits
Delve into art on this 2-hour immersive walking tour of landmark Santa Fe art galleries. Engage your senses & get a fresh perspective on Santa Fe's creative scene. We'll conclude the experience with a tantalizing chocolate elixir tasting. Yumǃ
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source: santafe.org
Aug 29, 2019 - Dec 27, 2019
Thu-Fri 1-5pm
Event Type: Historical Tours, Food Wine & Spirits
Our classic Santa Fe food & drink adventure. We will explore the downtown Historic Plaza neighborhood by foot while sampling the best in local food and wine.
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Thu-Fri 1-5pm
Santa Fe Half-Day Food and History Walking Tour
Location: Santa Fe PlazaEvent Type: Historical Tours, Food Wine & Spirits
Our classic Santa Fe food & drink adventure. We will explore the downtown Historic Plaza neighborhood by foot while sampling the best in local food and wine.
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Aug 29, 2019 - Dec 26, 2019
Thursdays 1:30-3:30pm
Event Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours
Santa Fe will never look the same to you again after this downtown tourǃ Learn about some of the prominent and notorious women who made this town home and where they lived, loved and worked. ＄25/pp Thursday. 1:30 PM. Min. ＄65
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Thursdays 1:30-3:30pm
Women in NM History: A Different Downtown Tour
Location: 56 E San Francisco StEvent Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours
Santa Fe will never look the same to you again after this downtown tourǃ Learn about some of the prominent and notorious women who made this town home and where they lived, loved and worked. ＄25/pp Thursday. 1:30 PM. Min. ＄65
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Fri., August 30, 2019
Aug 30 - Sep 2, 2019
Mon 5-8pm
Fri-Sun 10am-4pm
Event Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours, Markets & Festivals, Family Activities
NM Railroad History Celebration Aug 30 - Sept 2nd at El Museo Cultural in the Railyardǃ Historical trains, Historical Walking Tours, model railroads, artifacts and presentations. FREE and fun for the whole familyǃ Aug.30 5-8pm, Aug.31 - Sep.2 10-4pm
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sources: santafe.org, Santa Fean Magazine
Mon 5-8pm
Fri-Sun 10am-4pm
New Mexico Railroad History Celebration - Labor Day Weekend
Location: El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe 303-912-7681Event Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours, Markets & Festivals, Family Activities
NM Railroad History Celebration Aug 30 - Sept 2nd at El Museo Cultural in the Railyardǃ Historical trains, Historical Walking Tours, model railroads, artifacts and presentations. FREE and fun for the whole familyǃ Aug.30 5-8pm, Aug.31 - Sep.2 10-4pm
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sources: santafe.org, Santa Fean Magazine
Aug 30, 2019 - Dec 27, 2019
Fridays 1-4:30pm
Event Type: Historical Tours, Food Wine & Spirits
Our original tour focuses on the up and coming Railyard Arts District. This neighborhood is where tomorrow's Santa Fe is emerging, and you'll get to meet many of the chefs, distillers and brewers that are shaping that future.
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Fridays 1-4:30pm
Half-day Railyard Arts District Food Tour
Location: Santa Fe Railyard 505-395-0552Event Type: Historical Tours, Food Wine & Spirits
Our original tour focuses on the up and coming Railyard Arts District. This neighborhood is where tomorrow's Santa Fe is emerging, and you'll get to meet many of the chefs, distillers and brewers that are shaping that future.
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Sat., August 31, 2019
Aug 31, 2019 - Oct 26, 2019
Saturdays 9:30am-12pm
Event Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours
Explore Santa Fe gardens with local gardener and historian. See what it takes to make these cool, quiet spaces in galleries, public buildings and private places. Off the beaten path.
＄30/pp Min ＄75. Saturdays, 9:30AM
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Saturdays 9:30am-12pm
Garden Tour: Past and Present
Location: New Mexico State Capitol Building 505-988-8022Event Type: Family Activities, Historical Tours
Explore Santa Fe gardens with local gardener and historian. See what it takes to make these cool, quiet spaces in galleries, public buildings and private places. Off the beaten path.
＄30/pp Min ＄75. Saturdays, 9:30AM
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