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New Mexico History Museum, Santa Fe, NM

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New Mexico History Museum

State history museum in Santa Fe focused on New Mexico's art, heritage, and stories, housed partly in the historic Palace of the Governors.

Santa Fe, NM

About New Mexico History Museum

The New Mexico History Museum serves as a hub for regional history, education, and research. Its campus sits near the Santa Fe Plaza and includes the Palace of the Governors, a centuries-old building. Visitors can explore exhibitions, check the library and photo archives, browse a Native American artisans portal program, and see a working print shop. Online virtual exhibition tours are also available.

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