I always end up buying something here when I go! They have such a wonderful cultivated assortment…read moreof goods - something for everyone. The owner wasn't in today and we missed seeing her. But it was as great experience as any of our previous times!

I don't know why my dad chooses to go for walks down Main Street with me and my mom. By now he…read moreshould know that a "walk down Main Street" really means a a "walk to Main Street Mercantile" that just happens to be along Main Street. Every time I'm in town I love to stop by the store to see the new Vera Bradley bags and other fun goodies that the store has. You'll find things in here that you never knew you needed like personalized tweezers, comfy socks, or a piece of Red River memorabilia. This store is packed with great finds and definitely the best place to shop in town. I always wish that I came to Red River with more packing space so that I could just buy all my Christmas presents here and be set for the year!

Went here with the family to get some ice cream the day before we left. This is a very friendly…read moreplace, which we found to be lacking in Red River. The ice cream we thought was excellent. I would recommend you checking this place out.

HOMEMADE ICE CREAM! And it's soooo good! The staff (Eddy) was super friendly. Our favorite flavors…read moreare Salted Carmel, cookies & cream, Strawberry, and Huckleberry, and Mint Chocolate Chip. We came back twice because we liked it so much. The BEST ice cream in Red River! The shaded porch is a wonderful place to sit and eat ice cream with the kids.

Service and inventory are excellent. I bought a turquoise ring last year, and this time I'll be…read morelooking for a bracelet to go with it.

Our favorite store in Red River. From the time you walk in the front door you are made to feel so…read more welcome. Grab your girlfriends and have fun shopping for hours for gorgeous turquoise and beautiful Indian pottery. We can't wait to get back to this little store every year!

Can't say good or bad because we tried to visit Saturday before 5pm (google says they close at…read more5:30) and they was locking up but then opened back up to let a group of ppl in and then out. Then stayed closed. They definitely need to update their hours if they don't plan to be open.

If you're looking for the coffee mugs, tshirts, hats, keychains and pocketknives that say "Taos"…read morethen this is the spot for you. I did spot a nice collection of what appeared to be handpainted storyteller statuettes that looked great. Crowded shop because they do have a lot of stuff in here.

Really cool selection-you'll find great gifts here! Housewares, goodies and treats and practical…read morecooking tools.

I think I'm on a mission to…read more. SAVE RATON!! So, I've been going to and from CA to CO for the past two+ years and the Amtrak has definitely been a secret pleasure of mine. The rates are pretty darn reasonable and the experience is quite nice. One stop I thought was simply magical was Raton. It let me know that we're almost to CO or well on my way back west. Whether I'm jumping off to hitch a ride on the Grey Hound connector to hit the major cities, or hanging tight on the train a little longer to visit my cousin who lives near the La Junta station... Raton is a quiet town with some of the sweetest folk one can encounter. Enter "The Pack Rat" One of a few places open this past Labor Day was this great place. Browse for staple souvenirs and even amazing locally made goodies like rosaries, jewelry, crafty items, and even yummy eats. Our 2 hour delay got us patronizing and socializing at the Pack Rat. The owners were cordial and very helpful. They were very inviting and informative. Not too pushy and gave us just enough space to freely move about the establishment without feeling watched or pressured. They had a fairly large selection of dream catchers. Small to big! We snatched a howling wolf that was pretty huge for $25. A definite deal considering I got one in AZ or UT from a "native" that was the size of a half dollar for 15 bucks. They adorn the walls, so please check them out if your into them. I walked out with some snacks for the road, a habanero salsa, that catcher, and a few other trinkets. The Pack Rat is a tourist must because what's better than good people, local items, reasonable prices, and tons of souvenirs to sift through?? I was fully satisfied with the purchase I made and would love to come back again. AMTRAK, would you please consider re-opening the Raton station? Spread the word!!! I'm on a mission to save it all :)

Wonderful shop! Beads, clothing, handbags, scarves. soaps, lamps, jewelry and all kinds of…read moregoodies. The owner was so helpful and even took the time to give me a short tutorial on kumihimo (Japanese braiding) and she had all the supplies and findings for it too. Highly recommend!

From the owner: Very unusual Gifts and Beads-- Handmade Jewelry, clothing, turkshg lamps, crystals, beading…read moreclasses, jewelry-making classes, custom made jewelry options, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, bolos and more,, incense, skin care, sound therapy tools, african beads, czech glass beads, chinese beads, home decor, windchimes, knick knacks, more

Wonderful shop full of trinkets for kids AND real souvenirs. My whole family loves their collection…read moreof sweaters and fleece and they have great stones! It is really the West! They also have milk and snacks which comes in handy in Cuchara. The best part is the authentic goodness and western charm that comes from the owners Uralia and James. Always helpful and they know everything about the valley. Uralia is known as the "Lady of the South."

Always the place to go for things needed urgently and locally! Just gotta love the owners too who…read moreare caring and helpful people x5!!!