My friend Bob had never been to New Mexico before and wanted to see an "iconic" pueblo. Taos…read morePueblo immediately came to mind and a place that Gayle and I had not been for over 18 years. It was a bit of a drive up (via the High Road), but well worth the time and effort. These multi-story homes are more than a thousand years old. None of the homes in the Taos Pueblo are vacant - five or six families live on the Pueblo full time, while the others live in town (with running water and electricity) but stay in their ancestral home many weeks throughout the year for important celebrations. We about the history of the Taos (or Tewa) people from our guide, Riley. That started at the Saint Geronimo Chapel and onward to the old church grounds, that hold the crumbling ruins of the original San Geronimo Chapel. Built in 1619 by Spanish priests using forced Native labor, it was destroyed during the 1680 Pueblo Revolt and again in 1847 by the U.S. Army (with women and children inside). In between were information on Pueblo ovens, family ties, and the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) movement. There were also various shop sprinkled throughout, with a few pleasant surprises, like one run by an established Santa Fe painter, and some nicely done local jewelry and other art. There was a lot to see here and I appreciated the leisurely pace, while being respectful of restricted areas and honoring any cultural-related requests by our hosts.

've always wanted to visit Taos Pueblo, even though it's quite out of the way. From Santa Fe, it's…read moreabout a 70-mile drive through winding mountain roads and small towns, which made the trip feel longer than it actually was. When I arrived, a staff member stopped me at a stop sign before I reached the exact location on the map. He explained where to park--either in the main lot or the one just ahead--and pointed out that the admission office is directly across the street, which was helpful. Adult admission is $25. I had seen complaints about the price beforehand, but honestly, I didn't feel that way at all. This isn't a state park or a monument--people are still living here--so the experience feels very real and meaningful. I picked up a brochure at the admission office. The highlights for me were the church (no photography allowed inside) and the cemetery, as well as the famous North House and South House. The air was crisp, and there was the smell of burning wood everywhere, which added to the atmosphere. I also stopped by a small shop selling handcrafted jewelry and decorations. I bought a hummingbird for $20 and was glad I had cash, since the seller told me I'd need to step outside to use Venmo (not sure why--my reception was fine). If you're interested in Pueblo history, this is absolutely a must-visit. It may not appeal to everyone, but for those who appreciate culture and history, it's a very special place. This lady was selling bread across from the office where they charge admission. It's $5 each absolutely delicious and no additive! Horno style bread," or Pueblo oven bread, is a traditional, dense white bread with a crunchy crust, historically baked in a beehive-shaped, outdoor adobe oven called a horno in the American Southwest. The term "horno" comes from the Spanish word for "oven

The Taos Art Museum and Fechin House are absolutely beautiful. The historic home was fascinating to…read moreexplore, and we really enjoyed our visit. Our visit did come with one disappointment that I hope the museum can help future visitors avoid..... A heads up for Mark Maggiori fans: * My husband and I drove two days from California hoping to see an original Mark Maggiori painting. * The Taos Art Museum is one of the first places that appears on Google when searching for where to view his work in Taos. * The museum's website and Google listing also suggested that his artwork was part of the collection. Unfortunately, after speaking with a docent, we learned that the museum hasn't displayed a Mark Maggiori painting in many years! They then referred us to try Parsons Gallery of the West, but they didn't have any of his work either. The gallery manager explained that Mark Maggiori is now representing himself and is no longer exhibiting locally. I completely understand that exhibitions change over time, but I would kindly encourage the museum to update its website and work with Google to correct this information. It would save other visitors from making a special trip expecting to see artwork that is no longer on display. In the end, I learned I probably should have called ahead, but I also trusted the museum's website and Google's information. Hopefully this review helps the next Mark Maggiori fan avoid the same disappointment. Despite that, the museum itself is well worth visiting. The Fechin House alone is an incredible piece of art and history!

This place blew me away. Their collection was not that extensive - go to the Millicent Rogers Home…read morefor that. It's the house and studio that will amaze you. All hand carved wood for everything. Incredible layout; spacious and cozy at the same time.

Read a lot about Taos before coming by, but it wasn't a great visit. The town was depressing and…read moreunimpressive. We hit a lotta areas while we were here, but everything was average at best. One day was more than enough to view all the highlights this town has to offer since there's nothing that will make you want to stay for a long period of time. Just expected more from this town.

It's cute and small and we have been a number of times now. Everyone has a different expectation…read moreof a place, time or thing. Ours was exceeded and here we are again today a few years later and its still cute and small. The gift shops are what they are. The Plaza is lovely - cute and small. Stay at La Fonda Hotel has a lot of history or the new reimagined Hotel Willa (1940's motel) Look for history and curiosity and you will find it. It's a great base for exploration. Find Hot Springs, A level food as well as standard fare. Art and Ski-ing well yes of course. Hot Cocoa or Manhattans, relaxation or exercise. Come via the High Road through Truchas with your camping chairs and Have a Robert Redford picnic and read The Milagro Beanfield Way. Plan your trip and expectation, did I mention all the Adobe and the Kit Carson House, fun!

Open Sundays, 11-3. Local produce and meat, flowers and plants, and artisan products. Vendors are…read moretalented and welcoming!

I think this is a great local library especially for a small town. I'm glad it exists and provides…read morea space for all who need it and utilize it (but then, I feel that way about any and every library). Staff is always friendly and helpful and I'm sure they put up with a lot of colorful characters, so that's really saying something. I do wish there was an option to print in color! (B/W only.) Computers are really just for basic internet use, but again, still overall a decent resource for a small town library. Amazing art books! Lots of Southwest specific and special access to very old archive from the town's original library if you're a mega-book nerd! And love the used book shop - some definite treasures to be found in there if you look frequently enough. Support your local library always!

Why does this Library allow books that SEXUALIZE CHILDREN??…read moreEspecially in the CHILDREN'S SECTION??? ABHORRENT. We will not be returning until this is remedied!

The worst inept staff and horrible parking. Recommend getting a box at the UPS Store.read more

My favorite post office in Taos. I mail all my packages from this location. Anytime a package gets…read morelost, which is rare, staff are professional, kind, and always helpful!

We visit Red River several times each year, and one of the highlights is typically attending one or…read moremore of the events at the Community House. They have a staff of young adults and teenagers running things, and they are great at interacting with the kids and families. We have attended "boat races", smores & storytelling, nature hikes, and they also have line dancing and I can't remember what else. The boat races (our favorite activity)consist of having the kids (with help from their parents) build "boats" with pieces of scrap lumber, nails, staples & pipe cleaners. They have to paint their boat and name their boat. Then everyone walks over to the river & the boats race. Good Old Fashioned Family Fun!! Have I mentioned ......... There's NO CHARGE for the Community House activities. They do ask for goodwill donations, but it's very low key - no pressure. There's a bulletin board out by the sidewalk with the daily activities listed, and there are plenty of places around town where you can pick up a listing of the activities.

As Karla mentioned below, the Community House is a wonderful place to go, especially with the…read morelittle ones. Over the years, we have enjoyed games on the lawn, movies on the mountain, and, of course, the boat races. The fact that there is not an admission charge really helps with the budget as there are not a whole lot of bargain places in RR. Looking forward to visiting again this August!

EAGLE NEST! I have…read morealways wanted to live there. Just because of the name. Stranger: Where are you headed? You: Home, been away on business. Stranger: Where are you from? You: Eagle Nest, New Mexico. I want to be able to say that. Eagle Nest Eagle Nest. Eagle Nest. Just the sound of it rings on your tongue . . . so much more romantic than Smithville, or St. Louis or New York. Say it: Eagle Nest. Listen: Eagle Nest. The Village of Eagle Nest is located in the northern end of the Moreno Valley - - the gateway to the Enchanted Circle. A recreation and scenic paradise. * Angel Fire, Red River and Taos Ski Resorts are part of the Circle. * Wheeler Peak, 13,161' - smack dab in the middle of the Enchanted Circle. * Eagle Nest Lake - a fisherman's dream. Filled with kokanee & coho salmon, cutthroat & rainbow trout. Too much stuff going on, you say. Too many tourists. Crowded. NOT ON YOUR LIFE . . . this beautiful little high mountain Village of EAGLE NEST has a population . . . . are you ready? A population of just 298. Two hundred and ninety-eight. I have always wanted to live in Eagle Nest - ever since I was a wee one. Doesn't it just have a ring to it? Eagle Nest Eagle Nest Eagle Nest So quiet and peaceful and wild. "My hometown is the Village of Eagle Nest, New Mexico." I WISH I COULD WRITE THAT ON MY LETTERS.