PALACE OF THE GOVERNORS - NMH

Palace of the Governors

Built in 1610, this large building was the home and headquarters of the Spanish, Mexican and later American governors. Part of it was transformed into a museum in 1909. The museum, now the New Mexico History Museum (NHM), presents the history of Santa Fe from the time of the Spanish settlers to the present day, including the conquest of the West. In recognition of its historical and architectural significance, this modest one-story adobe structure has been designated a National Historic Landmark and recognized as a National Treasure by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
For many visitors, the Governor's Palace is best known for its long exterior gateway on Palace Ave, where Native American artisans sell their crafts. Behind the adobe walls, visitors can find interpretive galleries, the Palace Press (an exhibit on printing), and a large courtyard that connects to the rest of the history museum campus.

New Mexico History Musuem (NHM)

This museum is adjacent to the Governor's Mansion, which is usually accessed from Lincoln Street. The permanent and temporary collections explore the lives of indigenous peoples, Spanish colonization, the Mexican period, and trade and commerce along the legendary Santa Fe Trail. More broadly, this museum serves as the base for the complex that includes the Palace of the Governors, the Palace Press, and the Fray Angelico Chavez History Library.