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Construction on the 2-story log Dorsey Mansion began in 1878, with completion in 1880. In 1884 the stone castle structure included faces of his wife Helen Dorsey, his brother John and himself carved in stone on the castle tower. A few of the amenities of this magnificent house, are an art gallery, billiard room, library, 9 bedrooms, a 60 guest dining room, servant quarters and the first indoor bathroom. The grounds boast an 1800's swimming pool, with 3 islands and a gazebo!

The Dorsey Mansion is located about 30 miles east of Springer off US56.

Location: Springer New Mexico Telephone 505-375-2222

Other History nearby:
(Angel Fire) DAV Vietnam Veterans National Memorial
(Springer) Dorsey Mansion
(Taos) Governor Bent House and Museum
(Taos) Kit Carson Home and Museum
(Taos) Millicent Rogers Museum
(Cimarron) Old Aztec Mill Museum

04/20 Coming to The Springer area
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival Santa Fe NM July14-August19 Sensational music, top-notch performers and Santa Fe’s alluring location combine to make this an event you won't want to miss.