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Taos Pueblo

Tallest Pueblo in the Southwest

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Two five-story terraced communal dwellings, flat topped adobe houses, barred windows and narrow, winding streets reflect a culture hundreds of years old. This picturesque pueblo is the tallest in the Southwest. Electricty and running water are banned. Men wear blankets around their heads. Events include a fiesta honoring St. Jerome in late September; Corn Dances, June 13 and July 25-26; the Procession of the Virgin, Dec.24; and ceremonial dances, Dec.25.
Guided tours are available.

Location: P.O. Box 1846, Taos New Mexico 87571 Telephone 505-758-1028 Fax 505-758-4604

Other History nearby:
(Angel Fire) DAV Vietnam Veterans National Memorial
(Springer) Dorsey Mansion
(Abiquiu) Florence Hawley Ellis/Ruth Hall Museums
(Abiquiu) Ghost Ranch Living Museum
(Taos) Governor Bent House and Museum
(Taos) Kit Carson Home and Museum

04/19 Coming to The Taos 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.