palace of the governors

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  ebbtide123

  I enjoyed this building outside as I did inside. Beneath the long portico, local artists displayed trinkets for sale on the concrete floor, a site normally seen in the streets of Asian, Middle Eastern or African towns or cities. Inside, the exhibits catalogues the history of New Mexico. It is worthwhile to browse through a lot of interesting artifacts from colonial time until the present.

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  zondram

  Those displaying participated in a lottery so some from all pueblos are represented. Be sure to talk with the vendors. The authenticity of the vendors work are monitored love the artistic ability displayed.

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  DarrellAnne

  The museum is very well done. The religious artifacts from the 1600s and 1700s were particularly interesting. We also liked the areas of the building that had been excavated and on display.

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  kpresto

  I've been to Santa Fe many times but never had the opportunity to go inside the Palace of the Governors. We took the opportunity this time. It's an interesting museum about the oldest government building in the U.S. I couldn't tell if the artifacts inside were found inside the building during archaelogical digs or if they were just items that might have been in the building. Perhaps going on the guided tour would have helped, but sometimes I just can't bring myself to be with a group :-).

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  oldtravellerFlorida

  A tour of this restored residence gives an excellent summarised account of the history of New Mexico and the development of Santa Fe. A more detailed historical account of New Mexico is well worth seeing at the connected New Mexico History museum.

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  FrequentTraveler505

  The Palace of the Governors is a great place to learn about history, including the U.S., not just the stuff that happened on the east coast. Where else are you going to learn about the Spanish arriving in 1540, and 1620 and the Pueblo Revolt of 1680! This is one of the buildings that featured in all of the action. Come and see where the First Americans had their own revolution 100 years before the folks in Philadelphia got around to it. It will give you new appreciation for the original old west.

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  Marylub15

  The Palace and Museum are definitely worth the time and money if you enjoy learning about the growth and history of the United States. The were numerous exhibits with famous names and memorabilia that we've heard or read about. Seeing them at the museum was a fulfilling experience.

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  421JimM

  This has always been a must see for visitors to Santa Fe. The main building is the site of the original governor's residence built in 1610. The new building is a well organized history from the early Native American period through the present. The exhibits are well organized and maintained. A ticket to the Palace also gives you admission to the art museum (next door) and three other museums located south of town.

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  SFantle101

  Quite an outdoor display of fine jewelry, mostly silver and turquoise. Try to find things made directly by the vendors.

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  gbe2030

  The old center of Santa Fe the Palace contains a museum featuring Spanish Colonial and early New Mexico artifacts. Native Americans sell jewelry, pottery etc in front of this historic building every day - and you can be sure it's the real thing!