Take the time to truly appreciate the art and culture of Santa Fe, New Mexico by touring local art galleries, museums and historical sights the next time you're in town. Check out some of what TravelSkoot highlights in the best of art and culture in Santa Fe, NM.
Bandelier National Monument is like a window into ancient history, namely the 10,000 years of habitation by the Pueblo people. Historians and outdoor enthusiasts alike find Bandelier fascinating, whether they're exploring archeological sites and learning about the Ancestral Pueblo people or spotting diverse plant and animal life and hiking the park’s trails such as the Main Loop trail. Campgrounds and educator programs make Bandelier a favorite for families as well.
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The Santa Fe Opera House has been entertaining, inspiring and delighting audiences since 1957, when it began its summer opera festivals. With the desert as a backdrop and an adobe theater as its stage, the Santa Fe Opera House company has performed over 140 different productions, including many world and national premieres. The opera festival is a favorite attraction among tourists from around the world, thus solidifying Santa Fe’s place in the world of opera.
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The Poeh Museum, operated by the Pueblo of Pojoaque, offers visitors a glimpse into the art, culture and history of the Pueblo people. Meaning “pathway” in Tewa (the traditional language of New Mexico’s Pueblos) The Poeh Center is even physically built in the style of the Pueblos, made of adobe bricks and unique architectural design. Explore the impressive collection of contemporary and historical Pueblo art including paintings, sculptures, jewelry, textiles, and more.
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Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort and Spa at Buffalo Thunder is New Mexico's largest, most electrifying destination resort. Infused with native culture, the resort features hundreds of pieces of Native American art scattered throughout its facilities, and each of the 395 rooms and suites are spectacularly decorated and feature authentic Pueblo architecture and design elements. The resort offers a wide range of activities, from onsite gaming and shopping to tennis, the 36-hole Towa Golf Club and indoor and outdoor pools. And when it comes to dining and entertainment, Buffalo Thunder does not disappoint; with nine restaurants, lounges and entertainment venues, there is practically something new to do every night. Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort and Spa at Buffalo Thunder is a perfect choice for your Santa Fe vacation.
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