Palace of the Governors at New Mexico History Museum

"This palace in Santa Fe is a fascinating place to visit, offering a unique architectural experience and a rich historical context. It’s an excellent spot for those interested in learning more about the area’s past. Adjacent to the palace is a Native American history museum that provides insights into their history, integration into the United States, and their contributions during WWII. This museum is particularly educational for children, offering a perspective not typically found in history books."

"The Palace of the Governors is more than just a historic building; it’s a gateway to understanding the rich tapestry of New Mexico’s past and present. I left inspired by its stories and appreciative of its cultural significance. Whether you’re an avid historian or a casual traveler, the Palace offers an unforgettable experience that will deepen your appreciation for Santa Fe’s vibrant heritage."

"This review is for Native American Artisans Portal Program, outside of the Palace of the Governors, in Santa Fe. Will return - shopped there daily -:) Some calls it Native American Vendors Program of the Palace of the Governors @ New Mexico History Museum. It’s a block away from our hotel. Vendors are mostly kind. Their self made products, mostly with turquoise are wonderful. The opaque, blue-to-green turquoise is a mineral. Persian stones from Nishapur (of Iran) is used as a guiding reference for evaluating turquoise quality. Navajo and Hopi tribes are known to produce high quality turquoise jewelry. The top two of the following 4 kinds of turquoise are widely used in Santa Fe area: Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Kingman Turquoise Bisbee Royston They (including the stores as well) prize Sleeping Beauty for its consistent sky-blue color. However, it's no longer being mined (?), while Kingsman has brilliant blue color, but it isn't as precious as SL due to the fact that they're still abundantly being mined. One native vendor explained how the program work: They’ve a committee, to determine the eligibility (sometimes vendor has to go before the committee to demonstrate their skills - like making a piece). The covered corridor has 63 spaces, each marks with a white number. If the vendors are more than the spaces, they’ll have to do a lottery, which means a particular vendor may not come tomorrow. In General, a particular vendor doesn't come everyday. On the last day there, I purchased a bracelet from a generous man, who explains the logos are his name and his daughter's. When I pay, he tells me a less amount voluntarily. I was a little hesitate. Although I like bargains and discounts, but I don't ask for it with small vendor, especially with the artist him or herself. "Are you sure?" I asked. Actually I was not 100% sure what he had quoted me earlier. "Yes, it looks so nice on your wrist." I paid what he asked. Thank you."

"The Palace of the Governors in Santa Fe is one of America's oldest public buildings of European origin. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1960 and recognized in 2015 as a National Treasure by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. A National Historic Landmark and international tourist destination, the Palace of the Governors is a fine example of Spanish Colonial architecture, and much detail of the building's Spanish, Mexican, and Territorial periods is in evidence today. Restoration and archaeology together have revealed the worth of this significant historic artifact that welcomes visitors into period rooms re-created with elements of the Palace's illustrious past, complete with period furnishings and museum-quality collections."

"Perfect building in perfect city If you’re there just visit it"