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Inhabited Pueblos:
Acoma Pueblo,
New Mexico - Also called “Sky City, the Acoma Pueblo, located 12
miles East of Grants,
New Mexico, is the oldest continuously inhabited
settlement within the United States, dating from the twelfth century.
Sitting atop a 367-foot sandstone bluff, only about 50 people now inhabit
the ancient town, which has no electricity or running water. Today, most
of the Acoma people live in the nearby communities of Acomita, Anzac, and
McCartys, NNew Mexico. Pueblo provides a museum, visitor center, casino,
hotel and shops. Permission needed for cameras and tours.
Acoma Pueblo, P.O. Box 309, Acoma Pueblo,
New Mexico 87034;
888-759-2489 or 505-552-6604
Cochiti Pueblo,
New Mexico - The northernmost Keresan Pueblo in
New Mexico, the old
community is located about 35 miles southwest of Santa Fe. Visitors are
welcome at the 1628 church and during certain ceremonies, as well as Cochiti Lake. Photos and sketching are prohibited.
Cochiti Pueblo, 255 Cochiti Street, P.O. Box 70, Cochiti,
New Mexico
87072; 505- 465-2244.
Hopi Tribe, Kykotsmovi,
Arizona - The Hopi Indians trace their history in Arizona to more than
2,000 years, but their history goes back many more thousands of years, as
their legends tell they migrated north to Arizona from the south, up from
what is now South America, Central America and Mexico. Their present
villages were settled around 700 A.D. The Hopi Reservation today, located
in northeaster Arizona occupies some 1.5 million acres with several
pueblos, most notably Walpi and Old Oraibi . Most village are closed to
their Kachina dances but some social dances remain open to the public.
Photography, sketching, and recordins are prohibited.
Hopi Cultural Preservation Office, P.O. Box 123, Kykotsmovi, Arizona
86039; 928-734-244
Isletta Pueblo,
New Mexico - Located in Bernalillo County,
New Mexico, the community was
established in the 1300s is today the largest Tiwa-speaking pueblo,
composed of several communities on the Rio Grande River south of
Albuquerque. The community provides the 1612 St. Augustine Catholic Church
and a casino. Many feast days open to the public. Located 15 miles south
of Albuquerque off I-25.
Isleta Pueblo, PO Box 1270, Isleta,
New Mexico 87022; 505-869-3111
Jemez Pueblo,
New Mexico - The last remaining Towa-speaking pueblo. It absorbed the
Towa-speaking survivors of Pecos Pueblo when Pecos was abandoned in the
1830s. The pueblo itself is closed to the public except during feast days.
However, Walatowa, the main village, is open to the public. Nearby is
Jemez Red Rocks Recreation Area, Jemez Springs, and Jemez State Monument.
Photography, sketching and recording are prohibited at pueblo. Located
about 30 miles northwest of Bernalillo via NM44.
Pueblo of Jemez-Walatowa Visitor Center, 7413 Hwy 4, P.O. Box 280,
Jemez Pueblo,
New Mexico 87024; (575) 834-7235
Laguna Pueblo,
New Mexico - With their Kares speaking ancestors dating as far back
as 3000 B.C., the pueblo was established about 1300 A.D. Located west of
Albuquerque, it is composed of six villages including Old Laguna, Paguate,
Mesita, Paraje, Encinal, and Seama. Each town has its own fair and feast
day. Today, the villages are called home to some 3,800 tribal members.
Each community within the pueblo celebrates its own feast day and on
September 19th each year, all the villages celebrate the Feast of St.
Joseph. Dances follow a Mass at the San José Mission Church and hundreds
of booths offer various native arts and crafts for viewing and purchase.
The interstate and historic Route 66 bisect the heart of the
42-square-mile pueblo lands. The pueblo is located 45 miles west of
Albuquerque off I-40. Photography and sketching prohibited on the land,
but welcomed at historic 1699 San Jose Mission Church.
Laguna Pueblo, P.O. Box 194, Laguna Pueblo,
New Mexico 87026;
505-552-6654.
Nambé Pueblo,
New Mexico - Pronounced Nam-bay, the pueblo was established in the
1300’s and is one of eight Northern Pueblos. Located about 18 miles north
of Santa Fe,
New Mexico, today there are about 1800 people living at the
pueblo that sits within the beautiful foothills of the Sangre de Cristo
Mountains. Numerous recreation opportunities present themselves in the
area and visitors are welcome at the ceremonials held on July 4th and
October 4th each year. There's a fee for photography, sketching or
tape/video recording. Nambé Pueblo, Rt. 1 Box 117-BB, Santa Fe,
New Mexico
87506; 505-455-2036.
Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo,
New Mexico - Previously known as the San Juan Pueblo until
returning to its pre-Spanish name in November, 2005, the Tewa name means
"place of the strong people." Founded around 1200 A.D., the pueblo is now
the headquarters of the Eight Northern Indian Pueblos Council and is
called home to some 3,500 residents.
Guests are welcome during
certain feast days but there is a fee for photos, videos or, sketching.
The community is located about 25 miles north of Santa Fe,
New Mexico. Ohkay
Owingeh Pueblo, P.O. Box 1099, San Juan Pueblo,
New Mexico 87566;
505-852-4400.
Picuris Pueblo,
Peñasco,
New Mexico - Located in what is known as the “hidden
valley” of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of Northern
New Mexico, the Picuris Pueblo is the smallest of the Tiwa-speaking pueblos. The original
pueblo, built in the twelfth century, was abandoned after the Pueblo
revolt of 1680, but was reestablished in the early eighteenth century.
Today Picuris provides visitors with a museum, ancient ruins, outdoor
recreational opportunities and numerous shops featuring native arts and
crafts. Visitors are welcome at several celebrations held throughout the
year. Tours and photographs are allowed with a fee.
Picuris Pueblo,
PO Box 127, Penasco,
New Mexico87553; 505-587-2519.
Pojoaque Pueblo,
New Mexico - The smallest of all the pueblos, Tewa-speaking people
established the original pueblo about 500 A.D. However during the Pueblo
Revolt of 1680, Pojoaque was abandoned, and was not resettled until about
1706. In about 1900, a severe smallpox epidemic caused the pueblo to be
abandoned again. However, in 1934, Pojoaque Pueblo was reoccupied, and
became a federally-recognized Indian Reservation in 1936. The ruins of the
original pueblo, as well as other pueblos deserted after the Pueblo Revolt
are nearby. The pueblo features a museum called the Poeh Cultural Center
and twice anuual dances are open to the public. The community is located
about 15 miles north of Santa Fe on US 285/84. Pojoaque Pueblo, 39 Camino
del Rincón, Santa Fe,
New Mexico 87506; 505-455-2278
Sandia Pueblo,
Bernalillo,
New Mexico - Originally called Nafiat, this small
pueblo, established in the 1300’s lies on the northern outskirts of
Albuquerque. Its some 500 residents of today provide visitors with the
Sandia Casino, the Bien Mur Indian Market Center, and the Sandia Lakes
Recreation Area. Its annual feast day is open to the public.
Sandia Pueblo, 30 Rainbow Road, NE, Albuquerque,
New Mexico 87113;
800-526-9366 or 505-796-7500.
San Felipe Pueblo,
New Mexico - The pueblo was
established by Keresan-speaking Pueblo Indians in the 1500’s and survives
to this day about 25 miles north of Albuquerque. Known for its ceremonial
dances and native arts and crafts, the pueblo’s c current population
exceeds 3,000 members. Visitors are welcome at its ceremonial dances, but
photography and sketching are prohibited at the pueblo.
San Ildefonso Pueblo,
New Mexico - A Northern Pueblo of Tewa-speaking pueblo, its ancestors
originally lived at Mesa Verde and Bandelier. Occupied since the 14th
century, the San Ildefonso Pueblo is one of the best known of the
New Mexico "living" pueblos, containing adobe buildings, ceremonial kivas, a
central plaza, and a 1905 church built on the remains of a 17th-century
mission church. Famous for its hand-crafted black-on-black pottery and
its annual Northern Indian Pueblos Artist and Craftsman Show, the pueblo
is located south of Española,
New Mexico on NM 502. The pueblo can be
visited daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Photography and sketching
prohibited at pueblo.
Santa Ana Pueblo,
Bernalillo,
New Mexico - The pueblo was established in the late
1500’s by Keresan-speaking Pueblo Indians and first called Tamaya, but
were forced to submit to Spanish rule in 1598 and renamed. Today, the
Santa Ana Pueblo lands cover 73,000 acres east and west of the Río Grande
River and are home to about 500 residents. Today, the community has become
a bit of a resort, which includes a golf course, casino, and other
recreational activities. However, they also provide a view of their
traditional ceremonial dances several times throughout the year.
Pueblo of Santa Ana, 2 Dove Road, Bernalillo,
New Mexico 87004;
505-771-6700.
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Clara Pueblo,
New Mexico - Established in about 1550, the pueblo is a member
of the Northern Pueblos of the Tewa speaking Pueblo Indians. They first
inhabited the Puyé Cliff Dwellings in Santa Clara Canyon until
such time as drought
forced the villagers to leave to their current location nearer the Rio
Grande River. Today the Santa Clara Indians are noted for their pottery,
and provide recreational opportunities as well as tours to the
ancient 740-room Puye Cliff Dwellings. The
pueblo is located about one miles south of Española,
New Mexico on N.M.
30. Visitors to the pueblo must check in at the governor’s office, where
photography, sketching and video recording permits are available
throughout most of the year, with the exception of feast days. Santa Clara
Pueblo, P.O. Box 580, Española,
New Mexico 87532; 505-753-7326.
Santo Domingo Pueblo
- Descending from ancient Pueblo Indians living at Mesa Verde,
Colorado and Chaco Canyon,
New Mexico, the Santo Domingo Pueblo is located
near the ancient Cerrillos turquoise mines north of Albuquerque,
New Mexico. One of the largest of the eastern Keresan-speaking pueblos, the
Santo Dimingo people have a long history of making fine jewelry and heishi
out of the colorful stones. A cultural center and small museum provide
opportunities for visitors to learn more about the pueblo, which is home
to more than 3,100 people. Visitors are also welcome at their annual
ceremonial dance, but the Santo Domingo people are adamant about
preserving their traditional way of life. The pueblo is located between
Santa Fe and Albuquerque off I-25.
Taos Pueblo,
New Mexico - Just two miles north of the city of Taos,
New Mexico, stands the centuries old
Taos Pueblo, one of the longest continually inhabited communities in
the United States. Originally settled about 1,000 years ago by Tiwa-speaking
Pueblo Indians, the pueblo appears today much like it did centuries ago.
Over the centuries, the pueblo was seen many battles, but today continues
to stand as a World Heritage Site, a National Historic Landmark, and its
northern pueblo, one of the most photographed buildings in the Western
Hemisphere. Admission and camera fees are charged, and no pictures may be
taken on ceremonial days.
Taos Pueblo, Taos,
New Mexico, 575-758-1028
Tesuque Pueblo -
Located in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Tesuque Pueblo
has stood on its present location since 1200 A.D. As such, it is one of
the more traditional pueblos and is listed on the National Register of
Historic Places. It was deeply involved in the Pueblo Revolt of 1680. The
Tesuque Pueblo, comprised of about 400 residents, is one of the most
traditional of all
New Mexico Pueblos in observing ceremonies and
preserving culture. The pueblo is closed to the public on certain days of
the year so call ahead before visiting. The pueblo is located about 10
miles north of Santa Fe off U.S. 84-285. Tesuque Pueblo, Rt. 5, Box 360-T,
Santa Fe,
New Mexico 87506; 800-483-1040 or 505-983-2667/988-3620.
Ysleta del Sur Pueblo, El Paso Texas -
Originally from the Isleta Pueblo in
New Mexico, these Tiwa speaking
Pueblo Indians were captured during the Pueblo Revolt of 1680 and marched
to a new location near El Paso, Texas. A new pueblo was established in
1681, which is the oldest in the present boundaries of Texas. The site
currently features a museum, shops, and ceremonies that are open to the
public.
Ysleta del Sur Pueblo, 305 Yaya Lane, Ysleta, Texas 79907;
915-859-7913.
Zia Pueblo,
New Mexico - Located north of Albuquerque,
New Mexico, the Keresan-speaking pueblo has been occupied continuously since
about 1250 A. D. Once one of the largest of the Río Grande River pueblos
with eight plazas and 6,000 people, the pueblo has decreased in size to a
population of less than 700 today. The Zia sun symbol was adopted by the
state of
New Mexico and appears on the state flag. The community provides
for a tribal museum, Zia Lake and Zia Cultural Center, as well as shops
that feature their well-known pottery. Visitors are welcome at the annual
feast day in August, but no cameras, sketchins or recordings are allowed.
The pueblo is located 17 miles northwest of Bernalillo and eight miles
northwest of Santa Ana Pueblo on U.S. 550 It is open during daylight hours
only. Zia Pueblo, 135 Capital Square Dr., Zia Pueblo,
New Mexico
87053-6013; 505-867-3304.
 Zuni
Pueblo,
New Mexico - The largest of the 19
New Mexico Pueblos, with more
than 700 square miles and a population of over 10,000, the Zuni are
considered the most traditional of all the Pueblo peoples, speaking a
unique language and having a dissimilar culture and history that resulted,
in part, from geographic isolation. The Zuni
Pueblo of Hawikuh was the
first to be discovered by Spanish explorers in the 1500s, who mistakenly
labeled it as the Seven Cities of Cibola, bringing in new Spanish
expeditions and the ultimate conquering of the Pueblos. Today, the Zuni
Pueblo features the Hawikuh ruins, abandoned during the Pueblo Revolt of
1680, as well as craftsmen shops, and multiple events throughout the year.
Pueblo of Zuni, 1203B NM Highway 53, PO Box 339, Zuni,
New Mexico
87327; 505-782-7000,
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