The best museums in Taos in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in Taos, United States, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Taos? These are the best ones:

  1. Taos Art Museum1

    Taos Art Museum

     Taos, NM
    The Taos Art Museum is situated in the Nicolai Fechin House in Taos, New Mexico. This historic house was once the residence of the renowned Russian artist Nicolai Fechin, his wife Alexandra, and their daughter Eya. The museum offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the life and works of Fechin within the very walls where he lived and created his art.
  2. Blumenschein Home & Museum2

    Blumenschein Home & Museum

     Taos, NM
    The Ernest L. Blumenschein House, located at 222 Ledoux Street in Taos, New Mexico, serves as a historic house museum and art gallery. This location was once the home of the renowned painter Ernest L. Blumenschein, a co-founder of the Taos Society of Artists and one of the 'Taos Six'. The house was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1965, further cementing its importance in the art and history of the region.
  3. Hacienda de los Martinez3

    Hacienda de los Martinez

     Taos, NM
    The Martinez Hacienda, also known as Hacienda de los Martinez, is a significant historical site in Taos County, New Mexico. Built during the Spanish colonial era, it now serves as a living museum and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This hacienda offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the lifestyle and architecture of the Spanish colonial period.
  4. Kit Carson Historic Museum4

    Kit Carson Historic Museum

     Taos, NM
    The Kit Carson House, located at 113 Kit Carson Road in central Taos, New Mexico, is a historic house museum. This location is significant as it was the home of the renowned frontiersman Kit Carson from 1843 until his death. The house is a prime example of Spanish Colonial architecture and is now owned by the local Masonic fraternity. It serves as a museum dedicated to the life and exploits of Kit Carson.
  5. Harwood Museum of Art5

    Harwood Museum of Art

     Taos, NM
    The Harwood Museum of Art is a significant cultural institution located in Taos, in Taos County, New Mexico. This American museum offers a unique opportunity to explore a wide range of art collections and exhibitions, providing a deep insight into the rich cultural heritage of the region.

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