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With a population of 84,683 as of the 2020 census, Santa Fe is the capital and fourth-largest city in New Mexico. Founded in 1610 by Spanish colonists, it is one of the oldest cities in the United States and the oldest state capital. Santa Fe is located in north-central New Mexico at an elevation of 7,199 feet.

History

Santa Fe was originally inhabited by Native American Pueblo peoples before Spanish colonists arrived in the area in the late 16th century. The city was formally established as the capital of the Spanish colony of Nuevo México in 1610. After Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1821, Santa Fe continued to serve as the capital of the Mexican territory of Nuevo México. It became part of the United States in 1848 after the Mexican-American War. Santa Fe was chosen as the capital of the U.S. territory of New Mexico in 1850 and remained the capital when New Mexico became a state in 1912.

As the site of both the oldest executive mansion and oldest community celebration in North America, Santa Fe is rich with history and culture. To learn more about the history of Santa Fe, visit the Santa Fe Public Library at 145 Washington Avenue, (505) 955-6780.

Economy and Major Employers

The economy of Santa Fe is largely based on tourism, government, and services. Major private sector employers in Santa Fe include Presbyterian Health Services, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Los Alamos National Laboratory, and Santa Fe Studios. The city and county governments are also major employers in the area.

State government has a large presence in Santa Fe. Some major state government employers include:

• New Mexico State Capitol - 490 Old Santa Fe Trail, (505) 986-4589
• New Mexico General Services Department - 1100 St. Francis Drive, (505) 827-2300
• New Mexico Taxation & Revenue Department - 1200 South St. Francis Drive, (505) 827-0700

For more on the economy and businesses in Santa Fe, visit the Economic Development Department at 200 Lincoln Avenue, (505) 955-6967.

Museums and Art Galleries

Santa Fe is renowned for its art scene and museums. Some top museums and galleries include:

• Museum of Indian Arts & Culture - 710 Camino Lejo, (505) 476-1269
• Museum of International Folk Art - 706 Camino Lejo, (505) 476-1200
• New Mexico History Museum - 113 Lincoln Avenue, (505) 476-5200
• Santa Fe Gallery Association - various locations

Transportation

Santa Fe is served by Santa Fe Regional Airport (airport code SAF) located about 9 miles southwest of downtown. Major airlines flying into Santa Fe include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines. There is no passenger rail service to Santa Fe.

Public transportation within Santa Fe is provided by Santa Fe Trails bus system. Routes cover most parts of Santa Fe and many outlying communities. Fares start at $1. Route maps and schedules are available on the Santa Fe Trails website.

Landmarks and Attractions

Some of the top landmarks and attractions in Santa Fe include:

• The Plaza - Centrally located downtown square surrounded by shops, restaurants, and galleries. Location
• Loretto Chapel - Historic Roman Catholic church known for its Miraculous Staircase. 207 Old Santa Fe Trail. Location
• Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi - Main church of the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. 131 Cathedral Place. Location
• Santa Fe Opera - Renowned outdoor opera house. 301 Opera Drive. Location
• Canyon Road - Historic art district with over 100 galleries, studios, and shops. Location
• Bandelier National Monument - Archeological preserve with cliff dwellings and petroglyphs. Location

Check out this interactive map to explore more iconic landmarks and attractions in Santa Fe:

County Information

Santa Fe is located in Santa Fe County. The county seat is also Santa Fe.

Santa Fe County Website: https://www.santafecountynm.gov/

Santa Fe County Administrative Offices
102 Grant Avenue
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 986-6200

School Districts

Public schools in Santa Fe are operated by two school districts:

• Santa Fe Public Schools - 410 Alta Vista St., Santa Fe, NM 87501. (505) 467-2000.
• Pojoaque Valley Public Schools - 1574 State Rd. 502, Santa Fe, NM 87506. (505) 455-2282.

Additional Resources

• Santa Fe Tourism Board
• City of Santa Fe Facebook
• University of New Mexico Lobos - College athletics
• Albuquerque Isotopes - Local minor league baseball team

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