Governor's Palace (Santa Fe)

The Governor’s Palace in Santa Fe is a historic adobe building that once served as the official residence and administrative center for Spanish and Mexican governors in New Mexico. Built in the early 18th century, it reflects Spanish colonial architecture and history. Today, it functions as a museum, offering visitors insights into the region’s colonial past through exhibits, artifacts, and restored rooms. The palace is a symbol of Santa Fe’s rich cultural heritage and is part of the Santa Fe Plaza Historic District, making it an important site for understanding the area's early political and social history.