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In light of the groundbreaking discoveries at White Sands National Park, an archaeologist revisits the mysteries found in the dunes.

By Amanda Mather / Photos by Christ Chavez

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Reclaiming the Survival Field Guide

Cannupa Hanska Luger takes inspiration from military field guides, reclaiming their advice for Indigenous people of the…

History / Apr. 08, 2026

Explore the Reach of Chaco Culture

Chacoan culture spread across the Southwest in both time and geography. Explore these other spots to encounter different…

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Learn more about the best places to retire across the state.

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Plan Your Route 66 Road Trip

Discover New Mexico's stretch of the Mother Road like never before.

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History / Apr 01, 2026

Beyond the Walls at Chaco Canyon

The Ancestral Puebloan culture that thrived in Chaco Canyon continues to reveal new signs of its reach and influence, even as it keeps some secrets.


THE SUN IS JUST STARTING to bake through crisp morning air as Jon Ghahate strides to the overlook to Fajada Butte, the pillar of rock near Chaco Culture National Historical Park’s entrance. Light

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Where to Stay / Mar 25, 2026

Route 66 Rest Stops

Plan your trip around these overnight spots.

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Where to Stay / Mar 18, 2026

Check Into the Historic Boyle House

In the 400-year-old Barrio de Analco, the elegant old Boyle House sits at ground zero of Santa Fe’s storied past.

By Molly Boyle

Where to Stay / Mar 11, 2026

A Tipi Stay in Dulce

The Dulce Base Tipi experience blends Indigenous hospitality, history, and high strangeness.

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Cover of New Mexico Magazine, April 2026. Features ancient stone ruins of Chaco Canyon under a blue sky, with two people exploring.

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