Art-filled streets, timeless history, village soul
Welcome to Arroyo Seco — the luminous village at the base of El Salto Mountain that whispers “pause awhile.”
Nestled between Taos and Taos Ski Valley along NM 150, it carries 200 years of history. Its adobe storefronts house a surprising mix of galleries, cafés, and boutiques. Shoppers can wander into Arroyo Seco Mercantile, a treasure trove of vintage finds and quirky gifts, or explore Taos Wools, where hand-dyed yarns echo the colors of the high desert.
Ceramics are everywhere — Logan Wannamaker Pottery, Rottenstone Pottery, and the Old Bones gallery for clay and textiles showcase the region’s thriving clay community.
Fine Art New Mexico continues to draw visitors with its nationally known print collection, while Santos y Más delights with santos, milagros, and folk art passed down through generations.
Hungry? Options range from a scoop at Taos Cow to farm-to-table meals at ACEQ, hearty plates at Abe’s Cantina y Cocina, and market-fresh bites at Sol Food.
Visit the restored church and cemetery gardens of La Santisima Trinidad, originally built in 1834. The altar screen was painted by famed 19th century santero José de García Gonzales. In 2009, the historic church was given a place on the official State Register of Cultural Properties.
In Seco, art, history, and community come together seamlessly. Whether you arrive for the skiing, the shopping, or just the scenery, you’ll likely leave with something more: the feeling of having stumbled into a place that still belongs to itself.
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