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Cerrillos
The area turquoise and lead deposits were critical to the jewelry and pottery making of the prehistoric Indians and these mines influenced Spanish settlement. The Cerrillos mining district is one of the oldest and most marked of the Old Spanish mineral developments in the Southwest. In fact, turquoise is still being mined here on several private claims. Cerrillos was full of hearty miners who extracted gold, silver, lead, zinc and turquoise from area mines at its peak in the 1880’s. The miners supported the town’s 21 saloons and four hotels.
While it was once seriously considered as the capitol of New Mexico, today Cerrillos, with its dirt streets, is a picturesque reminder of the Old West. There are several Shops & Galleries, a Post Office, Health Clinic and family homes. Visit the Cerrillos Turquoise Mining Museum & Petting Zoo and the Cerrillos Hills State Park which has 5.2 miles of hiking and biking trails. The town has been the setting for several motion pictures, most prominently "Young Guns" filmed in 1988. Saint Joseph’s church has mass Sunday morning. (505) 471-1562.
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Agave Broadband
6 Vicksville RoadCerrillos, NM 87010
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(505) 369-7979
Agave Broadband is dedicated to bringing affordable high speed to rural areas of New Mexico.
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County Rd 59-ACerrillos, NM 87010
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(505) 424-7774
Ride the Cerrillos Hills State Park. Silver & Turquoise Mines. Missouri Fox Trotters, Tennessee Walkers. Walk, Trot, Canter or Gallup. Small groups/private rides.
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17 Waldo StCerrillos, NM 87010
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(505) 438-3008
We give Turquoise mine tours by reservation and sell rare Cerrillos Turquoise. The Trading Post has gifts, rocks and bottles. The Turquoise Mining Museum was featured on Antiques Roadshow. "Come by & feed the Animals."
Tags: Cerrillos, Antiques, Entertainment/Recreation, Gift Shops, Museums, Antiquing, Educational, For Kids, Outdoor, Shopping
Complete details & photos of Casa Grande Trading Post, Cerrillos Turquoise Mining Museum & Petting Zoo »Cerrillos Hills Bed & Breakfast
49 Main StreetCerrillos, NM 87010
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(505) 424-3088
Enchanting private Casitas with French doors to sunset views, Santa Fe charm and free WIFI.
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37 Main StreetPO Box 460
Cerrillos, NM 87010
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1-888-NMPARKS or (505) 474-0196
Hike, bike or horseback ride scenic trails. Visit historic mine pits. Programs offered year-round.
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Complete details & photos of Cerrillos Hills State Park »Lori Musil Art & Antiques
11 1/2 First StCerrillos, NM 87010
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(505) 474-5841
Artwork by Trail of Painted Ponies artists, Loril Musil & Lynn Bean. Architectural Antiques, hardware, doors, plumbing, lighting, furniture, stained glass, vintage clothing and jewelry.
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Complete details & photos of Lori Musil Art & Antiques »Turquoise Trail Sculpture Garden and Studio
3453 State Hwy 14 NCerrillos, NM 87010
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(505) 471-4688
Privately owned sculpture garden and studio of artist Kevin Box. Open to the public by appointment only. Plan your visit today by calling 505.471.4688 or visiting www.sculpturegarden.com
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6 B Main StCerrillos, NM 87010
(505) 471-6266, for emergency call 911
Located in Cerrillos near the junction of Hwy 14 and Main Street, next to Cerrillos Post Office.
Upcoming Event
Music at the Greenside Cafe
Every Thursday eveningJimbo plays at the Greenside Cafe on Thursdays.
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National Scenic Byway
On June 15, 2000 the Turquoise Trail received designation as a National Scenic Byway from the The National Scenic Byways Program after completing a comprehensive corridor management plan.The plan is available for review here »





