NEW MEXICO POINTS of INTEREST

Salmon Ruins

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SALMON RUINS

Is a large pueblo ruin constructed during the late 11th century. In addition to the ruins, there is the Salmon pioneer homestead, museum with gift shop, and heritage park with picnic accommodations. The heritage park exhibits numerous prehistoric and historic reconstructed dwellings. The museum provides an overview of Anasazi history and displays some of the materials recovered from excavations of the ruins. Also available are guided tours to Chaco Canyon and other regional Rock Art and Navajo Pueblitos.

Salmon Ruins is located just west of Bloomfield, approx. 11 miles south of Aztec.
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For More Information:
Salmon Ruins Web Site
Salmon Ruins 2010 Brochure
Wikipedia History of Salmon Ruins