Kit Carson House and Museum

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113 Kit Carson Rd
Taos, NM 87571

The Kit Carson House & Museum in Taos, New Mexico is a historic house museum that offers visitors a glimpse into the life of frontiersman Kit Carson. Built in 1825, this National Historic Landmark showcases Spanish Colonial architecture and features authentic recreations of furniture from the time, as well as artifacts related to Carson and his family.

Operated by the Kit Carson House, Inc., a nonprofit corporation, the museum aims to protect, preserve, and maintain the Kit Carson House and its grounds. Through guided tours and exhibits, visitors can learn about Carson's remarkable career as a fur trapper, guide, and military officer, and gain a deeper understanding of the history of America's settlement of the West.

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Jenni M.
3/25/2024

Before heading back to Southern Colorado, I asked my fiancé if he was interested in visiting the Kit Carson Home & Museum. It was a beautiful day on March 20, 2024, in downtown Taos, NM....

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Scott L.
8/28/2024

Great little museum. History channel video prior to self guided tour. Lots of treasures

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Cathy G.
12/7/2024

Very interesting. Lots of artifacts. The video is definitely worth watching. They are still working on restoration

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Paula E.
7/18/2022

Loved this homestead and our visit here. I'm a sucker for old restored homes showing how they lived back in the day. Be sure to check out the movie before hand to explain more. Lots of things to...

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Stephanie B.
7/19/2021

This is an awesome exhibit and museum. Kit Carson is a character worth learning about. You come into the courtyard for the house and enter the museum through the gift shop. They start with a...

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