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Fort Union National Monument

National Monument

New Mexico

Free entry

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Exposed to the wind, within a sweeping valley of short grass prairie, and along the eroded Santa Fe Trail, lie the adobe walled ruins of the largest 19th century military fort in the region. From 1851 to 1891, Fort Union functioned as an agent of change, desired or not, in the New Mexico Territory and throughout the Southwest.

Activities

Guided ToursJunior Ranger ProgramLiving HistoryShoppingSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingBookstore and Park StoreHistoric Weapons Demonstration

Topics

ArcheologyFortsHispanic American HeritageMedicineMilitaryWars and ConflictsWestward ExpansionCivil WarRuinsHospital

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Hours

The monument grounds and visitor center are generally open 7 days a week, from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. The monument is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day.

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Visitor centers

Fort Union National Monument Visitor Center

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