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Fort Union National Monument

Type of Place: Historic fort
Ownership: National Park Service
Contact: Fort Union National Monument,

P.O. Box 127,
Watrous, NM 87753

Telephone: (505) 425-8025
Email:
Website: Fort Union,

New Mexico Cultural Treasures

Hours: Summer: 8 am – 6 pm
Winter: 8 am – 5 pm
Entrance Fee: Yes
Guided Tours: Tours are available; call for information
Notes:
Nearby Heritage Sites: Pecos National Historic Park

Site Summary: This adobe fortress was constructed in 1851 to defend a portion of the Santa Fe Trail. The National Monument offers a small museum and visitor center, along with tours and living history exhibits during the summer. A self-guided tour with audio narration is also available.

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