Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument

A view inside the Abo Church looking north. A nice carpet of grass is usually present during summer months.
Tucked away in the middle of New Mexico you’ll find Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument. Its three distinct sites offer a glimpse into a unique time in history—a time entrenched with cultural borrowing, conflict and struggles. These sites continue to stand as reminders of the Spanish and Pueblo peoples’ early encounters and prompt exploration of today’s interactions among different people.
Map showing location of park.
Temporary Closures at Abó Unit to Conduct Structural Assessment
From Monday, May 19 through Thursday, May 22, the Church, Convento and sections of the interpretive trail at the Abó Unit will be closed.
three panel tile mural on a adobe wall. flanking a woman in robes are two desert scense
Sôr María de Jesús de Ágreda to be honored at Gran Quivira
Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument is honored to host a dedication ceremony to unveil the new wayside exhibit featuring George salaS pastel painting celebrating the extraordinary story of Sôr María. The dedication ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 17 at 3:00PM at the Gran Quivira unit.
Bill Acosta Presentation
Exploring the Story of Salinas Pueblos, Jumano - Tompiro, Sor Maria de Jesus de Agreda, and Spaniards
The Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument is hosting a presentation by Jumano member Bill Martinez Acosta, highlighting the Salinas Pueblo Missions, the Jumanos' influence on trade, Sor Maria's story, and the Spaniards' impact on New Mexico's cultural and demographic landscape, emphasizing the interconnectedness of cultures.
Karen Argeanas Abo Painting
Announcing Application Cycle for Salinas’ Artist-in-Residence Program
The Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument is launching an Artist-in-Residence Program, a partnership between the park and Friends of Salinas Pueblo Missions (FSPM). The program aims to encourage public support for the park's care, preservation, and educational opportunities. The selected artist will create a visually appealing photo portfolio showcasing the park's cultural and natural resources, including its pristine dark skies. The program will run from July 7 to August 8, 2025.
Donna and books in the library
A Special Thank You to SAPU Volunteer Donna Deiner
National Volunteer Month in April recognizes and encourages volunteers, with Donna Deiner, a long-term volunteer at Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument, making significant contributions since 2010.
Pink flowers and green foliage frame the roofless remains of a stone mission.
Photo by NPS Photo
Stone walls of a roofless building rise into a bright blue sky.
Photo by NPS Photo
An solar eclipse outlines an old stone structure at Salinas Pueblo Missions.
Photo by NPS Photo
A paved path winds through the stone foundations of several old kivas.
Photo by NPS Photo
Stone foundations of an old mission structure.
Photo by NPS Photo
A path through stone walls of an old church.
Photo by NPS Photo