San Francisco de Asís Church

The San Francisco de Asís Church is a historic and architecturally significant building located in the center plaza of the Ranchos de Taos Historic District. The church is a well-preserved adobe building with massive adobe buttresses and two front-facing bell towers, showcasing a blend of native and Spanish styles. The interior features a large sanctuary, a choir loft, and original Spanish woodworking and religious iconography. The church has been an important center of community life and has undergone several restorations, including a major restoration in 1967. It is a popular subject for artists, with notable works by Georgia O'Keeffe and Ansel Adams. The church is also a significant cultural and historical landmark, designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1970