Millicent Rogers Museum Reviews

Eastern elites have been instrumental in placing Taos on the map. Millicent Rogers was one of these Eastern Elites. She was a spoiled rich girl who fell in love with the area and spent a lot of money collecting trinkets. After her death, her son, also a collector, began a museum to showcase her acquisitions. And they are impressive.

The Museum is located in her house about four miles north of Taos. It’s an impressive place. There are several types of displays – jewelry, pottery/baskets, blankets and religious items. She was quite the collector. She loved jewelry. And bought lots of it. On display are her acquisitions. There’s also a pretty extensive display of Native American pottery with some good information of the variations. There’s a room dedicated to Maria’s pottery. It’s interesting to learn of the impact Maria had on Native American pottery. Of interest are a number of woolen blankets with a good explanation of the differences and evolution. There’s a whole section depicting religious statuary and santos. The museum is pretty extensive. At the end of the ‘tour’ there’s a nice gift shop with a friendly clerk. My wife asked him a number of questions about the development of Maria’s black pottery. He was most interested in her interest and was quite extensive in his explanations. A nice time.

The building is great, and the history of Millicent Rogers interesting, but go for her jaw-dropping collection of Native American high end silver and turquoise jewelry. Her other collections are wonderful as well!

Tough it is a small museum, allow at least an hour + for this jewel! There are prime examples of all decorative arts from the region--including examples from the Spanish/early colonial days. Her collection of Southwestern Indian jewelry is remarkable--as are her own designs.

Put this museum on your list--not to be missed!

The Millicent Rogers museum comprises of her collection plus that of her son Paul. The collection goes from textiles, clothing, jewelry to paintings and sculptures. Some of these are antiques while others are contemporary, even pieces worn or used by the family.

Definitely worth a detour.

The Millicent Rogers museum is a great place to spend an afternoon in Taos. The permanent collections of pottery and jewelry are excellent and provide a glimpse into the Taos that enchanted Millicent for the last 7 years of her life. There is always an interesting show or exhibit pertaining to art and culture in the Southwest. The gift shop also has a wonderful collection of Native American pawn jewelry, contemporary jewelry by local artists, and reproductions of some of Millicent's original jewelry designs. The gift shop also has a great selection of pottery, art and books on the Southwest.

For anyone who loves jewelry, pottery, weaving and more, this museum is a MUST! For me it was another pilgrimage place since Mrs Rogers was a friend and patron of Maria Martinez and her families stunning Native American pottery. The museum has done an excellent job of displaying her and her families pottery and explaining her artistic importance and contribution to Native American art. Millicent Rogers and her son's personal collection of Native American art of all kinds is simply incredible! Don't miss it!

Each room is numbered and a map is given out when you enter. Lots of displays of cultural artifacts.

What a special place, a must visit. Millicent Rogers was a very interesting person, read her bio before you go or at the museum. This is her collection of paintings, jewelry, and pottery; extremely high end. She was also a designer and artist.
Their retail gift shop is exceptional and the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable.

We were driving by after visiting the Gorge and decided to drop in. One of the best museums we saw during our recent trip to Santa Fe and Taos, and saw more than a dozen of them. Ms. Rivers was quite a character and collector. Impressive collection laid out in 14 galleries. Fully climate controlled so it was a nice respite from the heat. Plenty of parking, nice staff. $15-$20 entry fee depending on age/status. Very nice gift shop too,.

Anyone interested in the history of tje area will enjoy this museum.The exhibits are varied and in excellent condition, displayed with knowledge and respect. The physical building is a work of art in itself, with room after room to explore, all in scale and all interesting. And then there’s the life of Millicent Rogers, ahead of her times in many ways.

This museum was a lovely surprise! It houses some beautiful Native American jewelry, pottery, and weavings. I learned a lot and enjoyed myself. The gift shop is phenomenal!

The Museum is as interesting for information about its founder as for the local art the founder fostered and collected. Rogers was an heiress who, when not hobnobbing with Hollywood stars, was supporting the careers of and collecting the art produced by her New Mexican neighbors. A lovely collection loving displayed.

I loved this museum. The Native American jewelry was breathtaking as was the collection of pottery and painting. And don’t miss the opportunity to stop by their gift shop. Their collection of old pawn jewelry is staggering!

Something for everyone interested in Southwestern art and culture. MR was a fascinating individual with quite a story to share. From jewelry to pottery to weavings and everything in between, you could spend hours wandering through the many rooms.

This museum has New Mexico art in several media: Pottery, art, and jewelry, along with great descriptions of the history, and cultural impact of the pieces. One can take a lot more than the 2 hours tourist books recommend! The museum is a must- even if one only visits to be amazed. We dispelled a lot of our preconceived notions about New Mexico, and Ancestral Pueblo culture, and its significance us- through these amazing creations. Start here, then visit the Taos Pueblo.

The museumn has a large selection of beautiful Native American arts of all kinds. What it lacks is a deep dive into Millicent Rodgers life. I purchased a biography in the gift shop. Go for the art.

Rare and old SW Native American pottery, basketry, woven antique blankets, Spanish colonial furniture, religious statues, local art work AND an amazing collection of silver, gold and turquoise jewelry handcrafted by some of the best silversmiths of this area. The gift shop had an amazing collection of vintage silver and turquoise bracelets for sale that was simply stunning. Millicent Rogers collected over 2000 pieces of jewelry and it is all here. There is a whole room dedicated to the Native American potter Maria Martinez of the black pottery fame.

It has a varied collection of Southwest art. It is located in a large, attractive Santa Fe style mansion but it was not her home--it was someone else's private home that was donated to the museum to house Millicent Rogers' art collection. Nevertheless, well worth a visit, especially if you're heading out to the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge.

The MRM has some of the finest examples of Maria Martinez pottery that one can find anywhere, as well as works by Margaret Tafoya. I hesitate to speak of the Navajo rugs, because I do not know much about this particular craft--but I know a lot more than I did before our most recent visit. Unlike so many other museums, the signage and documentation are superb: comprehensive, historically and biographically scrupulous, and accessible. The gift shop offers truly collector-quality jewelry and pottery instead of the usual "Genuine Pueblo Art Made in China" that one so often finds, and the bookstore is a treasure trove. And . . . admission is free for Taos County residents.

I had been a little resistant about visiting this museum but was won over immediately by the presentation of the artefacts and, in particular MR's fabulous jewellery, both collected and items she designed/made herself. The paintings reflect the immediate area and the history of MR is of interest in itself

It was ok if you like American Indian art and have time to read all of the descriptions, would not recommend for children.

They had a special exhibit about Millicent Rogers at the time of our visit and it was very interesting. Nice collection of her jewelry and some of her drawings.

We throughly enjoyed the museum's permanent collection and the water colors in the temporary exhibit.

Standard Oil heiress, Millicent Rogers was ahead of her time in the appreciation & preservation of early Southwestern arts & crafts. This relatively small museum housed in what was once a friend’s ranch home is a collection of “must see” galleries (15) for an overview of artists & craftsman from 1500’s to her personal collecting of the 1950’s and to present day. Examples of basketry, turquoise & silver jewelry, pottery, textiles, sculptures and varied painting mediums as well as “ledger art” is stunning!
The gift shop has a wonderful selection of books, well known, local artists jewelry, various arts & craft and a staff eager to introduce visitors to the history of artisans featured and the museum. Plan on an 1hour - 11/2 hrs. to easily move thru it all.

Very interesting museum. Combination,local art, jewelry and historical values. Not only a museum of Ms. Rogers, but a look into why and how she came to love the area and art.

This was our first visit to the Rogers Museum. There are many places you can stop in Taos to get a taste of the historical past. This museum offers that, but in a different context. Millicent Rogers was a transplant to the area when so many others were drawn here for artistic and literary reasons. Her story is different as her respect for the region drew her closer to the art of the locals. Her vast collection, as well as the acquired items put together inside the former home of a friend give a unique insight into the history of the area.

Fascinating museum, especially if you like Native American jewelry! Millicent Rogers was a fascinating woman with an incredible sense of style.

It is the number 1 tourist attraction in Taos for a reason. Fabulous collection of Native American art and extremely well done exhibits, Located in a former home, the venue is excellent. Don;t miss it. The jewelry alone is worth seeing!!

MSM is not a huge museum, but it is full of various aspects of arts related to the native american. Nice little walk around after our visit to the Taos Pueblo.

Read the book on her life. Walk thru her fashion sense. The jewelry collection is outstanding. She helped develop the Santa Fe look for women of the west. Small and easy to browse.
A great look at history

We found the Millicent Rogers Museum to be more interesting than expected. Perhaps this was due to the sprinkling of her personality into some of the exhibits.

At one time this venue was a private home, before the owners donated it for the museum’s use. Which is the explanation for its location in a residential neighborhood. Follow the signs and your GPS.

The collection is extensive, spanning a wide range of time and talents. There are a number of rooms in the museum. We found the collection to be well categorized.

There’s a newer exhibit which I found interesting. It was a photo journal of the 2018 restoration of The San Francisco de Assisi Mission Church. We went to see this church upon leaving the MRM.

The gift shop is also good with a large inventory. Worth your time.

I knew a small part of the history but never expected such an extensive collection. The museum staff were top notch and the views from the MRM were the best in town. If you enjoy fine art collections and an escape from mediocrity this is for you. We would definitely visit again!

Eclectic museum in a beautiful setting - filled with Millicent Rogers' personal collections, her original sketches and jewelry, and other wonderful finds. For example, the Hispanic religion collection has a century of beautiful religious art. There are galleries of fine southwestern Indian baskets, native pottery, and a special collection of the pottery of Maria Martinez, a superb artist and one of Rogers' good friends. The turquoise and silver gallery (with antique pieces and some fine contemporary ones) is hypnotic. This museum's layout is an adventure itself, a process of discovery as galleries wind into each other. Use the audio tour, take your time, and explore.

I went here on the recommendation of the docent at the Harwood Museum--its a lovely drive up to the location which was formerly the Anderson mansion and amazing views of he sacred mountain. Millicent Rogers was famous for being rich and divorced, but in her 6 years in the late 40's Taos she collected an amazing amount of Native arts from jewelry to pots to rugs, many thousands of pieces, its unbelievable! Really wonderful examples of Native work both ancient and of her time. Some of the most beautiful rugs designs I have ever seen. There must be a gazillion turquoise and silver bracelets. Tehre is also a whole room dedicated to the ork of Maria Martinez and family of potters with very extended description--I really learned alot from the excellent information displays, and wall tags.

The Millicent Rogers Museum featured a variety of artists and artistic styles emerging from New Mexico's diverse cultural and artistic histories. Millicent Rogers' personal passions and history made the experience even more enriching.

We enjoyed our visit to the MRM. I learned so much about the history of the area. I knew little about the life of Millicent, including her years with Clark Gable. Many interesting types of art to view. Well worth visiting.

The museum is outstanding. It has a marvelous collection of Southwestern jewelry, ceramics, paintings and other craft pieces. Take a good two to three hours to explore the collections, its worth it.

Ms. Rogers honored the Pueblo Indians, as well as others in the Southwest, without inappropriate intrusion into their cultures and ways of life. This museum continues that honor by presenting the finest in Southwest Indian art and artifacts. If history and art are of interest to you, do not miss it.

Before my visit I had no idea who Millicent Rogers was. Two hours later the museum stimulated my curiosity to learn more so I purchased an MRM biography.

MRM was a fashion icon whose jewelry designs were influenced by her love for native american art and culture of Taos. Her former residence is full of her collections of native american jewelry, weaving, pottery and paintings as well as art and furniture from the hispanic culture. Rooms full of religious folk art and furniture that include bios of the artists as well as defining the skills of woodcrafting. A fabulous gallery displays Maria Martinez's famous pottery. What enhances all the displays are the incredible amount of research shared. I discovered the steps it takes to make pottery from finding the clay to creating a second color by scratching off a layer of glaze. Many family members contribute to creating Maria's pots.

This museum was voted the best museum in Taos for 2017. It's a gem!Just like MRM.

Fantastic display of SW art and crafts, e.g. jewelry, collected over the years by M. Rogers (and other contributors). The displays also provided a tour of NM history and how various crafts, e.g. pottery, were developed.

We visited this museum on our Tauck tour of New Mexico. milling Rogers collected art works representing Spanish, Mexican and Native American Art. The museum has added to her collections. Some galleries feature permanent exhibits, others rotate. Fascinating.

We really enjoyed seeing and learning all about !Millicent Rogers. This museum has so much to offer in learning about her life and love of Taos and it’s artisans. There is also a large amount of art from other Taos artists.

Aside from the delightful museum itself and the gorgeous location, the shop is not to miss: Superb modern and estate jewelry, sumptuous collection of traditional blankets, perfect selection of high-quality pottery, lots of books and much more. Nancy and Joe are knowledgeable and helpful. And no sales tax!

I was fortunate to stay at Taos Sage Waters which is very close to this museum, and I had the chance to visit it for the third or fourth time. It's such a nice thing to be able to feel as if I am in a real house. If you know anything about Miss Rogers, you will love being here.

As the heir to one of the co-founders of Standard Oil, Henry Rogers, Millicent made the most of her wealth in helping to preserve the art of the Taos area. The museum brings her life story alive in its tragedy, while at the same time introducing the museum viewer to the jewelry, rugs, pottery, painting, & other arts of the native cultures of New Mexico. I hope her penny-pinching father is proud of how Millicent chose to spend her money so that decades later we can still enjoy her vision.

Enjoyed so much history that we never knew and found it very informative. The Museum is well organized and really well maintained. A lot to look at.

First time hearing about Millicent Rogers. My boyfriend and I are visiting Taos and this museum was on the list of do's. If you stay at the Taos Inn you receive $4 off admission to the museum. So instead if $20 we paid $12. We enjoyed the beautiful collection at the museum.

This place is definitely a "MUST SEE" for anyone in the Taos area. It is worth the 2+ hour trip from Albuquerque. The scope of the collection is amazing. The quality of the exhibits are A+++ and it is well laid out and spacious enough for many to view each room and not feel rushed or in the way. Education is around every corner and it is done in a tasteful way.

I am so glad my son and I spent time at this museum during our recent Christmas trip. Millicent Rogers was quite the woman . . . society maven, art and turquoise jewelry collector, designer. I loved the way the galleries were arranged, and the accompanying descriptions and brochures were well done. My favorite exhibition was her extensive collection of turquoise jewelry. This museum was well worth the cost and time.

This is the second time we have been to this museum. They are doing very good with social distancing, masks required, and additional COVID-19 prevention measures. The staff are incredibly helpful and give you a good introduction and backstory about Millicent Rogers. The jewelry, pottery, art is really spectacular. And the location is so beautiful. They have a great gift shop and I recommend this museum to anybody. We made reservations before by email, but I’m not sure if that’s necessary.

It was fascinating to delve into Millicent Rogers' story and to appreciate how much she connected with the local residents/Indian culture.
She was known to collect a lot, so it's no surprise that her family was overwhelmed with the amount of articles to inherit, as they were collectors themselves; thankfully, we benefit, by their having created a museum.
The setting is magnificent, in the Anderson home...the ONLY complaint is the lack of air circulation (visited end-August), making us feel tired towards the end.
The jewelry and Martinez collections are utterly amazing.

This is a little gem in Taos. Well worth a visit. Historical overview of Taos in the early years. In addition, Millicent Rogers was a fascinating person who was well travels, well education and artistically talented.

Enjoyed the history of the life & talent of this women. Beautiful jewelry & artifacts. The setup of museum was very interesting

If you can only go to one museum in Taos, make it the Millicent Rogers. The Standard Oil heiress collected native pots, weavings and stunning jewelry. Other the years, the curators have been true to New Mexico's heritage with their displays of Spanish American art as well. It also has the best gift shop in town.

This museum has a fabulous, eclectic collection of Native American jewelry, art, pottery and other art objects that were collected over time. I recognized many of the artists whose works are in this collection. It's near Taos Sage Waters, so make an afternoon of being in El Prado!

worth the time to visit! Love the jewelry. Really enjoyed the art from the Native American schools as far back as the 40s.

I had honestly never heard of Millicent Rogers before visiting this museum, but I learned a lot about this fascinating woman and enjoyed the collections of pottery, jewelry, baskets, etc. She was a socialite and jewelry designer who apparently popularized the southwest turquoise jewelry. A very interesting way to spend a few hours. There is a lovely gift shop on the premises as well.

We are not museum people. Prefer visiting outdoor sites. But it was snowing and we killed some time at this museum . Wow. Very interesting, from the story of Millicent Rogers, to her collection of art/jewelry. I liked the ancient history best, which showed the evolution from ancient anasazi/pluebloans to native tribes ... pottery, life style. Very informative and the displays were well done.

Wow! I was so impressed with the Millicent Rogers Museum. It is a small but beautiful collection of southwestern design -- textiles, pottery, jewelry, traditional silver & turquoise work, sculpture, and a collection of traditional Spanish Catholic religious arts & crafts. as well as rotating exhibits of southwest arts & crafts on loan from other places. It was well worth the short trip outside of Taos to spend a morning immersed in this lovely collection--and the gift shop has incredible stuff too! Especially if you love southwestern silver & turquoise jewelry, DON'T miss a visit to the MRM!

It was a very windy day so we tried this inside activity. Beautiful collection of pottery, rugs, and jewelry. What an interesting life Ms Rogers led and what a tremendous legacy this museum is!

my sister and I visited this museum at the recommendation of our parents who went 15 years ago and still remembered what an amazing little museum this was. They remembered correctly! We loved it! Easy to follow layout, amazing collection of jewelry and pottery.

The history and the celebrity connection is amazing. The jewelry collection and Indigenous Native collection is above par.

I wasn't planning on going to any museum while I was in Taos but one day I decided to give the Millicent Rogers Museum a chance largely because I was interested in the personality of Millicent Rogers. I was very well satisfied with my afternoon in the museum.They have a wide variety of artistic mediums on display all either locally produced or otherwise have some connection to Taos. Ms. Rogers had an extensive collection of turquoise jewelry that is on display. There is also many fantastic examples of Native textiles. The museum does a wonderful job of being respectful to Native artisans while also telling the story of a privileged white woman. The staff were friendly, helpful, and extremely knowledgeable.

Very enjoyable presentation of New Mexico Indian artifacts and more modern pieces of art. Recommend to anyone especially those with an interest in pottery.

The Millicent Rogers Museum is an outstanding tribute to Millicent Rogers. More importantly it is a magnificent tribute to the Native American culture of New Mexico. Don't miss it on your next trip to Taos!

The museum is a must see if you are visiting Taos. The nice man at the reception desk did a great job of making sure that you were aware of the best things the museum had to offer. Wonderful experience!

My husband and I visited this museum while staying in Taos. The displays throughout the museum, which consists of several rooms, was well thought out and easy to follow. The museum does have a lot of jewelry and weavings due to the interests of the late Millicent Rogers.

We visited here as part of the trolley tour, so only had 50 minutes. That was enough to see everything but we would probably have spent 1.5 hours if we were visiting on our own.
This is a beautiful collection if indigenous art, as well as Millicent Rogers own. The displays are well-presented and contain great information. It does take a bit of care to make certain that one goes around the museum without missing any of the beautiful rooms.

The museum contains wonderfully curated collections of pottery, jewelry, beadwork, katsinas, textiles, furniture, and devotional art from Native American and Hispanic traditions, plus the life story of Millicent Rogers and her own jewelry and clothing designs and drawings are fascinating in their own right. The museum itself is a lovely repurposed hacienda that belonged to her close friends. The descriptions of the objects and the illustrative brochures that accompany the exhibits were particularly excellent. This was my favorite attraction in Taos! It was well worth the price of admission, and needs about two hours to be properly appreciated.

The Millicent Rogers Museum in Taos is great. See it is you are there. It has a great collection of Maria Martinez pottery, great baskets, and fabulous jewelry. The rotating exhibits are great. See it is you are in Taos.

Stopped here recently . Cost was $10 for adult , $6 college student . Very interesting . Some really great bronze sculptures in the patio . Great collection of Native American jewelry, pottery, and woven blankets . Interesting woman - Millicent Rogers. You get a nice idea of who she was. Very nice gift shop. Close to the town of Taos but not right in it. Took about an hour to go through it.

Stopped in on our way into Taos from the Rio Grande Gorge. What a treat! We have traveled in the SW many years but came away with new understanding of the relationships of Native American, Hispanic and Anglo art and culture. The evolution of Puebloan pottery and an outstanding room devoted to Maria Martinez and her family was a high point. The side by side antique Navajo rugs and early Hispanic textiles was eye opening.

Our favorite New Mexico museum! Two hours was not enough time for us personally. This museum is a visual feast of New Mexican treasures! Just the one room featuring our state treasure, Maria Martinez, is worth a visit, but there is so much more! If you are a New Mexico resident, as we are, you will come away so incredibly proud of our wonderful state. If you're a visitor to New Mexico, you'll come away wishing you lived here. Visit this museum, see our treasures and you will come away knowing without a doubt why we are The Land of Enchantment!

Millicent Rogers Museum is an interesting display of local art, having been collected by a great heiress who saw their beauty and simply fell in love with it and the area.

Great and varied collections - something for everyone. My favorite was the jewelry followed by the woven blankets. On the drive out of Taos turn when you first see the sign. I thought they meant at the lighted intersection. The left turn at the intersection took me out to the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. This was okay as I was going there anyway.

The lovely museum was so interesting that my friends and I stayed for several hours. The jewelry collection was stunning and a special exhibit of woven serapes and rugs was lovely. In room after room, the exhibit cards clearly explained the history of the items on display. Ms. Rogers' love for native art and culture is a gift to all of us to enjoy.

We recently (August, 2017) enjoyed a return visit to this small but remarkable museum. Its collection of Southwest Native American textiles, ceramics and jewelry is astounding, even jaw-dropping. The temporary exhibits are quite enlightening. And, the museum shop is replete with jewelry (admittedly, highly priced), ceramics (equally so) and books. It's a wonderful place to spend a portion of a day.

always a perfect stop, jewelry, historic spanish woodwork and furniture, large collection of Santos, a few clothes from period, great history and ambience.

Upon my son's recommendation, who was here two months earlier , we visited. And we are so glad we did! Best museum for all types of folk art we found anywhere in New Mexico.

The Millicent Rogers Museum is both beautiful and fascinating. Not only do visitors learn about the life of Millicent Rogers, but can be awed by Ms. Roger's jewelry collection, particularly contemporary turquoise.

Other than jewelry, the museum dwells on Southwestern cultures, and highlights pottery making. Most intriguing is the exhibit concerning Maria Martinez of the San Ildefonso Pueblo, who created the process of black on black pots by use of fire reduction after the turn of the century in the early 1900's. She eventually became internationally known, and was received by four Presidents. The story of her life, like her pottery, was a process, and it is captivating. I strongly urge everyone who visits Taos to stop at this museum, and not only appreciate all that is offered.

An exquisite jewel of a museum! One of the best I've ever seen! Beautifully displayed extraordinary collection of Southwestern art.

A friend recommended this Museum and it was wonderful. So interesting to learn about Millicent Rogers and fascinating to see her jewelry and clothing. I also loved the religious art exhibits which had such colorful works...some primitive, sweet and a little bizarre - all wonderful!

While in Taos, my husband and I visited the Millicent Rogers Museum. Being from NC, we had no knowledge of her. Stepping into the museum, there is a large portrait of Millicent, and she reminded me of
an old-time actress, for example Gloria Swanson. She accumulated many Southwest art objects, and they were arranged in interesting rooms. It's a fairly small museum but has a lot to see. I especially enjoyed seeing her gorgeous collection of jewelry. I would recommend a stop while in Taos.

A sweeping ranch house with room after room of fabrics and native blankets, pottery and jewelry. Wonderful atmosphere and history of Ms. Rogers. Just north of Taos with a great view to the east.

My wife, son, and I spent a rare rainy afternoon exploring this expansive private collection of Southwestern Indian artifacts!

We really enjoyed this Museum. It was founded in 1956. Millicent Rogers came to Taos in 1947 and immediately fell in love with The rich Native American and Hispanic traditions. Very well done and give your self time because of the amount of things to review. Great place we will be going back.

We spent almost 2 hrs here and loved every minute of it. Pottery, jewelry, religious carvings and more all related to the west. The house is also worth seeing and the gardens look amazing. 12 rooms filled with exceptional work from the west.

We spent 2 hours here. We thought the time and value was worth it. The museum is a collection of a lot of different exhibits which is nice. Normally when I think of a museum named after someone you would think it would be all about that person. Not the case here. Really very little has to do directly with Millicent Rogers. More of a tribute to the Southwest. The exhibits are very well done and informative. Katie working the front desk was very informative, nice and interesting. The museum can be a little hard to find even with GPS. If you see a brown sign in town pointing towards the museum take that road. My hubby chose to listen to his GPS and that didn't work so well. I would recommend this museum.

The Millicent Rogers Museum is a must-see in Taos. If you're familiar with pottery and weaving of the region, you'll be amazed by their collection, and if you're not familiar, you'll learn a lot and see some fantastic examples of pottery from Ancestral Puebloan periods to the present as well as beautiful examples of Navajo weaving and silver-work. There's even a room dedicated to the works of the legendary Maria Martinez.

Millicent Rogers was a fascinating woman and collector of art objects. This museum shows off her great collection of Southwest jewelry and pottery as well as some great fine art. Don't pass this jewel by!

This probably is the best that Taos has to offer, but we did not get to the Taos Art Museum, which is in a historic home of an artist. We wanted to see it because we had been advised to to so, but it was closed. We "settled" for MSM. We were happy it happened that way!

This is a beautiful structure located on the northside of Taos. It is easy to get to, and there is ample parking. The views from the property are wonderful--mountains on many sides. The price is reasonable--$10 for most people, $8 for seniors and $6 for military..... The self guided tour is easy to follow and the pieces are well marked and easy to read. The personal pieces are very good, for the most part, but nothing of the quality of the Heard. If you have not been to the Heard, and you like Native American art, put it high on your list--best we have ever experienced.

The MSM is a different museum, and you have to look at it that way. It is built around the fine collection of Jewelry the wealthy socialite Millicent Rogers collected on her on. She has some beautiful pieces and would be appreciated in any museum's collection. Sadly, she does not have enough pieces to fill the entire museum.
Therefore, there are numerous donated pieces--some these are great, others not so great. Plan to spend your time on the worthy pieces (some of th wooden chests are incredible) and bypass the lesser pieces.

The central courtyard is very attractive and is worth a stop. The textile display is particularly of merit. The museum store is excellent and worth your time. If you have the funds, buy a piece! They have some excellent current artists on display--as well as some nice old pieces. The staff is willing to help you with selections.

In retrospect I wish we'd done Fechin instead but we were near Millicent Rogers so we went there. The exhibits are interesting and the building has a real Taos feel.

Just scratched the surface around Taos. There are lots of stories about Millicent Rogers, Georgia O'Keeffe, and some of the other artists who frequented Taos in the early 20th century. The collection of native American artifacts and especially silver at the Rogers Museum makes the short drive north of Taos well worth it. And then shoot up to Arroya Seco for some Taos Cow ice cream in a wonderfully funky little town!

this museum is comprised of jewelry basically from some rich woman years and years ago whose kids did not want any of it! I guess if you like looking at jewelry and pottery this would be the place to go in Taos?

Museum which houses jewelry collection from an extremely wealthy lady from last century. Some of the jewelry was stunning/interesting. Lots of art, as well. A bunch of catholic/religous art too (seems ubiquitous in NM). Was hoping to find some unique/beautiful jewelry in the gift shop for a souvenir, but it was just so-so and extremely expensive (i.e $900 bracelets). The museum building itself is rather lovely, it was once someone's house.

Close to downtown. Amazing collection of Indian jewelry and baskets and pottery. The history of Millicent is also quite fascinating! Must see.

We toured this museum in conjunction with the Taos Trolley Tour.
We were allotted an hour, certainly only enough time to skim each gallery room. We had never seen such an outstanding collection of Southwest arts, crafts, rugs, jewelry and textiles. They exhibits change, so even if you have visited before, you should go again!
We highly recommend this visit.

We knew nothing of this museum other than it was listed in the AAA TourBook before we visited. Because we allowed extra time in our travel to Taos, we took it in.

What a surprise! An extensive collection of Southwestern art of many cultures and mediums. The jewelry collection was memorable, with some pieces you wonder if they were meant to be worn given their size. We lingered to take it all in as best we could.

This museum is a gem! We would visit again if in Taos since exhibits change.

tiThe pictures of Millicent, letters from her father, and the wide range of different arts pieces of many different types was delightful. The antique floor weaving loom was the first I had seen -- we had seen many of the vertical looms, but this is the first example of the floor loom.

Visited this collection on our way to Taos pueblo and were blown away by the collection and biography of Millicent Rogers. Great history of her family and her passion for the arts and the South West.
Out of the way but so worth the trip if you like small intimated museums.

The amount of beautiful old Southwestern jewelry at this museum is by itself worth a visit to this museum. The Spanish and Native American artifacts are also extensive and nicely displayed throughout.

Millicent Rogers was the daughter of a wealthy NE family who arrived later in life to Taos. Her taste and talent dictated the SW collection housed in the museum. Her life and history are as interesting as the collection housed in 15 galleries. The jewelry collection is magnificent. The museum is varied and has something for everyone. The gift shop is tremendous-excellent book and jewelry selection. I purchased a lovely pair of gold, pearl and diamond earrings from the David Anderson collection (his family has a long history with MR).

Lots of interesting artifacts and art work Millicent Rogers collected over her lifetime. The museum provided a wheelchair for me which was very helpful.

I love the building of the museum and the story of Millicent Rogers and what she did for Taos. Really beautiful collection of art and jewelry. Check out the store there because there are some truly unique gifts, books and jewelry.

This museum is a must stop when traveling through this area! The textile exhibit is incredible along with all the other exhibits!

It was snowing and cold - (at the end of April!) - so we spent the morning at this lovely museum. The first room was my favorite. Elegant in their simplicity, these small pieces painted by Native Americans took my breath away.
There is an outrageous amount of outrageous jewelry!
Interesting that there was only one painting that pointed to any of the terrible trouble the white invaders caused the native peoples. But it's a good one.

This was a very interesting museum primarily about Native American arts. There were a variety of different subjects such as baskets, pottery, rugs, jewelry, etc. Along with the displays, they included information on things were made.

Really appreciated the overview of so many wonderful collections. This is a real treasure house, and will recommend others to visit. I've never seen so much fantastic turquoise jewelry... and the pot collection was something else. Many delightful paintings as well. Millicent seems like she was a real character and I'm glad she willed her collections into a museum.

Lots to see and learn - great jewelry collection as well as blankets and very interesting Santos (carved images of saints) also gift shop is well done

So glad I took in this small museum that is chock full of marvelous and eclectic southwestern collections. Explanations are thorough. What an interesting woman, too. The gift shop includes many area Native American artists including a number who are descendants of those displayed in the museum. And there’s a sculpture garden, too. I really recommend this museum.

A wonderful museum. You will enjoy the displays of pottery (my favorite is the black finished pottery), baskets and Native American jewelry. The gift shop is large and the staff is very helpful. If you aren't generally a museum-goer, you will find this museum very accessible, with many smaller rooms with good descriptions and photos. You come out with more knowledge of New Mexican Native American artistry. Highly recommend.

What an incredible museum. For anyone who has ever dreamed of "chucking it all" out east, moving to the New Mexico desert, and becoming fully immersed in the art and culture of the indiginous people, this museum is for you. Housed in a beautiful, restored adobe mansion from the same era, Ms. Roger's collection of jewelry, textiles, pottery and religious artifacts is stunning and a great introduction to the area.

The museum was a wonderful surprise and an enjoyable way to spend a peaceful hour or so. The multi-gallery museum provided many different kinds of art, from pen and ink drawings to other forms of painted art, sculpture, textiles, jewelry, pottery, and much more. There was something there for everyone to appreciate. It is a peaceful environment in which to learn about the art, culture, and history of the area, region, and people of this area.

I went to several museums during our stay in Taos and this is definitely the one not to miss. The collection includes a great deal of native pottery, weaving, jewelry, baskets, and other work, with displays that are very informative about the various disciplines, artists, and history. As much of the work was collected by Millicent Rogers during her lifetime, her interesting personal story is also a feature of the museum. While on the map, the museum looks to be a bit out in the 'hinterlands,' it's not really a long drive. Our GPS sent us there via a back road, but once we arrived we found that the museum was really quite close to the main road (Rt 64) north of downtown Taos and we took that route back.

Knowing very little about Rogers I found the museum wonderful. It is well organized lovely different rooms very educational with well written materials next to exhibits. Staff friendly and helpful. Beautiful old property.

Although this museum is small, it has something for everyone. Photos, paintings, textiles, pottery, jewelry, and a namesake with an interesting history. Entrance fee is very reasonable ($10 gen admission) & shop offers some amazing pieces (jewelry, belts, books).

I happened to arrive on a day when several native vendors were displaying their goods, ranging from drums and knives to blankets, pottery and silver and turquoise. Very cool, it appeared to be the best all in one spot.
Once I'd warded my gf off the concha belts, we cased the rest of the museum, which really was Milly's home where she entertained lots of famous out of towners.
It's absolutely beautiful to see, her jewelry, her dining room, her home...
As if the place were not interesting enough, there's history, period photographs and lots of goodies emanating from Milly's own possessions.
Check it out!

What's a real museum doing in Taos? You'll find out when you go there. I expected a tired, boring collection of trinkets and arrowheads. Wrong! This is an extensive collection of southwestern and native art of all kinds, much of it quite valuable. Definitely worth a visit.

Millicent Rogers herself has quite a story. She accumulated a truly spectacular collection of Southwestern and Native American art and artifacts and designed quite a bit of jewelry herself. She also collected several husbands and suitors, including Clark Gable, but that's another story. The museum is a private residence that was expanded into a museum to show this spectacular collection as you essentially make a circuit around the expanded building. We were drawn in particular to the pottery of Maria Martinez and her family, which spanned a couple of generations and is exquisite. But there is something for everyone here, including an entire gallery devoted to depictions of owls.

If you love all things southwest I am absolutly certain you will enjoy this fine museum., excellent gift shop...highest quality exhibits..all good

Much of local Native American and local Hispanic cultural significance here, highly recommend! Permanent and also temporary exhibits, local artists of past and present. Visually wonderful and lots to learn here.

I had never heard of Millicent Rogers before I found this museum online. She was an heiress to the Standard Oil fortune, it turns out, and during her lifetime must have spent a good deal of money acquiring breathtaking jewelry, rugs, pottery, looms, and religious figures; as you'd expect in a museum in NM, the great majority were made by indigenous Americans. This is a small museum, but everything is very well presented. Highly recommended!

A little adventure to find and worth every minute spent with the collections. Well curated accompanied by wonderful historical photos it was a delightful small museum tucked into the rural Taos countryside.

This hidden gem is a bit north of Taos. Not too hard to find, but good directions to support online maps would be wise. Extensive, interesting collection of Native American rugs, blankets, pottery, ceramics. And the jewelry -- so interesting and maybe the most visually stunning exhibit of all. Staffed by a friendly volunteer who, since she had time, graciously gave other recommendations for shipping on Taos on our way back to Santa Fe. Our admission was $8 per person and well worth every penny. This gave me a whole new appreciation of pottery and ceramics, and may just inspire a bit of a collection. We will definitely return.

What a treat to visit this museum as part of out Historic Trolley Tour. There were many things to see and much to learn about this unusual woman.

This building has many rooms displaying her personal art work, jewelry etc. The colorful jewelry was beautiful. But why should we be surprised with money as no object, and a wealthy family connection to support such a lavish lifestyle.

A small, but well stocked and maintained museum. Mix of native American pottery, artwork and jewerly along side Millicents own jewerly and clothing designs.

Great exhibit space with interesting pottery exhibits, fabulous jewelry, and south western art. Don't miss the gift shop

Millicent Rogers was very important to Taos, so the museum in her honor is very important because you learn so much about her and all that she did for Taos in the art world.

Strong collection of pottery, jewelry, fabric, rugs and related historical items from the Southwest.

Friendly, helpful staff. Modest charge.

Interesting family stories involved with Millicent Rogers. Of note, her son Paul Peralta-Ramos appears to have been the driving force to make this museum happen.

The museum is celebrating its 60th anniversary. Always a must see for us when we visit Taos. A variety of mediums including Southwest pottery, jewelry, paintings, baskets, and textiles (religious and secular) all under one roof. Exhibits are beautifully displayed and change frequently. Locations is not far from the historic Taos Pueblo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the national historic home of the Tiwa speaking natives who captured the heart of Millicent Rogers.

This is a nice collection but based on previous reviews I was expecting much more. If you have been to the Indian Arts museum in Santa Fe this is underwhelming. Also, this was not the home that Millicent Rogers lived on but one of her friends. The museum was small and the air conditioning was not working well today.

Just on the outskirts of town. Easy to find and parking available. In a lovely old southwest building. Layout is very well done. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Relaxing atmosphere to see the pottery, jewelry, paintings etc. Not far from the Rio Grande Bridge and the Earthship buildings.

Reasonably priced museum that was interesting to meander through. I enjoyed learning about Taos through the personal life of an interesting woman. Near the beginning is a letter from Millicent Roger's father that gives a clue about her personality which I would describe as a woman who followed her own set of rules. There are other museums in Taos that I will go to when I visit again, but I think this one is very worthwhile.

We were fortunate to arrange a private docent tour of the museum. Our guide, Becky Calvert, had such interesting history and depth of information to share with us in every room of the museum. This museum has an extra layer to it as it shares arts of Taos / weavings, santeros, pottery, along with the interesting story of Millicent Rogers - a woman born before her time. A maverick. There was an extensive collection of traditional Navajo and New Mexican jewelry as well.

The location of the museum is just a short ride out of town heading toward the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, so we paired these two excursions and then visited Orlando's for lunch on the return. The museum has beautiful sweeping views of the mountains.

This is a great stop if you are interested in local history / crafts and arts.

It was raining on our second day in Taos, so we decided to visit the Millicent Rogers Museum. What a wonderful surprise. They have an excellent collection of woven rugs and pottery from the region. There’s an great collection of both historic and contemporary Spanish style religious art. The setting is marvelous and the collection beautifully displayed. So many beautiful colors and craftsmanship to take in.

We had some extra time so we stopped by the museum to get a little more information about the local Indian culture. We found the displays informative and interesting. Non resident are charged $10 each, seniors 60+ $8 and New Mexico residents $5.

If you can, stop by and give them a look...

I'd never heard of her until we found her museum on TripAdvisor. Very interesting history of the pueblo and other Southwest Indian people's. The museum is nicely done and maintained

Not only is there great art and jewelry but significant History there. Make sure you have time to spend to see the whole museum!

We came here on the last day we were in Taos, and it is not to be missed. They were having a show on the Santa Fe Indian School style, which was absolutely incredible, but the permanent collection is just unbelievable. The location is awesome too, it is in an awesome adobe house. I was under the impression that this was going to be mostly jewelry and pottery, but it is so much more than that. Art, santos, paintings, sculpture, weavings and rugs, SO much beautiful art. Also, the museum shop is terrific, and they have antiques and rare pieces. This is one of my favorite museums I've been to in a long time.

Really enjoyed this cool museum with very interesting history about Millicent Rodgers. Looks small from the outside, but is bigger than appears!

Of the museums I visited in Taos, this was the one I liked the best. It had an interesting mix of Hispanic and Native American art and jewelry and even some of Rogers own art. It has discounts for military people, students and NM residents so make sure to bring your ID. The gift shop was nice too.

This is a great museum. The endlessly stylish Millicent Rogers collected the finest in native and Spanish colonial art, and the museum has added to her collection very tastefully.
Instead of an overview, let me focus. Maria Martinez was a native woman who, with her husband, worked on archaeological digs on her home pueblo of Isleta. They marveled at the shards of black pottery they found, and worked to re-invent the process. In so doing, Maria Martinez created some of the great ceramics of the century.
Millicent Rogers was a patron, perhaps the patron of this work. In a large and careful exhibit, we get to follow Maria Martinez' life, her discoveries, and her work. You will never look at another work of native pottery without thinking of this quiet genius..

Even though this museum is a bit outside of the center of town, I strongly recommend visiting. Millicent Rogers was an interesting woman, and the museum captures her unique spirit through her person items. There's also some additional historical items that provide some context. It's a small museum, so it'll be a quick visit.

This is a great museum filled with southwestern history and art, including a lot of native collection pieces. Prior to going, I had no idea who Millicent Rogers was, but I was impressed at her love of collecting local pieces and glad that after her passing her son helped establish this museum as a way to continue to show her love of the local community. The religious pieces were one of the highlights for me.

Excellent museum with lots of Native American artworks. The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. The lady at the gift shop gave us much information as to where to visit around Taos as well as NM in general. Don't miss the potteries made by Maria Martinez on display. Beautiful!

This is one of those places you stumble upon and are forever glad you did. It is a jewel. In my experience it is one of the best museums in northern New Mexico and certainly the finest museum in Taos. I knew nothing about Millicent Rogers before I went. I learned a great deal about her and her impeccable taste. The works on display are all beautiful and unique. The museum itself is such a pleasant place to be. The gift shop has some of the nicest gifts I've seen anywhere. If you're in Taos, go. You will not be sorry.

Had no idea who Millicent Rogers was or why she was in Taos. In only six years her passion for the Southwest left a lasting impression on the area. The collections are superbly displayed and contain some of the finest pottery and jewelry from the Southwest that I have seen. Learning of her life through the tour was a special treat. Well worth a couple of hours.

This museum has more than your average art gallery. It is designed to show an appreciation for Native American story, culture and art. Although relatively small in space, it was so well designed that one can easily walk through comprehensive displays. There are informative explanations of everything so that you learned such things as evolution of Native American culture and differences between such things as Pueblo and Apache pottery and Zuni and Navajo jewelry. We especially enjoyed the extensive jewelry collection. The price was right for that was offered here.

I have always wanted to go to this museum. I am glad I went. I grew up in the southwest and learned even more about the native American culture on this trip. You must go to this museum if you are in Taos, New Mexico

It was a delight with all of its Indian culture and exhibits. It was fascinating to learn all that this museum had on display. Even though we looked at all the exhibits and read most of the plaques, we could definitely go her again.

It's got history of Taos and New Mexico, highlights the beauty of the area, enhances our appreciation of the indigenous cultures and their artifacts and best of all, it educates us to the economics and politics of the upper Rio Grande. We loved this museum.. It is extensive but can be explored in 60-90 minutes. It has a wonderful gift shop for tourists needing items to give to friends back home. Its location is breathtaking in its beauty. No wonder it is one of the most visited spots in Taos.

We were told to Check out the Millicent Rogers Museum . It is very impressive . All the jewelry and the very fine native art works . You could get lost and not worry about it . I am glad that My wife and I made the trip to the museum \. Wer would go again

I had never heard of Millicent Rogers before I visited Taos. There was a late spring snow storm one day so I headed over to the museum. What a delight. First of all the museum is quite large, but it is organized very well. She had such an interesting life and a great collection. This is a must see.

Once you see this museum there is no need to go to another one.There are 15 galleries filled with southwest artistic and cultural displays. Millicent Rogers was a collector in love with Northern New Mexico and the traditions of both Native Americans and Hispanic culture. Her son founded the museum as a tribute to her after her death. Save a few hours to savor all this beauty.

For me, the plus is that it was open on Monday (many museums are closed) This as about 10 minutes from downtown and in an old home, converted and built out as a museum. The nucleus are items that were Ms Rodgers passions and collections. This includes textiles, pottery, and lots of jewelry. Not being a jewelry person myself, I enjoyed learning the variety and origins of the very popular SW silver jewelry. Each room had an emphasis and ended with several contemporary exhibits. Wonderfully curated.

When in Taos, do not miss this museum. The collection is stunning in terms of Indian art + Millicent Rogers was an icon of fashion and Taos. We highly recommend

Such a beautiful museum, the art work and the house and gardens
We had time to kill in Taos and went for a drive. Found this museum by accident and were very pleased.

Millicent Rogers loved New Mexico and all Native arts. She was a tremendous supporter of the arts and collected beautiful things. Her stories and artifacts are a real education. IT's beautiful here.

An amazing collection set in an extraordinary house which was gifted by friends. As ever, the story behind the collection is worth the trip in itself and the jewellery designed by Millicent Rogers herself underscore her great taste. Can't say the same about Clark Gable, though, who apparently dumped her!

The extent and range of the work on display is amazing as is the quality. So very much worth the trip if you have any interest whatsoever in (mostly) local arts and crafts.

The history, the native cultures, the early church history of the area and the story of Ms. Rogers is worth several hours of your time.

Beautiful museum, great displays of pottery and jewelry, location is good and any easy drive from downtown.

The Harman and Taos Art Museum are wonderful places to visit to see (and feel in the case of the Taos Museum's Fechin House), but the collections pale in light of the breadth and depth of the Millicent Rogers Museum collection. Ms. Rogers was not only a wealthy fashion plate, but she was also a skilled collector of Native American and Western arts. Housed in a rambling old adobe (well, it is Taos after all), the collections are organized and presented beautifully. And...don't miss the museum shop. Were I buying American Indian jewelry, it is the first place I would look in Taos.

Gorgeous home of heiress Millicent Rogers; more than ten galleries of an incredible collection of American Indian jewelry, weaving, pottery (particularly the black on black pottery of Pueblo artist Maria Martinez), and santeros and other Hispanic traditional art. Plenty of parking; beautiful grounds and gardens. 360 view of paradise!

Interesting, educational, well organized. The gift shop is interesting. A worthwhile visit while in Taos.

Excellent variety of pottery, jewelry, textiles and religious tradition artistic pieces. It's always a MUST SEE stop for friends who visit me. They and I are always impressed.

Fabulous museum in Taos, not to be missed. Well set up, a variety of unique items to view and learn about in this collection.

Located outside of Taos, we really enjoyed this museum. And I personally, am not a huge museum fan. The MRM had everything - jewelry, pottery, artifacts, paintings, bronzes,textiles all displayed beautifully. Just a lovely museum and a “don’t miss” when in Taos.

October 21, 2016 - Around 3pm in the afternoon, we drove out of Taos a short distance to visit Millicent Rogers Museum. The senior admission price is $8 a person.

We spent approximately 2 hours at the museum. It has a lot of interesting exhibits of Indian pottery, rugs, art, and jewelry.

I recommend taking the time to visit Millicent Rogers Museum.

A very good display of the heiress’s collection of art, pottery, and weaving. An interesting study of a life well-lived!!!

we spend a considerable amount of time viewing the vast collection of jewelry and other of her personal items. The gift shop had some beautiful vintage pieces and Joe was extremely helpful.

The museum was out of town near the airport. It gave us a chance to see the outlying area of Taos, with expensive houses. The art was interestingly displayed and provided insights.

Nice museum - lots of interesting exhibits. Especially enjoyed the jewelry & pottery. I would recommend.

I love this museum as a distillation of what drew early 20th c. collectors and artists to Santa Fe and Taos: a deep aesthetic appreciation of New Mexico's Native and Spanish heritage. Millicent Rogers had a sharp eye for the best quality. A series of exhibition rooms feature her wonderful collection of jewelry, pottery, religious paintings, etc. Among its strengths are an impressive display of the famed blackware pottery by Maria Martinez and of course Millicent's Navajo and Pueblo jewelry, often shown alongside photos of her wearing it. It's notable that the excellent gift shop offers for sale many fine pieces of collectible vintage Native jewelry.

This is an outstanding museum containing many examples of southwestern art and artifacts. My husband and I were there for over 3 hours and if we had not gotten tired, we would have stayed longer. This museum is a must see attraction when visiting Taos.

By far Taos' finest museum.The collection & it's presentation are remarkable. Pottery, esp Maria Martinez collection are the finest in New Mexico.

One strength of the Millicent Rogers Museum is the range of media -- jewelry, pottery textiles, graphic arts, etc. Many of the exhibits have excellent explanations; some not so much. Plan to spend about two hours as a minimum to adequately understand the major exhibits.

A marvelous pottery and basket collection plus significant displays of other areas of interest including jewelry, weaving, etc etc. This is one of the 4 top museums of this type in the U. S. . . ranking with the Heard in Phoenix, the Museum of Indian Culture in Santa Fe and the Bashaw Collection in Chandler, AZ. Well laid out . . . we especially enjoyed their pottery Collection.

Excellent museum of the Southwest. I have never seen a more fabulous historical collection of Southwest Native American made serapes, rugs, pottery, artifacts, jewelry and religious icons in addition to Millicent Rogers beautiful jewelry designs and exhibits on her life.

I didn't know what to expect from this museum on the outskirts of Taos based on the acquisitions of a wealthy collector. I was pleasantly surprised. I particularly enjoyed the woven rug collection (Native and Hispanic items), and the unusual sculptures. I'm interested in religious objects and there were plenty of these to keep me occupied.

Made my list of top 4 in Taos along with Bridge, Mission, and Pueblo. Very nice collection consisting in large part of Native American Art. I normally will quickly traverse a museum of this size but I found the accompanying descriptions interesting enough to hold my attention for far longer than I would have thought going in. For planning purposes the Museum is well located between the Taos Pueblo and the Rio Grande Bridge which are both must sees.

not at all pleased with the small display of Millicent's huge Jewelry collection only a small portion on display not pleased

The Millicent Rogers Museum is a must-visit!
The collection she amassed of indigenous objects, art, and jewelry is as beautiful and varied as it is immense. The museum also hosts exhibits of contemporary work. Right now it hosts a big, juried show of pastels by contemporary artists. The works are for sale and are just beautiful. The show is up through the beginning of June.
PS Fabulous gift shop

We visited this museum because my boyfriend was interested in the collection of native American jewelry. This collection took up several rooms and included bracelets, necklaces, rings, bolos and concho belts and also had photos of Ms. Rogers wearing the jewelry. The museum is located in a house in a residential area outside of Taos and not sure if it was our GPS, but it was a long and winding road to get there. Also, the house was really stuffy and hot the day we were there, so we went outside a couple of times to get some fresh air. Lots of cool collections, so if you're in the Taos area, it's worth the trip. Entrance fee is $10.00, $8.00 for seniors.

Give yourself some time to explore this wonderful museum and its many rooms. You don't have to be a fan of Southwest art to enjoy it.

I am a history buff and especially enjoy learning about lesser-known historical figures. Ms. Rogers was a colorful figure. She was an heiress who not only collected Southwest jewelry, she created her own versions of it. Her design sketches and necklaces, bracelets, and brooches were my favorite part of the museum.

The young man at the entrance desk shared a few stories about Ms Rogers (and her famous Hollywood friends) and Laura in the museum bookstore was very friendly and helpful. I actually joined the museum as a patron donor based on the peaceful, reflective, and inspiring hour I spent here.

The pottery, the sculptures, baskets, and paintings are spread out over small gallery rooms in this sprawling adobe building. Great collection of the famous black-on-black pottery by Maria Martinez.

We enjoyed the variety of art on display and the colorful history of the woman the museum is named after.

Very interesting, well curated museum, mostly featuring the jewelry and art of Millicent Rogers the heiress of the Standard Art fortune who lived in Taos for several years. She made and bought beautiful Indian jewelry. The pieces she created were unique: made of gold and silver with huge turquoise and diamonds. The only issue was that there was no accessible path from the handicapped parking spots to the entrance and the gravel made entry impossible without assistance. Fortunately another visitor and my companion assisted. It would be an easy fix to lay a paved sidewalk for that short distance.

Out of many times visiting Taos, this was my first visit to the Rogers Museum. For those who are interested in a broad spectrum of New Mexico art and culture - this diverse, well-stocked and well organized museum will not disappoint. It is divided into a variety of different exhibit rooms, each focusing on a different element of Native American and Hispanic art. The impressive Maria of San Ildefanso exhibit was worth the visit alone. Definitely a must see on a thinking person's itinerary in Taos.

The Millicent Rogers Museum is an offbeat museum. Sculpture, jewelry, Native American items . . . and information about Millicent Rogers' life also. You can do this museum in 2-3 hours, depending on if you examine every piece of jewelry.

I had never been here and truly enjoyed the experience. The museum is in an older home, and quite lovely. The collection is very extensive and so incredibly interesting. Millicent Rodgers was quite a dame, that's for sure, and boy, did she know what to collect. Her jewelry collection was incredible. Actually, everything was fascinating. Can't wait to return!

Really cool place for kids our age (7 and 8). We have a few more to hit here in Taos before we go home and this one was great for photos too

This is the second time we have visited this museum and enjoyed it just as much second time round. Fantastic collection of jewellery, pottery, rugs, art and religious artifacts collected by Millicent Rogers and after her death by her foundation. Also gives an overview of Millicent Rogers life. So much to see that you can easily spend over an hour here. My particular interest was in the jewellery, both Native American and also the pieces that Ms Rogers went on to design herself, influenced by the culture of the region. It cost us $8 each entry fee, well worth it. There is also a lovely gift shop with an excellent collection of jewellery.
A definite must on a visit to this area.

We were pleasantly surprised by this great museum. It is definitely off the beaten path of Taos. The home is a great example of the desert home. The museum contains an awesome collection of many facets of local high end arts and crafts.The exhibits range from a great display of regional blankets to jewelry to rustic furnishings. The courtyard has several great statues displayed nicely with the plantings

My fashionista friend has wanted to see this museum for years. Not being a fashionista, I wasn't that interested but it was her birthday so we made the drive from Santa Fe. I had no idea how amazing this woman was and her legacy to northern New Mexico and recognizing that Native American pottery and crafts were, in fact art. Worth the drive.

A wonderful collection of Southwestern Art displayed in a lovely adobe home surrounded by Mountain View’s. There are many opportunities for photos. Very enjoyable.

This museum is home to a diverse collection of art to help you develop a broad understanding of the culture and traditions of the area. We even noticed a replica of one of the horse paintings we saw when leaving at ABQ airport. There even is a kids area with coloring pages and creative projects at the far end of the museum.

great place to view many different artists displays and learn about the local art community of old in Taos and currently

Saw this museum on trip advisorand decoded to make a quick detour to visit. So very glad I did. Interesting and eclectic collection assembled by socialite Millicent Rogers to celebrate her love of fashion, art and the southwest. Would love to visit again if I'm in the area.

One of the best museums in the area. Watch for changing exhibits. Historical and very educational. Enjoy.

The story of Millicent Rogers is perhaps as interesting as the collection. I was most interest in the indigenous populace artifacts.

Wonderful history and display of the cultures that make up the Taos region. This should be a must stop for every first time visitor.

The most detailed museum I've visited showing the native American art and articles used in their daily life. It's an amazing collection. Plan on taking at least a couple of hours to see everything.

This museum of Southwestern Indian Art is a fantastic display and education of the subject. Millicent Rogers was yet another eccentric, wealthy person living in what must have been a VERY quiet New Mexico in the 40's and 50's (there but for the sake of wealthy would I be). The art is beautiful and the displays informative, even if the genre is not your primary interest. Do.. not.. miss.. this.

Millicent Rogers was clearly a most savvy collector. Her taste was impeccable. This Museum and all its Galleries is worth an extended visit. Make sure you stop by the shop where the offerings are as tasteful as the collection that's on display in the Galleries.

You won't be disappointed.

Museum consists of 15 rooms with a variety of local art: paintings, water colors, pottery, Navaho rugs, jewelry, etc. Explanation of the various genres and art were very descriptive.

The museum store was like a museum with various pieces from local artists and artifacts on sale.

I was conflicted by what grade to give museum. It’s not a three and not quite a four. Having visited over 60 museums in US, Canada in Europe, I found this museum interesting but not outstanding. There are a lot of artifacts, pottery, paintings and quilts depicting the Hispanic, Mexican, and Indian history associated with this part of New Mexico. Touring museum you gain a keener understanding of of trials and tribulations of these early settlers. There were, however, no ‘AWW’ moments.

We knew nothing about this museum nor did we know who Millicent Rogers was. Very very interesting museum of her life, her jewelry designs, history of potting and weaving. Senior rates and student rates. Really very good stop!

Not really my cup of tea. But it's not all about me. The Mrs. wanted to go. I actually enjoyed it. I found the rugs and looms to be quite amazing.

Jewelry, textiles, pottery, and more, primarily from the southwest are displayed thoughtfully and beautifully throughout the museum. Fabulous gift shop!

I was very warmly welcomed at the front desk and told about Millicent, who I did not know much about before visiting. Be sure to allow yourself at least an hour to tour all the rooms--which there are many. The self-guided brochure was very helpful.

Very well documented with good background information. A wide variety of New Mexico art - paintings, tin work, weaving, etc.

On our brief stay in Taos, my wife and I wanted to show our two friends the flavor of this special region during the couple of hours before we left town. My wife and I had visited the Millicent Rogers Museum a number of times when we lived in New Mexico, so we knew this was a good place for our friends to learn about Native American and Hispanic history, culture and art. The museum with its thirteen galleries is located in the former home of friends of Millicent Rogers. She moved from her home state of New York to Taos in 1947 and began collecting art and artifacts that fascinated her for the rest of her life. Her collections are the original basis for of the museum’s treasures.

A receptionist welcomed us with an explanation of the museum background and layout, gave us a useful brochure and we explored on our own. A different theme in each gallery has extensive information with displays of historic and more contemporary aspects of life in the southwestern US. Clothing, jewelry, rugs, pottery, art pieces and religious items are among the 7000 museum holdings. I especially admired the beautiful ancient pottery and the more recent micaceous pottery from Mew Mexican Indian pueblos. The museum - located about 10 miles from the Taos Plaza - has a very; peaceful feel. We were pleased with our visit.

This probably is the best that Taos has to offer, but we did not get to the Tao Museum, which is in a historic home of an artist. We wanted to see it because we had beadvised to to so, but it was closed. We "settled" for MSM.

This is a beautiful structure located on the northside of Taos. It is easy to get to, and there is ample parking. The views from the property are wonderful--mountains on many sides. The price is reasonable--$10 for most people, $8 for seniors and $6 for military..... The self guided tour is easy to follow and the pieces are well marked and easy to read. The pieces are very good for the most part, but nothing of the quality of the Heard. If you have not been to the Heard, and you like Native American art, put it high on your list--best we have ever experienced.

The MSM is a different museum and you have to look at it that way. It is built around the fine collection of Jewelry the wealthy socialite Millicent Rogers collected. By She

has some beautiful pieces and would be appreciated in any museum's collec she was but one person collecting and she does not have enoug life story is re nteresting. h to fill an entire museum.
Therefore, there are numerous donated pieces--some great, others not so great. Spend your time on the worthy pieces and bypass the lesser pieces.

The central courtyard is very attractive and is worth a stop. The textile display is particularly of merit. The museum store is excellent and worth your time. If you have the funds, buy a piece! They have some excellent artists on display.

This museum has a very interesting display of Indian poetry and jewelry from the estate of Millicent. She was a very wealthy collector and patron of this type of art. It also has some Spanish folk art displays and Native American art work. Definitely worth a couple of hours.

We make it to visit this museum every time we are in Taos. It is amazing. Especially if you enjoy Native and Hispanic art and culture.

The drive north of Taos is well worth doing in its own right, and a stopover to see this collection (and to learn more about the woman behind it) makes it better still.

This museum offers a diverse collection that should please many. Textiles, pottery, religious art, Millicent Rogers art and history, paintings, etc. We spent several hours there but one can cover it more quickly. Staff was helpful. Appealing gift shop.

I wish all museums annotated as well as the Millicent Rogers Museum. It's extensive collection represents the best artist of the region - both historical and also modern, particularly the pottery and weaving and jewelry artists. Give yourself plenty of time - at least 90 minutes to two hours. The gift shop is also worth visiting.

We were looking to kill some time inTaos and visited this museum on a lark. Was well worth the time learning about the woman, seeing her collection of Native American jewelry and wardrobe, beadwork, woven textiles, and pottery. The gift shop has a wonderful selection of interesting items for purchase and the location is on a beautiful backroad in Taos.

I have loved this museum for years! The last time I went rooms 9 & 10 were empty, which was sad but also just means I have to come back and see what is new.
I love the art and history here. I do wish there was a bit more explanation but I am a historian so that might be too much for other people.

A wonderful museum highlighting the life, work and collections of Millicent Rogers. The museum is beautifully curated and the staff very enthusiastic. We enjoyed an entire afternoon there. Lovely gift shop.

Hadn't been here in years---o my what a sweet revamping. A must visit in Taos--especially if you love Taos history.

Beautiful museum full of artifacts by the rooms and rooms! Ms Rogers's personal jewelry and artifacts were truly interesting to see. Pottery collection, especially plentiful Maria Martinez was a treasure. Reserve plenty of time to cover all rooms, the weavings, the Santos etc.

This is one of the best collections I'd Native American artefacts and jewellery we have ever seen. It includes exhibits from most of the New Mexican Pueblos. Millicent Rogers designed a large collection of Native American jewellery that is on display. Make sure you take time to sit in the courtyard and enjoy the tranquility.

A very nice place to visit when in Taos. The lady at the front desk was very knowledgeable and friendly. Many pictures and jewelry items were available. A lot of interesting history to know about her life. Would highly recommend.

The collections, including superb weaving, pottery, santos, and jewelry are well worth the trip out there. (Taos County residents get in free, which is a nice perk.) The staff are always very friendly.

I learned a lot in this museum and not just about it's namesake! I learned about the history of native art and it's marketing and also about the evolution of style, such as the blankets and how native and Spanish cultures influenced each other over time. Here is a painting I found especially poignant entitled "The Last Supper "

The Millicent Rogers Museum is a tribute to a woman who championed Native American and Hispanic arts. This museum exceeded our expectations. Be sure to read the letter she wrote to her son Paul shortly before her death.

Excellent display of various SW art and jewelry. Each room presents something unique and well selected. Millicent Rogers life is well explained and provocative.

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit here. We especially liked Maria a Martinez pottery in room 4 and the jewelry. Definitely worth a trip.

The museum is small and a bit maze-like. The exhibits are interesting but lack information. We found it confusing trying to figure out which pieces belonged to Millicent versus her mother or someone else. Some items were created by Millicent but it was not always apparent which ones. Could be better.

The museum was very nice since it was once a residence and had some interesting little quirks. I loved the exhibit of Millicent Rogers jewelry and art. There were some very nice pieces of Indian pottery too.

It is well worth visiting this out of the way museum! Having visited the Heard Museum the week before, I enjoyed more of the items on display here having a much better understanding of what I was looking at. Do stop here if you can. The collection(s) are extensive.

I love museums,however this did not meet my expectations. Can do the rooms in less than 30 minutes. Various rooms of jewelery, rugs, pottery.

A very small portion of the displays are actually those of Millicent, but displayed in a wonderful home of friends with lots of items of the southwest culture.

The Millicent Roger Museum has a very nice collection of Native American pieces. It's not a large museum but well worth a visit.

I saw some lovely, graceful, pottery, and the wall texts about how how native pottery was made, beginning with finding and preparing the clay, was fascinating.

But psychologically the museum was uncomfortable, focussed on glorifying Millicent Rogers and her wealth and celebrity, and oblivious to the actual lives andhistorical experience of the people who made the artwork on display.

Physically, the staff seemed oblivious to the way their voices carried. One of the two gift shop employees was loudly boasting to a customer considering buying a piece of expensive jewelry about the Los Angeles celebrities who gather and shop in there.

All in all, unwelcoming and hot and stuffy on a mid-June day

Do not be put off by the reviewer who thinks this museum over-emphasizes the eponymous (wealthy socialite) collector at the expense of the artists whose work she collected. They are given pride of place and their history and their works are well described - especially the pottery of Maria Martinez and her family. And the building itself is fascinating. Highly recommended!

I will add my voice to the many who have raved about this museum. Small looking from the outside, the collection is grand. The pieces she collected over time are amazing in telling the story of the people who lived here first and are still here. The temporary exhibit on the Indian School painters was amazing. We had seen a video about Maria Martinez in the Museum of Indian Art and Culture while in Santa Fe and we were pleased to see a whole room devoted to her pottery and her life here. Great museum.

Love this museum. I enjoy seeing over and over again Ms. Rogers beautiful collection of turquoise jewelry. This is a permanent exhibit. The changing exhibits are always interesting too.

Excellent on every level. Native American Art, pottery, and the Spanish folk art, carved furniture and everything else there was great. Housed is an awesome old hacienda (part of it anyway) that was donated to the museum. People there are super friendly and helpful.

Loved learning about Millicent Rogers and her desire to preserve Southwestern Art. Great stop before or after going to the Rio Grande River Bridge.

This is the only "must see" place that we found in Taos. Although it is located in a building that was once someone's home, the museum is quite large. It is packed with things to see. The lady at the front desk said 7,000 items. Many, many of them are quite unique. I had never heard of Millicent Rogers. What a lady she was. A true American aristocrat.

This was the only museum we had a chance to see on our first visit to the area. It was late in the day & we were on our way back to town from a Llama trek & we spotted the sign just in time! It was less than an hour 'til closing but, ironically, this was the museum I remember I was most drawn to by the tour book description earlier! We questioned if it was worthwhile, with so little time. The kind docent offered us a local's rate in consideration of our late arrival. We're So glad we decided to go for it! I was mostly interested in the Native American jewelry & neither of us had much interest or experience with the pottery, so we didn't linger there; but we picked our respective areas of interest. My husband particularly enjoyed the paintings. We both loved the personal aspect of this colorful collection! We found the old photographs fascinating! We'd never Heard of Millicent Rogers as a socialite, Standard Oil Heiress, collector of Southwest treasures, or girlfriend of Clark Gable! We came to have a "feel" for her Through her thoughtfully accumulated art & jewelry & were surprised to learn that she became a jewelry designer herself, her designs reflecting the Southwest & Native culture in which she was so immersed. Through Millicent's earlier "discovery" & appreciation, we appreciated in turn. There was a satisfying "karmic" component in this knowledge! I was really impressed by the enormous, intricate Rug Weaving Loom & by the fact that it was not displayed behind plexiglass! There is an earthy "Realness" to this powerful little museum & how it curates it's treasures! In scarcely an hour, we definitely got a sampling of some diverse aspects of the rich history & interpretation of the region through it's fine art, textiles, religious artifacts, jewelry, furniture, etc. Wish we could have lingered longer! The gift shop is a Must See & is far superior to the typical offerings! They graciously stayed open for us a little longer! Bring a credit card! We hope you're able to take a little longer to enjoy! Diane & Robert Von G. (So. Cal.)

It was one of the beautiful places on our travel route. The people we asked questions were very helpful. I love jewelery very much, I examined it carefully. Of course, the indispensable part of museums is the relationship with history. Connecting stories is very enjoyable.

located outside of town but a very interesting collection of a personal collection of a very interesting person

This museum is relatively small and can be visited in between 2 - 3 hours. The exhibit of the Maria Hernandez exhibit alone is worth the price of admission - and there is much more. If you have any interest at all in native American art, this museum is a must do when in Taos area. The gift shop carries many pricey, but beautiful pieces of art.

I had never heard of this woman before, but she put Native American art on the map in the U.S. What a collection! Gorgeous rugs, jewelry, pots, etc. This is all located in what used to be her home. Staff friendly and helpful. Nice gift store.

Most of the previous reviews sum up the Millicent Rogers Museum pretty well...a large and varied collection of Native American and Southwest art and everyday objects that is well-curated and displayed in an approachable manner. The greeter at the front desk gave us a great overview of the museum and what to expect before we even entered.

The museum is housed in an actual adobe house and the collection winds you through it’s rooms to guide you out through the gift shop. Brillliant, right? But really...that was the BEST part of my visit!!! Count yourself lucky if you are visiting when a soft-spoken man is working there. I so regret not getting his name. He has a passion for the objects and their creators (local artists) featured in the gift shop. Even though we passed through the gift shop five minutes until closing, he spent much time with us telling us about the pottery and its creators for sale in the shop. He knew them personally and their styles of pottery intimately. We thanked him and left without making a purchase because we didnt want to delay his departure. A day before leaving the Taos area and still in need of my rememberance of my visit, I decided to go back to the Millicent Rogers Museum gift shop. I was thrilled the soft-spoken man was once again there! He helped me choose a pair of locally made squash blossom earrings...and I will think of the museum, him, and the great time I had in Taos whenever I wear them.

This small museum displays uniques items collected by Ms. Rogers in her years in the area, such as jewelry, Indian beadwork and pottery, traditional clothing, and other artifacts. Also interesting were the photos and letters about her life as the granddaughter of a cofounder of Standard Oil.

This particular museum has alot to offer in art of various cultures. This place is a must see to appreciate.

Best collection of southwest art in the region! Coming back every time in Taos, you’ll find extensive examples of pueblo pottery, baskets, Spanish religious art, Navajo and Zuni jewelry, all displayed wonderfully in this original Adobe home. You won’t be disappointed!

The museum holds some beautiful jewelry, clothing, beadwork and furniture.
The staff are extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They can tell you the history of almost every piece in the museum.
They also have a great knowledge of the history of Millicent and the area.
Easy to find north of Taos.
Lots of free parking.
$10 fee.
Gift shop has local artist goods which are almost museum pieces of their own.
The building itself also interesting historical facts in the way it is constructed and what it has been over time.

The Millicent Rogers Museum has quite a nice collection of art, jewelry and other collectables. I particularly enjoyed the Maria Martinez ceramics.

Millicent Rogers started as a New York socialite. Happily, she finished as a woman who cared deeply for her Taos area culture and surroundings! This is another little jewel of Taos, tucked away so that you driver right past it. But that is the Tasoseno way of doing things, isn't it?
Go in, and just wander around, and feel the history and magic take you back in time.

This museum has a bit of everything southwest - art, katsinas, jewelry, weaving, religious items and pottery (with excellent descriptions about the similarities and differences between the native groups in design and materials). The museum is small enough so that it doesn't overwhelm yet large enough to be diverse and informative.

Excellent collection of New Mexico art and artifacts through Millicent Rogers donations. Pottery, baskets, paintings, religious items, blankets, rugs, jewelry, carvings and on and on. Very nicely presented. Air conditioned and rest rooms available.

One of the best Museums that my wife and I enjoyed as they explained almost everything in a mannor that everyone would understand. The exhibits and rooms were well thought out and displayed. We immersed ourselves for almost three hours in browsing the exhibits and speaking with the various docents throughout. When you decide to go do not rely too heavily on GPS as it will take you a pleasant, but long journey. Contact the Museum before you embark on a long ride. The Museum is aware of the GPS problems and have not been able to resolve the issue. The street number is not recognized but the street name is. Enjoy your time there.

Outstanding small museum, established by the family of one of the last great heiress/fashion icons. The collection includes astonishing local artisanal works of pottery, jewelry, textiles.

We got lost finding the museum but glad that we did. Millicent Rogers had beautiful treasures from the Southwest, including fabulous jewelry that she collected and designed.

Lovely museum... Beautifully laid out and wonderful local history, artifacts and jewelry. This is the first place I take our guests in Taos. What wonderful history! Great gift shop too!!

Taos is a place where your mind and heart come together. Religious art is a very big deal, and I'm so happy she cherished it and was committed to preserving it - as well as the phenomenal pottery and jewelry that is produced throughout the state. I am not Catholic, but I deeply respect the choices of the people who have called this place home for the last many centuries. The combination of Native and Latin religious practices create one of the most unique travel experiences one can have.

Certainly worth a visit if in Taos. Millicent Rogers was an interesting person with an interesting collection, housed in her home.

This small museum focuses on native Southwest art, plus derivative designs by its namesake, a wealthy socialite and artist who lived in the first half of the 20th century. Tribal/pueblo differences in pottery and basket-making and weaving are highlighted, and modern jewelry of Ms. Rogers' design is both on display and available in the gift shop.

Moderate sized museum (the size I because it is not overwhelming). Covered a lot of interesting New Mexican art and history. Curation was truly outstanding; I live in Wash DC and we have some great museums but I thought the curation here was as good as any I've seen. Along with Hacienda Martinez one of the two museums you should visit while in Taos.

Set only minutes N. of Taos, and likely area's best museum...linked to heiress Rogers' jewelry & SW art collection, but also added fine pieces for viewing, including the house itself.

This is a must for all of our guests to visit. What a treasure MR was! If you love southwestern jewlelry, this is the place. Or retablos. Of pottery. Or......anything! And a great gift shop.

A must-see place if you visit Taos. Interesting collection, nice interior design, perfect size to absorb in one visit.

Interesting historical museum, with incredible silver jewelry and all sorts of objects of art. The woman and her life are fascinating.

If you have time for nothing else in Taos (other than the food) -
this museum is the place to go. Wonderful collection of Native American jewelry, pottery, rugs and art. Just fabulous! It is just the right size - you will not be overwhelmed, with the exception of the surroundings. A MUST SEE!

This museum provides an extensive, well-organized collection of Native American art. The gift shop is a reliable place to purchase an authentic Navajo rug, Native American jewelry, or other itemsw.

This is a small but densely packed museum filled with southwestern Native American and Hispanic art and history. The space is intimate and the collections are extensive with a good selection of high impact artifacts. Captures a slice of southwestern culture in a lovely setting. Worth the stop and time. Recommend without reservation.

This was a small museum that had some beautiful art pieces. Would have been better if they had some kind of audio tour for this. Hard to keep kids engaged, when they bored of reading. Otherwise would recommend this museum.

One of the best museums in our minds of terrific Southwest pottery, weavings and jewelry. They have the most extensive collection of Maria Martinez pottery we've ever seen--simply gorgeous. And the jewelry is absolutely amazing! Well worth the 10 minute drive from the city center.

Millicent Rogers was such an amazing person and this is a great museum. The layout is extremely comprehensive, the staff is excellent, and the collection is unique and a must see. There is a stunning cross section of Native American and South Western art.

Also, during the summer months there is a military discount. 😊

This museum is made more interesting by the history of the woman her self. Not far out of town...worth the trip to see all the work of the artists for which she served as a patron. Her silver/jewelry is quite beautiful.

This museum was a welcome surprise as it reviews the history of the Spanish, Indian and Americans and how they lived together along with the history of the socialite Millicent Rogers and how she spent her last years loving, being creative and healing from her break up with Clark Gable! Many rooms and representations of the Spanish and Indian Cultures and Millicent's life in Taos.

We come to Taos 3-4 times a year and make it to MRM about every 2 years. This was a great exhibit to come to about restuccoing the communnitty chuches in Questa & Taos and else where we drove up to Questa see the church after we saw the exhibit.

I finally made it here after being a native New Mexican with family in Taos and I was not disappointed. Very nice galleries focusing on northern New Mexico culture and history with a gallery dedicated to Millicent Rogers, a beautiful and classy lady ahead of her time.
I especially liked the pottery galleries and the Marie Martinez gallery. Also the blanket gallery was also quite good. Don't forget the tin work gallery.

Very interesting museum with great displays. Jewelry was magnificent, as well as other mementos of Millicent collection. The building was beautiful; we were there in a light snow and looking out the windows was an extra treat. A don't miss experience.

This private collection presents a fine overview of New Mexico indigenous peoples art: baskets, pottery, jewelry, painting. The building itself is accessible - all on one floor, and clear, well-written descriptions.

This was one of the best museums I have been to that embodies everything beautiful in the Southwest. Ms Rogers taste was exquisite. The displays of her jewelry collection and pottery are beyond beyond. You must go!

This little gem displays the most iconic items of the Southwest: colorful textiles and artwork, intriguing pottery from various pueblos, magnificent jewelry,and gorgeously crafted carvings.

The displays are changed periodically and I suspect the MRM's entire collection is truly substantial.

As you exit the last of the display rooms you find yourself in one of the most beautiful gift shops anywhere. The selection of items available for purchase are quite broad-based and unique.

A visit here is a wonderful experience anytime of the year.

For me the best part of this museum is the jewelry collection although there are other facets there, too. The blanket display is also very worthwhile

Packed full of wonderful Native American art both ancient and modern. Lots of great displays and information explaining items on display. We researched Millicent Rogers before going and recommend doing so if you have time. The museum is less about her and more about her collection and the art and culture that she helped preserve. She was an interesting person and her life helps you appreciate the history of Taos.

My 10 years old thought that the back rooms were creepy. That is to say that not only are the exhibited items fantastic, but the place has a special atmosphere.

This place is much larger than it looks from the outside. Just a massive collection of local art and history. The pottery collection is incredible. The story of Millicent Rogers is fascinating too.

Definitely worth an hour or two when visiting Taos. Lots of local art, most of it steeped in local history.

Located slightly outside of Taos, this museum will be appreciated by anyone interested in and having some knowledge of Indian art and artifacts., and jewelry. Nicely laid out in what was originally someone's home. It takes about 1 to 1 1/2 hours to wander through. A nice collection of Martinez pottery. Some works collected by Millicent Rogers and some by her son(.?) I believe.

The Millicent Rogers Museum us about 5 miles north of the Taos plaza. It started with the collection of the museum name-sake, a New York socialite, who moved to Taos for personal and health reasons. The museum has a beautiful collection of Native American pottery, with a special room dedicated to Maria Martinez. In addition to Native American art, collections of Hispano art form northern New Mexico are very worthwhile.
The museum has grown in size since we last saw it 20 years ago.

A unique Taos treasure. Experience a beautifully presented collection of Native American silver, pottery and weavings; Hispanic carvings and some paintings in an old hacienda. This is the one place I always bring out of town visitors to who are interested in our cultures and traditions.

interesting museum of native heritage. would be great to have online component to share with other native museums and link together.

I enjoyed my visit to this museum, in part due to the knowledge and enthusiasm of the man at the admission desk. It is housed in an interesting building and has a good and varied collection of pottery, basketry, sculpture, woodcarvings, jewelry and other objects of New Mexican art. Not a "must-see" but a very nice museum where one can get a broad overview of different types of artworks from this part of the country. Also, a wonderful gift shop...

Multiple collections from fashion and southwest jewelry to primitive religious artifacts, Native American pottery and baskets. Extremely interesting and well worth the entrance fee.

Great museum of local history! So enjoyed the Native American exhibits, the black-on-Black pottery & religious display. What a beautiful gem!

Although the museum covers more, it concentrates on Ms Rogers life and collecting in the Taos area. The museum has avery nice collection and explanation of southwest us tribal pottery---plus other collections. it's a good way to spend 2 hours.

We had heard good things about this museum and it did not disappoint. Extensive collection and history of an amazing woman. A must see

Enjoyable way to spend an hour. At first, I didn't think I'd be all that interested in some of the galleries but the collection sort of sneaks up on you. Found myself really entranced by things I wouldn't normally be drawn to such as baskets, pottery and handwoven blankets. Yes the jewelry collection is impressive but there's much more to the collection. The home is interesting as well. Make sure to read the letter she wrote to her son just before she died in the last gallery just before you enter the gift shop. Gave me a fuller appreciation of who she was as a woman more than her jewelry ever could.

This museum is in a spectacular building with a truly spectacular collection. The rugs and jewelry alone are worth the price of admission. The building has some of the most beautiful rooms I’ve ever seen in a museum- the oxblood floor is the stuff of dreams. A must see museum for anyone interested in the Southwest.

We visited the museum with a group and spent about an hour there. Plenty of time to view the exhibits and visit the gift shop.