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dreds of the sturdy animals loaded with firewood
destined to warm Santa Fe homes. Profits quickly
disappeared in the Alley’s infamous saloons and
brothels.
Another landmark just a few blocks west of the
plaza off of San Francisco Street marks the site of
an old Santa Fe jail that housed the infamous Billy
the Kid. The outlaw, born William Henry Bonney,
spent his teenage years in Santa Fe.
Beyond the history, shopping, and dining, Santa
Fe Plaza offers eclectic entertainment, ranging
from free concerts on the bandstand to buskers
and street musicians with musical fare for all ages
and tastes. We enjoyed an energetic and intricate
Native American hoop dance performed by stu-
dents from a local Pueblo.
Annually, during the third week of August, the
historic plaza hosts the huge Santa Fe Indian Mar-
ket. Art lovers, tourists, collectors, and artists
from around the world make the pilgrimage to
Santa Fe to shop wares by upcoming and nation-
ally Native American artists and craftspeople. The
landmark event sprawls across the plaza and into
the surrounding streets. Leading up to the market
and throughout its long weekend, there are hun-
dreds of gallery openings, art shows, and related
events all around town. Many hotels are booked a
year in advance, so plan ahead if you’d like to go.

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