Celebrate the Power of Story
Dear Friends,
Just like a great book has the power to imprint its tender meaning on your heart, a place rich with history and seasoned by time opens your imagination to a future of new and vibrant possibilities.
At La Fonda, we are committed to embracing the future with the same amount of gusto we cherish the past. We invite you to explore the spaces in between with equal parts curiosity and awe and immerse yourself in the spirit of hospitality we have mastered over the decades.
A hub for photographers, designers, painters and poets, scientists, musicians and endless dreamers, the hotel attracts thinkers and thoughtful visionaries that respect both creation and preservation. That’s why we are thrilled to host a cohort of the Santa Fe International Literature Festival’s readers and panelists for this year’s festival (May 15 – 17). If you’re into writing that challenges norms and encourages deep thinking, this event is for you. Ocean Vuong, James McBride, and Rebecca Solnit are just a few of the authors to be featured at this year’s festival, as authors convene in the land of ristras and green chile to celebrate our shared love of language and oral and written traditions. Check out the lineup here.
Perched at our Bell Tower Rooftop Bar, facing the sacred Loretto Chapel, is my favorite spot to imagine dusty caravans of the past; the clatter and clop of mules hauling textiles, tools and whiskey from the east along the iconic Old Santa Fe Trail. The view from La Fonda reveals the dynamic evolution of The City Different – from a Spanish colony to a Mexican outpost, to an American territory with a mix of cultures and traditions – and ultimately, in 1912, the 47th state. And there’s no better place to take it all in than from our rooftop bar, now open for the season!
Our new Executive Outlet Chef, Marc Quiñones, working under our long time Executive Chef Lane Warner, has created a menu that pairs perfectly with our purple-pink sunsets and the drama of each New Mexico dusk. Enjoy signature cocktails and good times with friends at Santa Fe’s most sought-after summer destination – open noon to sunset daily (weather permitting).
And, it’s never too early to start planning for Fred Harvey experiences! This June you can experience the first-ever Frediversary weekend in Arizona (6/18-22). With dynamic talks and delicious meals scheduled at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, The Grand Canyon South Rim, and at La Posada Hotel in Winslow, they’ll be plenty of Fred-focused stories and Colter-inspired conversations!
In November the Fred Harvey History Weekend in Santa Fe is always such a meaningful way to connect with the stories that shaped this region. While you visit us this fall, We hope you’ll take a moment to enjoy our beautifully renovated lobby and bar slated for completion later this summer. The reimagined space is a wonderful blend of history and new design elements that we hope you’ll love.
Nos vemos allá arriba! (See you up there!),
Jenny
Jennifer Kimball
Ambassador and Board Chair Emerita
La Fonda on the Plaza
DETOURS AT LA FONDA
From HF Coors dinnerware, to Sandy Vaillancourt originals and prints, the Shop has an eclectic mix of hand crafted goods. Explore!
PIÑON COURT BY LA FONDA
Join us on the patio at Piñon Court for a special menu showcasing fresh flavors, thoughtful ingredients, and the warm hospitality that defines Piñon Court. It’s the perfect opportunity to gather with friends, savor a delicious meal, and experience one of Santa Fe’s favorite dining traditions. Don’t miss Happy Hour, 4-6pm daily.
CYNDE ROOF FINE ART
Cynde Roof
105 Old Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
505-365-2758
GEMSONG GALLERY
Discover Santa Fe’s largest collection of turquoise at Gemsong Gallery, next to Detours at La Fonda.
Learn about the history of turquoise through Gemsong’s “Turquoise 101 Tour” guided by Peter Vajda, an industry icon and a unique resource in Santa Fe, who:
- Led the jewelry and gemstone trades for over six decades
- Operated on every level of trade from mining to retail
- Is a world recognized expert in colored gems, has lectured widely and advised gemstone laboratories around the globe
- Wrote definitions concerning the proper disclosure and sales of turquoise and other gems, definitions related to authentic Native American jewelry and other Native American Arts and Crafts for both state and federal laws (testifying before the US Congress twice)
- Was intermittently the largest international turquoise dealer during his career (acquiring over 10 billion carats of turquoise from virtually every iconic turquoise mine in the world)
- Specializes in collectable American Turquoise and Native American Jewelry
- Served as a board member for the New Mexico Better Business Bureau and a member of Ethical Trade Organization
- Featured on the front page of the Wall Street Journal
To book a tour, inquire at the gallery or call:
505.819.7227 or 505.988.5536
EXPLORE THE SHOPS
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SANTA FE MAGAZINE FESTIVAL
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And because you matter to us, we’re giving you 20% off admission.
Use code LAFONDA26P to apply your discount.
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