About Taos

• Dennis Hopper filmed and edited "Easy Rider" in Taos, cementing its counter-culture image.
• Earthships, sustainable homes made of recycled materials, originated near Taos.
• The opening of Taos Ski Valley in 1955 transformed the local economy.
• Taos Pueblo's ancient structures have no running water or electricity.
• The Taos art colony boomed in the early 20th century, attracting many artists.
• "Taos" derives from the Tiwa word for the village; established around 1000 AD.
• With under 6,500 residents, it's smaller than many high schools.
• At 6,969 feet, the thin air makes baking tricky.
• Tourism and the arts drive much of the local economy.
• A peaceful, spiritual, and artistic energy permeates the air.
• No pro teams here; Albuquerque Isotopes (baseball) are closest.
• Taos High School's basketball team has a strong local following.

Artists From Taos

Max Gomez Michael Hearne The Rifters

Kate Mann

Jimmy Stadler

Ben Guihan

Lil Renzo

Ph8

Po.10.Cee

The Bees & Locusts

Dynette Marie

Maria Benitez

Jenny Vincent

Haioka

Sopdet

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