Accessibility

The Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site is committed to the accessibility of our museum’s facility, programs, services, and events, including our website and online programs.  As our staff works to implement improved accessibility, please continue to check this page for updated information.

CONTACT US

To request an accommodation, please contact 575-202-1638 (voice) or accessibility@dca.nm.gov  (email) in advance of your visit.  

For additional information or to share your questions, concerns, and feedback, please contact 575-202-1638 (voice) or accessibility@dca.nm.gov (email).

ASL INTERPRETATION

Not presently available at Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site.

PARKING AND ENTRANCE

Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site does not have its own parking. You will find ADA parking within the town’s various parking lots. To enter Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site use the town’s sidewalks and then you will enter the site through its designated ADA entrance. Which is located through the Zaguan, or covered alleyway, between the Visitor Center and Giftshop .   

SERVICE ANIMALS

Dogs and other animals which qualify as Service Animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act are welcome at the Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site and are exempt from fees. 

Under the New Mexico Service Animal Act of 2013, Emotional Support Animals and pets are not considered service animals.  

For more information, see the Service Animal Overview from the New Mexico Governor’s Commission on Disability.   

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS

Wheelchairs are not available at Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site.

The Visitor Center and front Restrooms are ADA accessible.

The path from the Visitor Center to the historic building has a designated ADA pathway. Most rooms within the residence are accessible with a few rooms being look in only.

Motorized scooters are permitted onsite.

ACCESSIBLE PROGRAMS

We strive to make our programs accessible. Guided tours that are ADA specific can be arranged. To request accommodations or to see if the program is a good fit for you contact 575-202-1638 (voice) or emily.wilson@dca.nm.gov (email).

WEBSITE

The Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site is working to implement digital accessibility standards for the usability of its website by all people with disabilities.  These efforts are ongoing.  If you have questions about the accessibility of a specific web page within New Mexico Historic Sites, please contact 575-202-1638 (voice) or accessibility@dca.nm.gov (email).

ALTERNATIVE FORMATS

To request this webpage in an alternate format, such as Large Print, accessible Word or text documents, please contact 575-202-1638 (voice) or accessibility@dca.nm.gov (email).

Page header image, “The Sala Grande of the Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site." Photo by DCA Staff