Santa Clara Pueblo

Santa Clara Pueblo (Kha’p’o Owingeh - Singing Water Village)

Located along the Rio Grande between Española and Los Alamos, Santa Clara Pueblo is one of New Mexico’s Eight Northern Pueblos and home to a centuries-old Tewa community. The pueblo is renowned for its black-on-black and red pottery traditions, ancestral ties to Puye Cliff Dwellings, and vibrant culture that continues today.

Feast Days & Public Ceremonies

Some events may be open to visitors, while others are private, restricted to community members, or closed without notice. Access, schedules, and photography rules can change, so visitors should confirm directly with the Pueblo before attending.

• Easter Sunday — Easter Dances
• June 13 — Comanche Dance
• July 12 — Buffalo, Harvest or Corn Dance
• December 24–28 — Christmas Dances (times and locations vary)

Visiting Respectfully

New Mexico’s pueblos are living communities, not museums. They are sovereign tribal nations with their own governments, laws, and traditions. When visiting, remember that you are a guest on tribal land.

• Obey all posted signs and respect areas marked as private or off-limits.
• Do not photograph people, homes, religious activities, or ceremonies without permission.
• During dances and ceremonies, remain quiet and avoid crossing ceremonial areas.
• Do not remove pottery shards, artifacts, plants, or other objects from pueblo lands (you will be cursed).
• Observe all posted speed limits and traffic laws. Going 5 mph over can get you a ticket.