The Pueblo of Laguna, New Mexico (Western Keres: Kawaika [k’ɑwɑjk’ɑ]) is a federally recognized tribe of Native American Pueblo people in west-central New Mexico, near the city of Albuquerque, in the United States. Part of the Laguna territory is included in the Albuquerque metropolitan area, chiefly around Laguna’s Route 66 Resort and Casino. The name, Laguna, is Spanish (meaning “small lake”) and derives from the lake on their reservation. This body of water was formed by an ancient dam that was constructed by the Laguna people. After the Pueblo Revolt of 1680–1696, the Mission San José de la Laguna was erected by the Spanish at the old pueblo (now Old Laguna) and finished around July 4, 1699

Laguna is surrounded by enchanting mesas and is situated at the foothills of the beautiful mountains of Mount Taylor. Laguna is located 45 miles west of Albuquerque on Interstate 40. The reservation consists of approximately 500,000 acres of land situated in Cibola, Valencia, Bernalillo and Sandoval counties.

The residents of Laguna Pueblo live in six villages which are Laguna, Mesita, Paguate, Seama, Paraje, and Encinal. The Tribal administration building is located in the village of Laguna. You can experience the uniqueness of our Pueblo by visiting in person.

The pueblo is situated approximately 45–50 miles west of Albuquerque along Interstate 40 and historic Route 66. Tribal members live across six major villages:

• Laguna (the main village)
• Mesita
• Paguate
• Seama
• Paraje
• Encinal

CULTURE and GOVERANCE

Traditions: Laguna is known for its annual feast day honoring Saint Joseph on September 19th. A unique local tradition is "Grab Day," where food and household items are thrown from rooftops to the community below as a prayer for abundance. There are over 7,800 enrolled tribal members and nearly half reside in the villages.

Government: The tribe is governed by the Laguna Tribal Council, with the Governor serving as the chief executive officer.

Economy: The Laguna Development Corporation manages tribal business interests:

Dancing Eagle Casino offers over 500 slots and virtual table games in Western New Mexico.

Route 66 Casino Hotel offers the best gaming, finest dining and the hottest live entertainment in Albuquerque, NM.

The 66 Pit Stops service traffic at two locations on Interstate 40 at exits 140 & 114.

The Route 66 Travel Centers offer a fueling station, convenience store, smoke shop, and a Dairy Queen Grill & Chill at two locations on Interstate 40.

SAN JOSE MISSION CHURCH
A historic landmark in the main village of Laguna. The San José de la Laguna Mission and Convento, in Laguna, New Mexico, dates from 1699. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973, with note that it "is one of the best preserved buildings of its type in the United States. Located at: 1 Friar Rd, Laguna, NM.