Top Things to do in New Mexico
What to do and see in New Mexico, United States: The Best Shopping
With its rich cultural heritage from Native American and Spanish settlers, New Mexico has been both a Spanish colony and a Mexican colony, and still retains a strong individual identity within the United States. The landscape is breathtaking, the food incredible, and there is a thriving cultural scene, all of which makes New Mexico, and Santa Fe in particular, a great place all year long.
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1. Nedra Matteucci Galleries
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5.0 based on 348 reviews
An art gallery specializing in 19th- and 20th-century American art.
Reviewed By ColoradoChilidog
Sometimes it's the setting/location that makes a place and Nedra has it in spades. The historical buildings, classic interior rooms, vault, and art would make this a must stop but add in the garden area and that makes this a very special place. Every staff member would answer questions that I'm sure they are asked dozens of times per day. It's educational along with great art viewing.
2. Kenneth Wyatt Gallery
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Gallery that features the works of Kenneth Wyatt, celebrated artist who captures the traditions, culture and moods of the American West.
3. Turquoise Trail Sculpture Garden
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5.0 based on 61 reviews
CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC 2021&2022, due to very exciting news! OrigamiintheGarden is traveling to Missouri Botanical Garden, Wellfield Botanic Gardens and Reiman Gardens in 2021. We are also building a new, even larger exhibit for Atlanta Botanical Garden for 2022. This sculpture garden will reopen in 2023.Thank you for your time and understanding!"
Reviewed By garyml2016 - Palm Springs, United States
This high desert sculpture garden sits near natural rocks that beautifully frame the artwork. Based on origami concept, the artist and his staff we’re welcoming and very friendly. I love the work and will return!
4. Center for the Arts
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Your primary source for arts and entertainment in Lea County! Come meet our friendly staff, ask questions and learn about what's happening within our arts community. Check out our gift shop, completely made up of arts and crafts by local artists and view our rotating visual art exhibitions. Children's art classes offered weekly and live performances of music and dance presented throughout the year
5. Santa fe Society of Artists
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5.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By suncloudgct - Santa Fe, United States
More and more artists are showing their work at art shows, fairs, etc. instead of galleries; and the SFSA is special in this way - with their special group of very talented artists, including many mediums: painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, etc. A great place to spend a weekend afternoon.
6. Andrea Fisher Fine Pottery
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By robertrV6476DJ - Davis, United States
We are collectors of Pueblo pottery and have high expectations for galleries retailing this art. Andrea Fisher meets and exceeds them all. We have been dealing with the gallery for a long time and are always impressed by the selection available from a wide range of pueblos, the expertise and knowledge of the sales staff, and care they take to make sure the customer gets just what they are looking for. The items they stock are all quality items and extend all the way up in to the collector stratosphere but they work hard to help you find just what you are looking for. The best part for me is that the prices are very reasonable for what one gets. There is no tourist junk here but if you want a good piece of pueblo pottery you can be assured walking in the door that you will not be overcharged. Having dealt with most of the other galleries in the region, this is always my first and last stop. You just cannot go wrong.
7. Hat Ranch Gallery
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5.0 based on 18 reviews
Hat Ranch Gallery, located on historic Turquoise Trail, provides a unique and truly authentic Santa Fe experience in which to view and acquire art of all media and price range. We offer a beautiful gallery and immersive art and cultural experiences where you can unwind, explore and enjoy the original Santa Fe spirit. We are a destination gallery and when you are here -you will feel like family.
Reviewed By anlianna76
If you want a truly Santa Fe experience please visit this authentic western gallery, The art is truly wonderful and the gallery is located off the beaten path just off the iconic turquoise trail, easy to find. Once you get there you will be treated as is if you are an old friend coming to visit and I guarantee you will leave with a beautiful piece of Santa Fe art lovingly created by local artists.
8. Tinkertown Museum
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4.5 based on 355 reviews
A "museum" built out of concrete and 55,000 bottles that houses 20,000 handcarved miniatures.
Reviewed By TravelChickSA - Adelaide, Australia
What an amazing museum.... we happened to stop in and have a look on our way home from Sandia Crest Cafe... and it turned out to be the highlight of the day. What an amazing labour of love by Ross over 40 years. Fascinating reflection of entertainment in the turn of the century.. miniature models in such minute detail that there is so much to look at, you don't know what to look at first! The one man band is a beautiful reflection of exquisite craftsmanship that will be lost if not for places like this. Wonderfully preserved by Ross' widow, well worth a stop - we spent nearly an hour wandering through a time capsule of epic proportions.
9. Rainbow Man
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4.5 based on 85 reviews
Art gallery featuring Indian art.
Reviewed By nancya805
We have been visiting Rainbow Man for decades to see the best local folk art (mostly carved & painted wooden animals) plus vintage jewelry of the American Southwest.
10. Canyon Road Contemporary Art
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
Canyon Road Contemporary Art, located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is at 622 Canyon Road. The gallery has served art collectors and enthusiasts for over thirty-seven years.Canyon Road Contemporary Art is an art gallery located in Santa Fe, New Mexico and features collectible contemporary art including paintings, sculpture, mixed media and fused glass.
Reviewed By Explorer08218243820 - New York City, United States
While most of the art focuses on the Native American and Latino/a artists native to the area, many of the gallery have all sorts of art. It’s worth planning a long walk with visits to the many, many galleries even if art purchases are not on your menu. Fascinating.
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