Albuquerque Museum
Albuquerque, NM
One of the leading museums in the American Southwest, the Albuquerque Museum has enchanted and educated visitors for almost 60 years. Housed in a pueblo-style building in Albuquerque’s Old Town, the museum is dedicated to showcasing New Mexico’s art, history, and culture. It also has a sculpture gallery, plus both temporary and permanent exhibitions.
The basics
The Albuquerque Museum is a family-friendly destination that’s easy to discover independently. After buying tickets—you can get them online in advance—head to its several permanent galleries: Common Ground: Art in New Mexico showcases works from the museum’s collection, while Only in Albuquerque captures the history of New Mexico’s biggest city.
After that, it’s worth discovering the museum’s changing range of temporary exhibitions, as well as wandering in the adjacent Sculpture Garden, which features more than 50 works from some of the Southwest’s leading artists. The museum also hosts a range of special events, such as collection tours, workshops, lectures, and performances, so it’s worth researching its calendar before you visit.
Things to know before you go
- The museum is accessible to wheelchair users.
- Food and drink is not permitted in the galleries, although the museum does operate an on-site café.
- There is a museum shop stocking souvenirs and artworks.
- You can store backpacks and other bulky items in on-site lockers.
- Sketching and non-flash photography are welcome in the galleries.
- Kids, seniors, and New Mexico residents all receive discounted entry, while children 3 years and under visit for free.
How to get there
The Albuquerque Museum is located at 2000 Mountain Road NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, in the city’s Old Town neighborhood. Several bus lines, including the 66, 766, and 777 serve the area, and the museum is just a couple minutes off Interstate 40. Free parking is offered on-site for up to three hours.
When to get there
The Albuquerque Museum is open every day except Mondays, typically from 9am to 5pm. There is free admission on Sundays and on the first Wednesday of every month, while it tends to be busiest during weekends and school holidays.
Casa San Ysidro
After exploring the Albuquerque Museum, it’s worth dropping by its satellite location, The Casa San Ysidro: Gutiérrez/Minge House. Located just north of Albuquerque in Corrales, this historic property showcases a collection of furniture, art, jewelry, pottery, photographs, and more.
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