Albuquerque Collection
Art, Artists & Local Finds
A painting you keep thinking about. A handmade bowl. A piece of silver with a story. Discover galleries, artist studios and markets across Albuquerque and the surrounding villages, with opportunities to meet the people behind the work.
Exhibitions, market schedules and studio access change. Check each venue’s website before visiting.
Old Town, Albuquerque
The Silver Artichoke
Gallery
Native-owned gallery founded by fourth-generation Navajo silversmith Nicholas Jackson, featuring his jewelry and a curated selection of work by other Native American artists.
Yucca Art Gallery
Gallery
An artist cooperative tucked into Old Town’s Patio Market, featuring local paintings, pottery, jewelry, weaving, photography and more.
Amapola Gallery
Gallery
A New Mexico artist cooperative on the plaza, with paintings, ceramics, glass, jewelry, textiles and photography.
Lapis Room
Gallery
Contemporary Southwestern art in Plaza Don Luis, with a connection to Noisy Water Winery’s adjoining tasting room.
Ghostwolf Gallery
Gallery
An independent gallery in Old Town’s Patio Market featuring contemporary art by New Mexico artists.
The Albuquerque Photographers’ Gallery
Gallery
A cooperative gallery dedicated to contemporary fine-art photography by local photographers.
Downtown, Albuquerque
Richard Levy Gallery
Gallery
A contemporary art gallery showcasing emerging and established regional, national, and international artists. A downtown destination for discovering painting, photography, sculpture, and other contemporary work.
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Nob Hill, Albuquerque
Mariposa Gallery
Gallery
A long-standing Nob Hill gallery featuring contemporary craft, ceramics, jewelry and art.
UNM Area, Albuquerque
Tamarind Institute
Gallery
An internationally renowned fine art lithography workshop and gallery affiliated with the University of New Mexico. Discover original prints and exhibitions that offer a closer look at the art of printmaking.
Wells Park, Albuquerque
Factory on 5th Art Space
Gallery / Art Space
A converted warehouse housing artist studios and gallery spaces, offering a glimpse into Albuquerque’s working art community.
Check current exhibitions and public access before visiting.
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Los Ranchos
Los Ranchos Art Market
Art Market
Meet local makers and browse paintings, pottery, jewelry, textiles, glass and other handmade work in a relaxed village setting.
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Corrales
Casa Perea Art Space & Pachamama
Gallery / Art Space
A historic adobe art space and gallery pairing, with Spanish Colonial antiques and Latin American art. Its broader regional focus adds another perspective to the collection.
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Corrales Bosque Gallery
Gallery
An artist-owned gallery featuring local painting, photography, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry and other media.
Corrales Fine Arts
Gallery
A small gallery and studio featuring local paintings, glass, ceramics and other handcrafted work.
Corrales Art Studio Tour
Studio Tour
An annual opportunity to explore working studios, meet artists and discover art throughout the village.
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Rio Rancho
Artists of Mariposa
Artist Community
A Rio Rancho artist community working in painting, ceramics, jewelry, metal, fiber and other media. Follow its announcements for exhibitions and studio activities.
Visits depend on announced events. Separate from Mariposa Gallery in Nob Hill.
Placitas
Wild Hearts Gallery
Gallery
An artist collective featuring painting, sculpture, pottery, photography, jewelry, glass, fiber and other original work.
Placitas Studio Tour
Studio Tour
An annual opportunity to explore the village’s working studios and meet the artists who create there.
Placitas Community Library Art Exhibitions
Exhibition Space
A community exhibition space with changing art displays, including the Placitas Studio Tour preview exhibition.
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Placitas Holiday Market
Art Market
A seasonal market across multiple village locations, featuring art, crafts and handmade finds.
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