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Museums & Cultural Centers

in Albuquerque

Expand your perspective and immerse yourself in Albuquerque at these vibrant arts and culture institutions.

Albuquerque Museum

2000 Mountain Rd NW

Showcasing the art, history and culture of Albuquerque and the broader Southwest.

New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science

1801 Mountain Rd NW

Featuring exhibits on dinosaurs, space exploration and the natural history of New Mexico.

Explora Science Center and Children's Museum of Albuquerque

1701 Mountain Rd NW

An interactive, hands-on museum designed to engage visitors of all ages in science, technology and creativity.

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

2401 12th St NW

Celebrating the history, culture and art of New Mexico’s 19 Pueblo communities.

National Hispanic Cultural Center

1701 4th St SW

Dedicated to preserving and promoting Hispanic arts, culture and heritage through exhibits, events and performances.

Gutiérrez-Hubbell House

6029 Isleta Blvd SW

A historic adobe home and cultural center interpreting Spanish, Mexican and American frontier life in New Mexico.

University of New Mexico Art Museum

203 Cornell Dr NE

Featuring a diverse collection of artworks, including contemporary and historic pieces, within an academic setting.

New Mexico Holocaust & Intolerance Museum

616 Central Ave SW

Educating visitors about the Holocaust and other historical instances of intolerance and genocide.

National Museum of Nuclear Science & History

601 Eubank Blvd SE

Exploring the history and impact of nuclear science, from the Manhattan Project to modern energy and medicine.

Turquoise Museum

400 2nd St SW

Showcasing the history, geology and artistry of turquoise through an extensive collection of jewelry and artifacts.

Wheels Museum

110 2nd St SW

Dedicated to Albuquerque’s transportation history, featuring trains, automobiles and aviation exhibits.

Telephone Museum of New Mexico

110 4th St NW

Tracing the evolution of communication technology with historical telephones and switchboards.

American International Rattlesnake Museum

202 San Felipe St NW

Educating visitors on rattlesnakes and their role in the ecosystem with live specimens and exhibits.

Public Art on Route 66: An Itinerary

Albuquerque is one of the world’s richest centers for heritage and visual culture. As the urban center of New Mexico, Albuquerque’s wide building facades and dense streets lend themselves to the continuing traditions of murals. Public art allows for people to express their unique perspective on the history of their neighborhood and to honor the beauty of the location through public decoration. Route 66 in Albuquerque is home to many vibrant murals and sculptures. Public artworks dot the cityscape, becoming one with the street, grabbing your attention and encouraging you to consider your location meaningfully.

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