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Visiting Albuquerque museums and the city’s cultural and historic centers offers a fun and fascinating look at the history that shaped New Mexico and the blend of cultures that makes this area so unique. For an introduction to New Mexico’s 19 Pueblos, be sure to visit the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center which offers information and resources on Native American culture, history and art. If you’re interested in the area’s Spanish heritage, don’t miss the National Hispanic Cultural Center where you can learn about the Day of the Dead traditions, see world-class flamenco performances and enjoy other cultural events. Albuquerque’s Museum of Art and History has exhibits on the city’s origins as a Spanish colonial village, which will give you a whole new perspective on our city. The Albuquerque Museum of Art and History also includes artworks in all traditions, from the works of indigenous peoples to Spanish colonial art to cutting-edge modern installations. Albuquerque history and science museums are easy to find with this online museum and cultural city guide.

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Maxwell Museum of Anthropology
Location: Midtown/University
Maxwell Museum
University of NM Campus
Albuquerque, NM 87131
Phone: (505) 277-4405
Fax: (505) 277-1547
Days Open: Tue-Sat
Hours of Operation: Tue-Fri: 9-4, Sat: 10-4
 Handicap Accessible: Full
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One of the nation's finest anthropology museums, the Maxwell Museum offers exhibits and programs relating to cultures around the world, with a special emphasis on the cultural heritage of the Southwest.
Credit Cards: Yes
Miles To Airport: 2

Admission is free, donations are welcome. The museum is located on the campus of the University of New Mexico, east of University Blvd, between Las Lomas and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.


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