ALBUQUERQUE MUSEUMS, CULTURAL & HISTORICAL CENTERS

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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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Albuquerque Museum of Art & History (Old Town)
Location: Old Town
2000 Mountain Rd. N.W.
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: (505) 243-7255
Fax: (505) 764-6546
Days Open: Tue-Sun
Hours of Operation: 9-5
 Handicap Accessible: Full  Restaurant: Yes
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Tue-Sun 9-5pm. Located in Historic Old Town. Sculpture garden, museum store. Closed Mondays.
Admission: Yes
Credit Cards: Accepted
Miles To Airport: 7

Art of the southwest & 400 years of ABQ history through permanent displays & travelling exhibitions.

Admission is free the first Wednesday of the month & Sundays from 9am-1pm.

American International Rattlesnake Museum (Old Town)
Location: Old Town
202 San Felipe St. N.W.
Ste. A
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: (505) 242-6569
Fax: (505) 242-6569
Days Open: Mon-Sun
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri: Noon-6, Sat: 10-6, Sun: 1-5
 Handicap Accessible: Full
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Open Daily. Dedicated to animal conservation & preservation through education. World's largest collection.
Explora (Old Town)
Location: Old Town
1701 Mountain Rd. N.W.
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: (505) 224-8300
Fax: (505) 224-8350
Days Open: Mon-Sun
Hours of Operation: Mon-Sat: 10-6, Sun: 12-6
 Handicap Accessible: Full
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Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-6. NM's premier hands-on learning center. Activities, exhibits, gift shop.
Credit Cards: Accepted

Historic Old Town
Location: Old Town
2005 North Plaza NW
Albuquerque, NM 87194
Phone: (505) 319-4087
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Take a walk through history around Albuquerque's Old Town, the serene village that has been the focal point of community life since 1706.

Quiet hidden patios, winding brick paths, gardens and balconies are waiting to be discovered. Wrought iron and adobe benches beckon you to rest in the shade and watch people stroll by. Visit historic San Felipe de Neri Church and relax in the Rose Garden.

Shopping in Old Town is a truly delightful experience. Unique items from around the world, as well as those that are distinctly Southwestern, can be found in more than 150 shops, boutiques, galleries and artist studios.

When in New Mexico - Eat like New Mexicans! Try delightful chile dishes which evolved from a combination of Indian and Spanish recipes, or enjoy one of the many restaurants featuring everything from the All-American hamburger to fine Continental cuisine.

For almost three centuries Old Town has been the crossroads of the Southwest. It is a Historical Zone of the City of Albuquerque and home for many families whose ancestors founded the town.

Lockheed Martin DynaTheater @ The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
Location: Old Town
1801 Mountain Rd. N.W.
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: (505) 841-2800
Toll Free: (505)
Fax: (505) 505-8415
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Take in a giant screen film experience in the five-story Lockheed Martin DynaTheater, Albuquerque's only giant screen theater. Digital surround sound. Adults $7; Seniors (60+) $6; Children (3-12) $4. Combo tickets and group pricing also available.
Admission: Adults $7; Seniors (60+) $6; Children (3-12) $4

New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (Old Town)
Location: Old Town
1801 Mountain Rd. N.W .
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: (505) 841-2800
Toll Free: (866) NMD-INOS
Fax: (505) 841-2866
Days Open: Mon-Sun
Hours of Operation: 9-5
 Handicap Accessible: Full  Restaurant: Yes
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Lots of dinosaurs! Lodestar Astronomy Center.
Admission: $7.00 Adults, $6.00 Seniors, $4.00 Children
Credit Cards: Accepted
Miles To Airport: 8

An innovative, hands-on experience that explores NM's unique natural history. Experience its origins, dinosaurs, & ancient seacoasts. Walk through a "live" volcano! Meet the 30-ton, 110-ft long Seismosaurus, the world's largest dinosaur.

Visit our Naturalist Center, the hands-on educations experience for "kids" of all ages. Watch films on The Lockheed Martin DynaTheater's 50-ft screen.

The Planetarium @ The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
Location: Old Town
1801 Mountain Rd. N.W.
Albuquerque, NM 87104-1375
Phone: (505) 841-2800
Fax: (505) 841-5999
Days Open: Mon-Sun
Hours of Operation: 9-5
 Reservations: Yes  Handicap Accessible: Full
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Planetarium theater. Astronomy exhibits. Virtual Voyages Motion Simulator. Observatory.
Total Meeting Space (Sq. Ft.): 200
Credit Cards: Accepted

Turquoise Museum (Old Town)
Location: Old Town
2107 Central Ave NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: (505) 247-8650
Fax: (505) 247-8765
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Learn everything about turquoise, mines, history, lapidary, consumer education.
Credit Cards: Accepted

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