The museum exhibits artifacts recovered from the 11th century pueblo, which is accessed by a self-guided interpretive trail. The national register site was excavated in the 1970's by professional archeologists exposing the fabulous architecture of the Chaco Culture, which flourished in the region, AD 850 to 1130.

In addition, the Museum features the Salmon Family's pioneer homestead and Heritage Park, a series of replica habitations, establishing a "Time-Line" of cultures of the 4-Corners. Museum staff also provides professional tours to Chaco Canyon, Navato Pueblitos, and Rockart. Special tours for large groups and custom programs are available. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8-5; Saturday/Sunday, 9-5; Sunday Winter Hours (November to April), 12-5, Information; 505-632-2013; E-mail; SREDUCATION@SISMA.COM; www.salmonruins.com.

The oldest continuously inhabited community in North America, the mesa-top village is known worldwide for its unique art and profoundly rich culture. In November 2006, USA Today named Sky City a top ten “Great Place to Honor American Indian Life.”

The stunning pottery of Acoma, coveted around the world, is available directly from the artists on the mesa. The newly opened Sky City Cultural Center and Haak’u Museum is a 40,000-square-foot, world-class facility dedicated to the display and preservation of Acoma art, history and culture. Both the Mission and the Pueblo are Registered National Historical Landmarks. Sky City Cultural Center is located 18 miles south of Sky City Casino Hotel (Interstate 40, Exit 102).

Exhibitions feature works by established and emerging Native American artists and photographers.Current exhibitions include: From the Railroad to Route 66: The Native American Curio Trade in New Mexico (through April 19, 2009) as well as Playing Cards of the Apaches and Navajo Pictorial Textiles (through November 2, 2008).The Case Trading Post Museum Shop hosts ongoing events by featured artists and sells an array of jewelry, baskets, folk art, pottery, and weavings.

Free admission. Donations appreciated.

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.