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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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Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Location: North Valley / Los Ranchos / Corrales
2401 12th Street, NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: (505) 843-7270
Toll Free: (866) 855-7902
Fax: (505) 842-6959
Days Open: Mon-Sun
Hours of Operation: 9:00-5:00
 Reservations: Yes  Handicap Accessible: Full  Restaurant: Yes
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Our mission is "To preserve and perpetuate Pueblo culture and to advance understanding by presenting with dignity and respect, the accomplishments and evolving history of the Pueblo people of New Mexico."
Total Meeting Space (Sq. Ft.): 400
Credit Cards: Accepted
Miles To Airport: 10

The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is known for presenting each weekend, 52 weeks out of the year, traditional Native American Indian dance performances and guest Art Demonstrators, many of whom are award-winning at major Native American art shows across the country.

We feature changing exhibitions of art, food, culture, history, and current affairs of the Pueblo people and other tribes.


Jemez Valley Business Association
Location: Neighboring Communities: North of Albuquerque
P.O. Box 28
Jemez Springs, NM 87025
Phone: (575) 829-3926
Fax: (505) 299-4253
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The Jemez Mountain Trail offers incredible beauty & warm hospitality.

KiMo Theatre
Location: Downtown
423 Central Ave NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: (505) 768-3522
Fax: (505) 768-3542
Days Open: Tue-Sat (Closed City Holidays)
Hours of Operation: Tue-Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm, Sat: 11am-5pm
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The Kimo Theatre opened on September 19, 1927 as a Pueblo-Deco picture palace; the same year as the first "talkie" opened to moviegoers across the country.

The architecture of this remarkable theater fuses the spirit of the Southwest Indian cultures with modern art elements that were popular in the 1920s & 1930s. Fully renovated & restored, with a 650-seat capacity, 21st Century theatergoers may enjoy the finest in live theater, dance, musical performance & film year round in an intimate & lush setting.

In addition to performing arts, tours may be arranged for individuals or groups. For event schedule, ticket information & educational programs, check out our website.


Living Wildlife Museum - Wildlife West Nature Park
Location: Neighboring Communities: East Mountains
87 N Frontage Rd
Edgewood, NM 87015
Phone: (505) 281-7655
Toll Free: (877) 981-9453
Fax: (505) 281-7170
Days Open: Daily
Hours of Operation: Winter: 12-4 pm Summer: 10-6 pm
 Handicap Accessible: Full
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Nature park with 24 species of native rescued wildlife-experience up-close mountain lions, endangered Mexican wolves, bobcat, fox pronghorn, javelina, raptors & more.
Admission: Yes
Credit Cards: Accepted
Motorcoach/RV Parking: Yes
Miles To Airport: 25

Our 122-acre wildlife refuge features wetlands, animals in their natural habitat, wild bird walk & educational tours.

Enjoy Bluegrass concerts, chuckwagon dinners & live Western music.

Enroll in Junior Zoo Keeper's Camp, Bird Handling or Wildlife Mural Painting Classes.

Awesome private party facilities& overnight wildlife adventures. Fun for the entire family! Just off I-40 approximately 20 mi east of ABQ.


National Atomic Museum (Old Town)
Location: Old Town
1905 Mountain Road, NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: (505) 245-2137
Fax: (505) 242-4537
Days Open: Daily
Hours of Operation: 9-5
 Handicap Accessible: Full
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Museum of nuclear science & history, weapons & peaceful uses of technology.
Total Meeting Space (Sq. Ft.): 600
Credit Cards: Accepted
Miles To Airport: 8

National Hispanic Cultural Center
Location: Barelas/South Valley
1701 4th Street, SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: (505) 246-2261
Fax: (505) 246-2613
Days Open: Tue-Sun
Hours of Operation: 10-5
 Handicap Accessible: Full  Restaurant: Yes
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A world-class center for Hispanic arts and culture featuring an art museum, a state-of-the art performing arts complex, a library and genealogy center, a restaurant and gift shop.
Total Meeting Space (Sq. Ft.): 219,000
Admission: $3 Adults, $2 Seniros, 16 & Under Free
Credit Cards: Accepted
Miles To Airport: 3

Enjoy art exhibitions throughout the year and celebrate Hispanic traditions through various festivals and celebrations including Cinco de Mayo and Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead). The Center’s facilities are also available throughout the year for private and corporate events. The NHCC is part of the Department of Cultural Affairs.


New Mexico Holocaust & Intolerance Museum
Location: Downtown
415 Central Avenue, NW
(Next to the KiMo Theatre)
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: (505) 247-0606
Fax: (505) 323-3946
Days Open: Tues-Sat
Hours of Operation: 11-3:30
 Handicap Accessible: Full
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The mission of the museum is to combat hate and intolerance through education. Exhibits illustrate historical conflicts caused by prejudice. They include the Holocaust, the Armenian and Greek genocides, the inhumane treatment of Native Americans and slavery in the United States.
Credit Cards: Accepted

New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (Old Town)
Location: Old Town
1801 Mountain Road, NW
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.


New Mexico Veterans Memorial
Location: Airport
1100 Louisiana Blvd SE
Albuquerque, NM 87108
Phone: (505) 256-2042
Fax: (505) 294-6617
Days Open: Fri-Mon
Hours of Operation: 9-3
 Reservations: Yes
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The NM Veterans Memorial, amphitheatre & museum evoke memories for all veterans - from the moment of their decision to serve until their return home.

Special celebrations on Memorial Day, MIA Recognition Day, POW Recognition Day & Veterans Day.

A memorial & museum near Kirtland Air Force Base. Open to all interested in Sharing in the Veterans experience. Facilities include visitors center, museum, outdoor amphitheatre & memorial rose garden.

Facilities available to rent for special events (reunions, celebrations, etc). Catering is available.

Memberships & memorial gift opportunities available.

The memorial is open to all & is located at 1100 Louisiana SE near the Gibson Gate to Kirtland Air Force Base.

Contact us to book a reunion, wedding or event:

Write PO Box 8389, Albuquerque, NM 87198-8389

Call 505-256-2042

Email us at info@nmvetsmemorial.org


Nob Hill Business Association
Location: Historic Nob Hill
2118 Central Avenue, SE
PMB 66
Albuquerque, NM 87106
Phone: (505) 265-0433
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Historic shopping & dining district. On Route 66 from Girard to Washington; Lomas to Silver.

Slow down and smell the coffee...and fresh roses, bagels, lavender soaps, roasted chile, massage oils and old books.

Dine-in on gourmet meals, take out fast food, take in a show. Have your tires changed, dresses fitted, checks cashed, neck adjusted, pictures framed, boots repaired, and anything pierced.

Find gifts and necessities in hundreds of local businesses with great style and personal service. Spend a few hours, a few days, or a few years....but don't miss the delights of shopping the Nob Hill & Highland business districts in person.


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