Albuquerque Museum of Art and History
Albuquerque Museum
A city museum next to Old Town, with art from the American Southwest and Spanish colonial-era armor.
The collection covers modern and contemporary art from New Mexico and the American Southwest, along with 400 years of local history. Spanish colonial armor, weapons, and religious artifacts are a major highlight, and there is an outdoor sculpture garden. The museum also runs historical walking tours of Old Town (seasonal). Located on the north side of Old Town, check the website for free or low-cost open days.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00, closed Mon
Nearby sights
- San Felipe de Neri Church
- Old Town Albuquerque
- American International Rattlesnake Museum
- New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
- Explora Science Center and Children's Museum
- Sawmill Market
- ABQ BioPark Aquarium & Botanic Garden
- Indian Pueblo Cultural Center