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Agape Southwest Pueblo Pottery
This Old Town gallery is a necessary stop on your quest for a truly original piece of Southwestern Pueblo pottery. Featuring artists from the 19 Pueblos of Northern New Mexico, as well as the Hopi and the Navajo tribes, the selection here is enormous. As you browse through the collection, ask questions. The staff members here are eager to share their knowledge, and you will soon learn the subtle and not-so-subtle nuances that set apart the pottery styles of the various pueblos. The gallery also features Kachinas, jewelry, original paintings and weavings.
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Albuquerque Biological Park (The)
Along the Rio Grande the city of Albuquerque has set aside hundreds of acres for your enjoyment. Albuquerque Museum (The)
You will be drawn in by the feel of the Southwest territory as you stroll about and explore the rich history and art of Albuquerque. Political and military life of days past are remembered in interpretive displays. More than 400 years of religion, folk art and culture are showcased. Permanent displays and traveling exhibits are offered at no charge. A sculpture garden and gift shop is also on site. Parking is free. The City of Albuquerque Cultural Services Department maintains this beautiful, old museum. Admission rates vary according to age. Call for details.
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Altos Golf Course (Los)
See a beautiful view of the Sandia Mountains on a great golf course complete with practice facilities and a restaurant. A par three, nine-hole executive course is on site if your schedule is tight. Need a few pointers to improve your swing, putt or chip shot? Then speak with one of the Professional Golf Association instructors on site.
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Amapola Gallery
This gallery represents a cooperative of local artists that has been in existence since 1980. With such a wide range of talent from which to draw, the gallery is an eclectic mixture of traditional abstract and representational art. Choice pieces of fine art shares space with jewelry, pottery, sculpture, wood carvings, stained glass, weavings, baskets and photography. The gallery space is inside a renovated house that creates intimate, individual rooms.
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American International Rattlesnake Museum
When you walk through the doors of this American Shakespeare Project
This organization trains budding actors from New Mexico and helps them incorporate period dramas in modern works. The troupe of artists trained through this organization together with other artists also stage performances of Shakespeare's plays as well as those of other famous playwrights of his time. These theatrical concerts are held not only in the company's hometown, but in different cities all over America. You can check the website to know the dates of the performances, so in case if they're performing in your town, make sure you don't miss it!
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Anderson-Abruzzo International Balloon Museum
This brand new museum features exhibits chronicling the history of ballooning, with a special focus on Albuquerque's contribution (as "Balloon Capital of the World") to this lighter-than-air art form. Famous history-making balloons are on display, as well as other intriguing exhibits like 19th-century Japanese ballooning outfits, German war-balloons used for bombing operations, and artifacts from the very beginning of hot-air ballooning in the late 18th century. The $20 million museum facility overlooks the field from which balloons take off during the world-renowned annual Balloon Fiesta.
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Arthur Sussman Gallery
This quiet, spacious art gallery is the exclusive domain of sculptor, painter and author Arthur Sussman, whose works reflect the fluid light of 17th Century masters. His wife, Judith, who is at the gallery most days, is also its director. Sussman's paintings are on permanent display in such prestigious locations as the New Mexico Museum of Fine Art in Santa Fe, the Oklahoma Art Center and the Jewish Museum in New York City.
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Casa Rondena Winery
The North Valley is home to many impressive structures, and Casa Rondena is one of the most unique. This Moorish castle encloses a huge wine making operation that produces respected cabernet and sauvignon wines. The winery's Serenade is a fruity, slightly dry dessert wine. Most wines sell for less than $20 a bottle. The owner and wine maker spent 20 years in southern Spain, where he learned his art, and found himself enthralled by the Moorish architecture. Mountains and streams meander across the grounds that are surrounded by the giant cottonwoods of the Rio Grande Bosque.
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Casa San Ysidro: Gutiérrez/Minge House
The descendants of the recipient of a Spanish Land Grant built this house in the 1870s. In 1997, the house was acquired by the Albuquerque Museum, which opened it for tours in 1998. The house itself is an amazing example of Territorial architecture and each room is filled with historic artifacts. Tours are given by reservation only, and only a limited number are given each day. If you are a history buff and have the opportunity to see this piece of New Mexico's past, you will not regret it.
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Chamisa Hills Country Club
This private club opened the Trevino nine-hole course to the public as an experiment to generate revenue to improve the overall condition of the mature course. At present, 27 of the club's 36 holes are open at select hours. The course surrounds several lakes, and has a number of major elevation changes. The Sandia Mountains offer a beautiful backdrop from at least a third of the tee boxes and the New Mexico climate makes year-round golf possible.
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Championship Golf Course at UNM (The)
This golf course is owned and operated by the University of New Mexico and is ranked one of the "Top 25 Public Golf Courses" by Golf Digest Magazine. Locally referred to as UNM South Course, it boasts a great 18-holes, a beginner's 3-hole course and a hilltop driving range with an awesome view of the South Valley. Get a bucket of range balls for USD3-USD10 to practice your tee shot. The course is impeccably manicured and maintained, and has been the site for the Men's 1998 NCAA Finals and several other major tournaments, including PGA and LPGA qualifying events.
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Cliff's Amusement Park
From April to October, this playground is open for the young and the young at heart. It offers more than 23 rides, games of skill, arcade and redemption deals and a variety of great food and gifts. Centrally located in Albuquerque for a convenient playful get away, this place is sure to put a smile on your face and a little extra spring in your step. Call or check website for admission prices.
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Cowboys & Indians
Step from the hot sun of historic Route 66 into this cool, old-fashioned parlor of Indian art and antiques for a browse through western history. Paintings, clothing, memorabilia, textiles and jewelry fill every nook and cranny of this store front gallery. Connections with the past, these showcases hold an outstanding collection of antique dealer's wares, authentic pueblo pottery, Navajo jewelry, Hopi kachina dolls, Navajo textiles and religious art of the west.
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Duck Pond at UNM
If you're looking for a peaceful place to sit or take a quiet stroll, go over to the University of New Mexico campus and enjoy the Duck Pond and bridge, surrounded by serene walking paths. The grassy hills and big boulders make for great rest areas along with several perfect niches to study, read, contemplate, or just kill time at. Ducks, chicks and swans float about this haven year round and are unafraid to waddle up to people for a prospective bread crumb. Through the years this oasis has become a choice spot for photographers to take pictures of weddings, models, families and high school seniors. Open dawn until dark seven days a week.
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Explora Science Center and Children's Museum of Albuquerque
Learn and play at a center that challenges people of all ages and backgrounds, while exploring learning and critical thinking. Explore art, science, technology, culture and fun. The museum contains a collection of over 250 interactive science, technology and art exhibits such as an experiment bar and a high-wire bike and robotics lab. Demonstrations, theater performances and a variety of programs and activities are also offered. The museum store provides a wide array of bilingual and educational items.
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Four Hills Country Club
This mature golf course is part of an established, private country club. The fairways and greens are lined and protected by hardwood and pine trees. The 18-hole, par 72 course plays 6,722 yards. The pro shop is fully-equipped and staffed by a certified PGA professional. A restaurant and lounge are on site to fuel up for a round, or relax over a drink and rehash your great shots. Play for about $55, including a cart, Tuesday through Thursday. The initiation fee is around $38 with a monthly fee of $145.
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Gallery of the Sandias
Hidden among the pines in the East Mountains is the community of Sandia Park. A little known jewel of this community is the Gallery of the Sandias, where you can find a array of art, jewelry, weavings and local crafts. The selection ranges from traditional Nativce American art, to local folk art. Original paintings and signed and numbered prints cover one wall, and the glasss cases are sprinkled with sterling silver and turquoise jewelry. An assortment of African art shares shelf space with locally-crafted wood carvings of cowboys in various dispensations of duty.
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Gruet Winery
From the highly regarded house of Gruet in France to the high desert of New Mexico come some of the best sparkling wines in the country. The award-winning wines enjoy a stellar reputation and are served in dozens of restaurants around the world. Tours through this elegant facility are available. If you need a special place to host an anniversary celebration, wedding reception, birthday, office or Christmas party, give this winery a call and schedule the banquet facility that can hold up to 250 people.
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Hanging Tree Gallery
The walls of this Harwood Art Center
A surprising array of quality artwork greets you in one of four galleries that occupy space in this historic downtown building. But the galleries are only part of this center. In other rooms, workshops for artists are held on subjects like marketing their work, and career strategies. There is a small cafeteria inside and musicians and singers are featured often. Funded through grants and endowments channeled through the University of New Mexico, this art center is a mecca for up and coming artists.
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Hernandez Fine Art & Studio
Fermin Hernandez takes the complex interplay of light, color, and shadow, and turns it into works of "stylized realism", as he describes it. His hand-pulled silk screen, giclée prints, serigraphs, and other works capture his subjects in engaging pastels reminiscent of the New Mexican environment. The new gallery, in Nob Hill, also houses Fermin's studio, where he produces the serigraphs. Stop by and you will probably see an image at some stage of work, whether on the drawing board or in the exciting print stage. The artist will take you on a personal tour of his private space - a must-see for any art lover. The gallery is located just minutes north of the airport, with easy access to I-25 (Santa Fe) and I-40 (Turquoise Trail), making it a great stop for a long layover as well.
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Hinkle Family Fun Center
On the northwest corner of Tramway & Indian School Road, you will discover a whole world of fun and games with something for young and old kids of all ages. This is a clean, modern and well-maintained facility featuring bumper boats and bumper cars. ($5-$10). The amusement games and Kiddy Karts are a crowd pleaser and so is the miniature golf course. If you are feeling sporty, try your hand at Laser Tag and have some laughs with that game of agility and coordination. Group discounts and packages are offered to private and company parties and an ice cream parlor sells goodies and beverages starting at around $1.
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Indian Pueblo Culture Center (The)
The cultural center is owned and operated by the 19 Pueblo Tribes of New Mexico. Visit the museums, galleries and gift shops where more than 305,000 visitors annually experience the culture, art and history of pueblo life. Children are welcome to join hands-on experiences in the Pueblo House Children's Museum. Art and craft workshops, various Indian Rites and many special celebrations and events are planned throughout the year. The Isleta Lakes
Located on the The lakes are owned and operated by the pueblo government, and stocked with rainbow trout. The pueblo has recently added the convenience of a RV campground. More »
Isotopes Park
Designed in true Retro style, this ballpark is home to the Albuquerque Isotopes. Taking design cues from the 1940's and 50's, the park evokes nostalgia of the era. Isotopes Park is one of the best stadiums in minor-league baseball. It does have some flaws here and there, but all-in-all the stadium is on par with other Class AAA facilities.
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J&R Vintage Auto Museum
A passion for vintage and antique automobiles has resulted in a collection of more than 70 cars and trucks. These vehicles range in age from circa 1907-1966. Some are fully restored, while others retain their original paint, upholstery and motor grease. Step through the entrance to the main showroom and you will be swept away to a time when cars came with tool kits and people on cross-country drives wore goggles and brought along their mechanics. The museum also serves as a way station for the Great Race, a coast-to-coast event exclusively for vintage autos.
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Kelly's Brewery
This brewery has rapidly established itself as an Albuquerque favorite. It is located in a stylish old car dealership whose former showroom serves as the tavern. Everything about it drips with nostalgia, but not to the shameless point of reducing it to a cheap tourist attraction. A huge outdoor patio makes for a perfect perch overlooking historic La Luz Trail
If you are up to the challenge of a hike through four life zones, that climbs from 7,080 feet to 10,280 in just under eight miles, La Luz Trail offers you an alpine escape from the concrete jungle. On weekends, the trail is crowded with day hikers, joggers and their pets. The trail switchbacks upward among granite spires, ponderosa pines, and quaking aspens. Near the top, the trail forks. The right fork takes you to Sandia Crest; the left fork terminates at the LodeStar Astronomy Center
Inside this brand-new, high-tech, high-definition video planetarium, you will feel like you are actually beneath the stars as starscapes wheel around you. A motion simulation theater whisks passengers into space on educational journeys to the moon, the planets and beyond. If you want a real look at the stars, a 16-inch telescope housed in a 22-foot dome. Using the telescope, you can photograph the stars, and print your shots to take home.
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Loma Linda Community Center
This community center is the headquarters for the therapeutic recreation division of the City of Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Department. There are a number of activities being held on any given day, such as the adult social programs and aerobics classes, an adventure club, art programs, and teen programs and dances. A schedule of monthly activities can be obtained by calling the center. Prices vary per activity, call for a current list of activities and a rate schedule.
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Maxwell Museum of Anthropology
With more than 1 million curated artifacts, this museum on the University of New Mexico Campus offers one of the most complete records of human history and culture. The museum houses two permanent exhibits. "Ancestors" showcases the four million year history of the evolution of humankind. "People of the Southwest" is an in-depth record of 11,000 years of Southwestern culture. Maxwell collection exhibits as well as traveling exhibits fill the North and Bawden Galleries, offering viewers an ever changing look at the human cultural experience. The museum also offers lectures, tours and performances; many of them, like the museum itself, are free of charge.
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Meteorite Museum
Northrup Hall at the University of New Mexico is better known as the Earth and Planetary Sciences Building. For years, this branch of the university has dedicated itself to researching and teaching about space and its wonders. On the first floor, a wonderful little museum documents the discovery of meteorites that have been found worldwide. The brochure provided for each visitor explains each specimen that is on display, and someone is always available to answer any questions you may have. There is no admission fee.
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Museum of Archaeology and Material Culture
Turn west four miles north of I-40 on Highway 14 to step back in geological time in this museum and gift shop located next to the campgrounds. Follow a 12,000 mile timeline of history written in the natural elements of rock, water and erosion; a fascinating study of constant change that continues even as we experience the beauty of the Sandia Mountains today. Fees vary and group tours are available.
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National Atomic Museum
This place is known as America's official museum of nuclear science and history. A short movie shown every hour features Albert Einstein and the people involved with the development of nuclear science. The world's largest public collection of nuclear weapons is displayed here. Also on display are military aircraft, robotics and nuclear medicine exhibits. Visitors can be shuttled by courtesy van, every half-hour from the Gibson and Wyoming gates of the Air Force Base. A virtual tour is available through the Web site address provided. Admission: USD4 adults, USD4 seniors (55+) and USD4 children (6-17). Children 5 and under are free.
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National Hispanic Cultural Center of New Mexico
This grand, state-of-the-art facility is located in the Rio Grande Valley. Hispano America is proudly represented with contributions to the arts, sciences and humanities. See the joy, passion, pain and perseverance of the local and national Hispanic community brought to light here. The stately architectural style of this site is reminiscent of the Incas and Mayans. The facilities include a 2,500-seat amphitheater, performing arts center, research and literary arts building, plus a 10,000-square-foot visual arts center.
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New Mexico Gunfighters, The
This is a nationally-known award-winning ensemble of want to be gunslingers. They don cowboy apparel and strap on shooting irons and gun each other down several times each Sunday afternoon in New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
Take a walk through time from the big bang through the ice ages in one of the premier natural history museums in the country. Also, discover a great collection of massive dinosaurs while you watch technicians work on actual fossils. You can also experience the Dynamax Theater with its multi-story screen and super sound system. Step into the Time Machine and stop by the Lode Star Center that includes a high-tech, 175-seat theater, telescope and planetarium. The Nature Works store in the museum features a unique inventory of items related to dinosaurs, birds, and various species of animals and scientific gadgets. Admission: USD6 adults. USD5 seniors, USD3 children (3-12).
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NMSU Pan American Center
This 13,000 seat space is located on the scenic campus of the New Mexico State University and is home to the university basketball and volleyball teams. The venue has also played host to several concerts graced by some big names of the music industry like Elton John, Janet Jackson, and George Strait. When in Albuquerque, do check out the schedules at this venue for a fun day with family or friends.
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Old Town
Take a walk through history around Albuquerque's original central plaza, 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 benches and adobe bancos (benches) beckon you to rest in the shade and watch people stroll. Unique items from around the world, as well as those distinctively Southwestern, can be found in more than 100 shops and boutiques.
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Outpost Ice Arena
This long-standing ice arena was the first in the state of New Mexico, and it has recently been remodeled. The arena is open year-round for you to enjoy some time on the ice or in the arcade, grab a bite from the snack bar and do some shopping in the pro shop. The arena hosts figure skating and hockey programs, offers lessons and has public sessions. This is a great family outing, and a good way to beat the summer heat.
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Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club
Ken Dye designed this world class course featuring a forested, 6,500 foot elevation and spectacular views of the Sandia Mountains, the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Santa Fe. This is a new, award-winning course presenting challenges to the most experienced linkster yet also enjoyed by the less competitive player. Five sets of tees are available for all levels of skill. A complete, full service Pro-Shop and restaurant are available too.
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Paradise Hills Golf Club
This 18-hole championship course is one of Albuquerque's finest public courses, specializing in corporate retreats and golf outings. A driving range attracts people interested in improving their accuracy. There are plenty of interesting bunkers, traps and greens for those new to the game and challenging situations for the hot-shot. A restaurant is available offering American and New Mexican fare along with a lounge and banquet facilities. Prices start at $25 for 18 holes, Monday through Thursday and include carts. Play for $30 on Fridays and $37 on weekends and holidays.
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Penfield Gallery of Indian Art
This Petroglyph National Monument
Take a historical hike among 15,000, ancient rock drawings which date back thousands of years (just remember to bring a camera, some comfortable walking shoes and a hat). The 7,100-acre monument contains some of the nation's largest natural displays of prehistoric artwork. Anasazi nomadic hunters etched various drawings and messages onto the black basalt boulders of the escarpment just west of the Rio Grande. This is an adventurous, educational experience. Visitors can take a ranger-guided tour that can last up to two hours or explore various trails on their own. Admission: USD2 weekends, USD1 weekdays.
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Planet Fun
For a good time with or without the kids, check out this fun center and feel like a kid again yourself. The arcade is loaded with high-tech to old-fashion games that will challenge your motor skills. Go nuts with the Laser Tag game or take a spin on the shiny, Looney Tunes-looking Go-Carts. Get lost in the giant play land with one of the virtual reality games or relax and have a slice of pizza and a soda. Prices for games and refreshments start at $1.
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Popejoy Hall Center for the Arts
Albuquerque's largest performing arts facility has been remodeled in recent years and now offers near perfect acoustics on the stage, orchestra pit, mezzanine and balcony. The center features four theaters and an art museum containing five galleries that house a permanent collection of more than 28,000 photographs, paintings, drawings and prints. This center is located in Popejoy Hall on UNM campus, just north of Cornell and Central. Matinee shows and weekend performances vary, call for information.
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Pueblo of Isleta
You will never forget the hospitality of the Pueblo People who are very proud of their ancient heritage. The history of the pueblo dates back hundreds of years, and there are many landmarks that still exist from this earlier time. One of these is Pueblo of Santa Ana
This pueblo dates back at least 500 years, and the people here are proud to share the art, language and architecture they have worked hard to preserve. Spread out over the year is a number of cultural activities and dances that celebrate the ancient agricultural heritage of the Pueblo People, and you are welcome at most of them. The more modern enterprises, which are supported by the tribal government, include the Santa Ana Garden Center, Star Casino, and the Santa Ana Championship Golf Course.
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Putt-Putt Golf & Games
Play one of three whimsical 18-hole golf courses, in increasing degrees of difficulty, or spend a whole afternoon playing all three. Single rounds are $5.50, two courses can be played for $6.50 or all three courses will cost you $7.50. This fun facility offers special rates for birthday, school, office and group parties. With groups of 10 or more, each person pays $6.50 and specials like All You Can Play Mondays are featured regularly.
The ice cream parlor and snack bar are well stocked with plenty of snacks, candy and beverages and an arcade with the latest electronic games will keep you entertained in inclement weather. More »
Rio Grande Botanic Garden
For anyone who appreciates the natural beauty of flowers and plant life, this is a Garden of Eden. The Desert Pavilion features an ultra modern glass conservatory which produces heat filtered, ultra violet rays to allow Xeric species to bloom year round. The Mediterranean Pavilion is home to fragrant plant life and lush walled gardens. The PNM Butterfly Pavilion and butterfly-hummingbird garden are majestic. You will leave feeling like you have come upon your own secret garden. Exhibits explore the phenomenal process of photosynthesis, providing a fascinating kaleidoscope of color.
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Rio Grande Nature Center
A long, underground culvert leads you to the visitor's center where exhibits explain the geology, wildlife and plant life of the area. It is a beautiful place to visit with its walking bridge and cottonwood shaded walkways. This wildlife refuge is situated along the Rio Grande and is a great way to learn about the ecosystem of the Bosque. Take a leisurely stroll, a bike ride or an invigorating hike on one of the walking trails. Cost is $l for adults, children under 6 free, groups .25 cents per each person in a group.
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Rio Grande Zoological Park
With everything from rare and exotic animals to comical and common species, the zoo offers award-winning natural habitat displays of white tigers, polar bears, big cats, great apes and just about everything else that came off Noah's Ark. Feeding times for the sea lion and seals are 10:30am and 3:30pm daily. Do not miss it. Shop for hats, toys, film and gifts in the gift shop, open daily. Snack bars are open and an extensive menu is offered at the Cottonwood Cafe. Catering services are also available for group or corporate events.
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Roosevelt Park
This 13-acre park was built during the Great Depression with funding from then Mayor Clyde Tingley's close friend, President Franklin Roosevelt. The laborers were paid $39 a month and the site was originally a sandy arroyo filled with garbage. Located just east of I-25 and close to UNM, The giant trees in this long standing park offer a well-shaded place to run or walk the trails, plenty of meandering hills present an outstanding playground to roll around, play Frisbee-golf or find a quiet niche to sit in. In the winter, this is an ideal place to go sledding.
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Route 66
Route 66 was commissioned in 1926 and was finished just before World War II. Only parts of the original highway still exist, but there is a great trend to restore and maintain sections of this historic road. In Albuquerque, remnants of an age gone by still cling to life on what is now Central Avenue. You will find the Sandia Peak Ski Area
Just 17 minutes from Albuquerque via the Rates: Adult: All lifts $34 all day. Both morning and afternoon half-day passes are available. In the summer, the ski area continues to operate the chairlifts. Rides start at $5. More »
Sandia Peak Tramway
This tramway lifts you from the Sandia foothills through five natural life zones to the top of the Sandia Mountains, more than 10,000 feet above sea level. Time and terrain seem to move in harmony as passengers scout the rugged canyons and lush forests for bighorn sheep and deer. The tram docks alongside the St. Augustine Mission Church
This mission church was originally built in 1612 as St. Anthony Mission. It was destroyed during the pueblo revolt and rebuilt in 1716. It is one of the oldest of the Spanish missions in the United States. The building is a beautiful and imposing structure, constructed of adobe bricks. Great care has been taken to maintain the structure and it glistens with its yearly coat of white wash. Photographs are not allowed on the Sunshine Building
This is one of the first high-rise buildings built from reinforced concrete. Bright yellow brick veneer gave the building its name, and trademark features like complex, molded concrete corbels identify the architect, Henry C. Trost. Inside, you can ride to the upper floors one of the only attendant-operated elevators in the Southwest. The building houses a theater, which originally screened silent movies and was the most popular theater in town when it was built back in 1924. It has now been converted to a venue for live performances such as theater, dance, and concerts.
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Tecolote Tiles of New Mexico
These tiles have found their way into shops all over the Southwest, but to get a good selection, this Tiguex Park
After a long day of walking around Old Town, touring the New Mexico Museum of Natural History or attending meetings downtown, find a quiet spot under a massive cedar tree in this old park. Sitting between the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and the Albuquerque Museum, this park is spacious enough to host soccer and a friendly game of neighborhood football. There always seems to be a game of hoops taking place on one of the park's four basketball courts.
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Tingley Aquatic Park
Tingley Beach was renovated during 2006. The design and renovation of this well known weekend destination involves an enchanting connection between Tingley Aquatic Park and the South Bio Park. A narrow-gauge railroad links these beautiful areas together, and runs along the Bosque and the legendary Rio Grande. Once known as Tingley Beach, this revamped, regional park encompasses wonderful walkways, piers and a quaint shoreline landscape. Pull out the fishing gear and have a go at the stocked fishing hole free of charge or take some bread crumbs and feed the friendly ducks.
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Tingley Coliseum
Some of the biggest shows in New Mexico are held at the Coliseum including the annual State Fair. An interesting feature of this venue is its retractable performance stage. After say, a musical event, the entire stage can be elevated in to the ceiling, leaving the floor bare for other activities. This proves useful during major events such as the National Team Roping Championships and the International Arabian Horse show. Musical tours that have taken place here have showcased artists from Faith Hill to KISS.
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University Arena/The Pit
University Arena is the home of New Mexico men's and women's basketball. The Pit, which was built in a 37-foot hole on Albuquerque's southeast mesa, is one of college basketball's most famous and recognizable buildings.
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UNM North Golf Course
Check-out this golf course that wraps around the UNM Law School and faces many well known research and medical centers. Since 1942, golfers have enjoyed this first-class, 9-hole course. One of the major attractions of this course is its central location. A snack bar is available and the pro shop staff is helpful and friendly.
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Weems Art Gallery
Located in Weyrich Gallery/The Rare Vision Art Galerie
Weyrich Gallery, The Rare Vision Art Galerie, is a local contemporary fine arts and crafts gallery featuring one-of-a-kind jewelry. The gallery also specializes in the Japanese approach to porcelain and stoneware. You can find fine original prints, paintings, and Southwestern fine art and craft here.
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Whittlesey House (The)
Built in 1903 by Charles Whittlesey, this Norwegian-style log cabin perches on a hill just east of Downtown. The house was sold in 1920 to a couple who opened it to writers and artists who congregated here for the peaceful atmosphere and the view of the Sandia Mountains. Now, the cabin is home to the Albuquerque Press Club, whose members and guests gather before the massive stone fireplace in the great room to discuss current events. Visitors are welcome to visit the building, which is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.
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Wright's Collection of Indian Art
Since 1902, this fine gallery has brought together the best of the classic Native American crafts. The generous choice of woven tapestries from Navajo and Zapote artisans will meet any size or color requirement. Pueblo pottery in natural earth hues and beautiful turquoise hand-crafted jewelry reach a peak in this collection of ornamentation from the southwest. Award-winning sculptor Kathy Whitman, known as Elk Woman, offers the classic simplicity of Colorado Alabaster in creations that catch the spirit of the Land of Enchantment.
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