Must-see shopping in New Mexico

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    Santa Fe Farmers Market

    Santa Fe

    Local produce, much of it heirloom and organic, is on sale at this spacious indoor-outdoor market, alongside homemade goodies, inexpensive food, natural…

  • Keshi

    Santa Fe

    If you don't have the opportunity to visit the Zuni Pueblo, you'll at least want to visit this exquisite gallery. Specializing in Zuni fetishes (tiny…

  • Blue Rain

    Santa Fe

    This large space in the Railyard district is the top gallery in town representing contemporary Native American and regional artists. There are generally…

  • Tooth of Time Traders

    New Mexico

    Where did this place come from? One minute you're walking around the Philmont Scout Ranch complex looking for signs of life – it's April – when suddenly…

  • Alma General Store & Grill

    New Mexico

    Alma General Store, we like you. Not only do you offer gas, gummy bears, sodas and restrooms on the edge of nowhere, but you're also darn helpful when it…

  • Travel Bug

    Santa Fe

    One of the largest selections of travel books and maps you'll ever find; you can even print topo maps on demand, on waterproof paper. Local travelers,…

  • Steppin' Out

    Taos

    The staff is fantastic at this shoe store and women's clothing boutique, where there always seems to be a sale on a wide selection of its fashionable…

  • Lloyd Studios

    New Mexico

    Candidate for southern New Mexico's most interesting shop. Craftsman William Lloyd fashions art out of antlers and bone, with a special focus on knives…

  • Toadlena Trading Post

    New Mexico

    The villages of Two Grey Hills and Toadlena are famous as the sources of the finest rugs in Navajo country, and many of these world-class artisans sell…

  • Nambé Foundry Outlet

    Santa Fe

    Nambéware, a unique metal alloy that looks like silver without containing silver, lead or pewter, was developed near Nambé, north of Santa Fe, in 1951…

  • Morning Star Gallery

    Santa Fe

    This stunning gallery focuses on historic Plains Indian ephemera, with weavings, jewelry, beadwork, kachina dolls and even original ledger drawings just…

  • Nedra Matteucci Galleries

    Santa Fe

    Works by the Taos Society of Artists are on display at this top gallery, which shows the best work of Joseph Henry Sharp, Ernest Blumenschein and the rest…

  • Milagro Herbs

    Santa Fe

    Created by ethnobotanist Tomas Enos, Milagro Herbs' organic herb-based salves, essential oils, soaps and tinctures have acquired something of a cult…

  • Seret & Sons

    Santa Fe

    Feel like you've stepped into an Asian or Arabian bazaar at this warehouse-like emporium of art and sculpture, overflowing with gorgeous Afghan rugs,…

  • Taos Drums

    Taos

    Touted as the world's largest selection of Native American drums, just south of town. All are handmade by masters from Taos Pueblo and covered with real…

  • Jackalope

    Santa Fe

    Essential pieces of Southwest decor – albeit largely imported from Mexico – can all be yours at this sprawling shop. Start with a cow skull like the ones…

  • Diaz Farms

    New Mexico

    If you're not passing through Hatch, this produce stand is the spot to pick up inexpensive chile ristras, big bags of chile powder (red and green), sacks…

  • El Rincón Trading Post

    Taos

    This shop dates back to the arrival of German trader Ralph Meyers in 1909. Even if you're not looking to buy anything, step into the dusty museum-like…

  • Nathalie

    Santa Fe

    Come to this welcoming store for exquisite cowboy and cowgirl gear, including gemstone-studded gun holsters, handmade leather, denim couture and lingerie…

  • Seconds Ecostore

    Taos

    The pick of several artsy little boutiques in the John Dunn Shops, just north of the Plaza, this quirky store sells all kinds of cool recycled gifts, from…

  • Turquoise Village

    New Mexico

    Originally founded to sell turquoise, silver, coral and other raw materials to local artisans, the shop today has arguably the best collection of locally…

  • Kowboyz

    Santa Fe

    Secondhand shop selling everything you need to cowboy up. Shirts are a great deal; the amazing selection of boots, however, demands top dollar. Movie…

  • Adobe Gallery

    Santa Fe

    This gallery specializes in exquisite 20th-century ceramic pieces from the pueblo pottery renaissance, and also sells rugs, kachinas and other artifacts…

  • Shiprock

    Santa Fe

    In a 2nd-floor loft at the northeast corner of the Plaza, Shiprock has an extraordinary collection of Navajo rugs. Run by a fifth-generation Native…

  • Ellis Tanner Trading Company

    New Mexico

    Just south of town toward Zuni, this long-established store, run by a fourth-generation trader, sells everything from rugs and jewelry to saddles and…

  • Gerald Peters Gallery

    Santa Fe

    Owned by a local restaurant and real-estate tycoon, this gallery, two blocks from Canyon Rd, carries fine art by Southwestern masters including Nicolai…

  • Santisima

    Albuquerque

    Interesting folk-art gallery selling Day of the Dead artifacts and images, some imported from Mexico and some quirky variations by artists including owner…

  • Crownpoint Navajo Rug Auction

    New Mexico

    At the monthly Crownpoint Navajo Rug Auction at the local elementary school you can talk to and buy from the weavers directly. Check the website for dates…

  • Economos/Hampton Galleries

    Santa Fe

    Museums come here to purchase superlative ancient Native American art, pre-Columbian Mexican pieces and much, much more, crammed onto two huge floors…

  • Garcia Street Books

    Santa Fe

    Scavengers are rewarded with excellent bargains as well as the town's best selection of art books, and rarities like the woodblock prints of Willard Clark.

  • Marc Navarro Gallery

    Santa Fe

    Collectors come here to find antique Spanish and Mexican silver jewelry, including pieces studded with onyx and amethysts, as well as contemporary pieces.

  • Gallup Flea Market

    New Mexico

    Stop by every Saturday for Native American arts and crafts and plenty of snacks. Plus cell phone covers! Follow 9th St north, from the other side of I-40.

  • Op Cit Books

    Taos

    Taos' best bookstore carries a fine stock of regional fiction and nonfiction, plus maps and guides, and the friendly staff is always happy to advise.

  • LewAllen Galleries

    Santa Fe

    The most prominent modern contemporary art gallery in town, occupying three stories in the Railyard district, LewAllen also shows modernist masters.

  • Taos Mountain Outfitters

    Taos

    Huge store on the Plaza, selling or renting everything you need to get out and play. The helpful staff can supply hiking info and maps.

  • TAI Modern

    Santa Fe

    Featuring fine bamboo crafts by Japanese masters, along with work by Japanese photographers and textile arts from around the world.

  • Collected Works

    Santa Fe

    Large bookstore close to the Plaza, with a good selection of regional fiction and nonfiction and a spacious coffee bar.

  • Silver Sun

    Albuquerque

    A reputable Old Town store specializing in natural American turquoise – stones as well as finished jewelry.

  • Palms Trading Post

    Albuquerque

    Large gallery where knowledgeable salespeople sell Native American pottery, jewelry, rugs and crafts.

  • IMEC

    Albuquerque

    Just off Central Ave, IMEC displays and sells intriguing jewelry by local craftspeople.