PENASCO MUSEUM

ALBUQUERQUE, NM

Peñasco Museum is a small but fascinating museum located in the town of Peñasco, New Mexico, around 75 miles north of Albuquerque. The museum is housed in an old adobe building that dates back to the 1800s and was previously used as a schoolhouse. The museum showcases the cultural and historical heritage of the Peñasco Valley and surrounding areas.

The museum's exhibits cover a range of topics, including the local geology and ecology, the area's Native American history and culture, and the Spanish colonial period. There are also displays on the region's ranching and farming traditions, as well as its more recent history, including the impact of the railroad on the area and the development of the nearby Taos Ski Valley.

One of the highlights of the museum is its collection of vintage photographs, which offer a glimpse into life in the Peñasco Valley in the early 20th century. Visitors can also see traditional tools and crafts, such as looms and weaving equipment, and learn about the region's famous Chimayó peppers.

Overall, the Peñasco Museum is a charming and informative destination that offers a unique insight into the history and culture of northern New Mexico.

PENASCO MUSEUM is a Art Museum in ALBUQUERQUE NM. US MID #8403500097

The museum is classed as ART (Art Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Close

Contact PENASCO MUSEUM

THE PENASCO MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY
2211 CLEOPATRA PL NE
ALBUQUERQUE
NM
87112

Find more ALBUQUERQUE NM Museums

Map of THE PENASCO MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY

PENASCO MUSEUM Information