I'd suggest visiting the downstairs first. When we were there, there was an art exhibit upstairs....would have understood much more if we had seen the tribal exhibits first. Make time to watch the videos. Black pottery is much more interesting when you realize all that goes into making it and making it shiny. The tribal elders talking about keeping the... More

Wonderful overview of the history of the Pueblos in New Mexico. This museum puts a perspective on the 400+ year history and the many conflicts (atrocities) endured by the natives during the European explorations of "the new world".

We really enjoyed the exhibits (there were so many different displays, from historical to the arts and fashion and stuff for kids to interact with), but I'd go back just to enjoy lunch at the cafe. The food tasted real, like someone made it with care. Great soups and frybreads.

If you can be there on a weekend there are native pueblo people dancing in the courtyard. They are quite talented, and interesting to talk to. We were fortunate to be there on a special gathering weekend, with people from various Pueblos attending. The exhibits are also interesting.

This wonderful place is a must see if you are in the Southwest. The restaurant alone is outstanding in every way. The museum displays all authentic Pueblo crafts and life ways in an easy to follow semi circular building. If you get there are the right time, there outside events, but you should find out ahead of time. The gift... More

A must-see hen visiting ABQ. The museum alone feeds the soul but the restaurant has delicious Native American dishes. Highly recommend the fry bread and blue corn pancakes.

The center challenges you to take an hour our of your day to really understand, at a superficial level perhaps given the richness of the exhibit and the time available, the real culture as opposed to what seems to me, in retrospect, the touristic impression that abounds elsewhere in Albuquerque. The center is well laid out and blends the history... More

If you're visiting New Mexico or Albuquerque and have any interest at all in the Pueblo Indian culture or Native American history, this is a "must see" introduction! The building is modeled on one of the structures at Chaco Canyon. The Federal laws exhibit is just an eye-opening education in itself. Do take some time in the entry foyer to... More

We went there and first ate lunch at the restaurant in the terraza. Food was pretty good and fried bread was delicious. Service was courteous and fast. After that we watched some indian dances that were amazing !! we really enjoy our visit and would highly recommend a visit.