Visitor’s Guide To Santa Fe’s Canyon Road Art Galleries3 min read
Santa Fe’s Canyon Road is home to some of the world’s most exquisite art galleries and pieces of art.
This area is one of few that offers access to an unrelenting density to some of the most acclaimed artists globally!
Now that you know the level of work to admire, don’t get overwhelmed with the dizzying amount of options that are at your fingertips!
Trust me, gallery overload is real and it’s onset can be fast on Canyon Road.
Now that you know, explore this locals gallery guide for exploring Santa Fe’s incredible artists on Canyon Road!
Amazing Galleries on Canyon Road
With more than 80 galleries on Canyon Road in Santa Fe, it can be tough to know where to start. Depending on your preference of artistic style you will not be bored in anyway.
Here’s a starting point of some of the best galleries on Canyon Road you need to experience today!
The Longworth Gallery
The Longworth Gallery is easily my favorite gallery on Canyon Road. Artist Vladimir Kush displays some of the most mind blowing pieces at mind blowing prices.
His genre, Metaphorical Realism, that is self created, is an ode to the visual stories each piece tells. Get in here as soon as you can to enjoy the amazing works of this talented Russian artist.
Sorry no pictures to show, the gallery is a no picture exhibit!
Address: Longworth Gallery 530 &, 532 Canyon Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Prescott Sculpture Gallery
Another one of my favorite galleries on Canyon Road is the Prescott Sculpture Gallery.
The outside Sculpture Gallery features some giant unforgettable moving animal pieces.
Inside visitors will find playful art pieces that require the viewer to engage with the piece to see it’s full beauty.
Other Canyon Rd Galleries To Check Out
Some other galleries that stand out immediately include:
- Gerald Peters Gallery
- Nuart Gallery
- Thornwood Gallery
There are so many more that you will love so don’t forget to see the rest while you’re out there!
Important things to know about exploring Canyon Road
- Parking can be egregious on weekends. Have a plan or choose to walk from your accommodation.
- Highly recommend having a proper Santa Fe Breakfast Burrito before a long day of exploring.
- Canyon Road turns into a one way street, which many drivers seemingly forget.
- There are places to eat and drink there! If you’re getting hot or tired, stop in to one of the options to recharge!
- And remember, you don’t need to see every gallery in one day or one trip!