Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian

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704 Camino Lejo
Santa Fe, NM 87505

The Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian located in Santa Fe NM is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of Native American art and culture. Founded in 1937 the museum features a diverse collection of traditional and contemporary works including textiles pottery and jewelry. Visitors can explore exhibits that highlight the rich history and vibrant traditions of Indigenous peoples making it a vital destination for those interested in understanding and appreciating Native American heritage.

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Daniel W.
3/12/2022

Fantastic museum of contemporary native American art. The jewelry section shows the history of native silversmithing from the mid-1800s with gorgeous examples. The museum's shop, the "trading...

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Tony M.
6/6/2025

This was my first visit to the museum. I learned that it is a private institution, so the annual passes for other museums are not accepted here. They have some interesting permanent exhibits, and...

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Sabrina K.
8/7/2025

The first museum on the hill and it was a private one, very small with a few interesting installations, but one closed off and lots & lots of Native American sterling jewelry. Was told that was a...

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Barbara P.
11/1/2023

When I am in Santa Fe, I love to go to the Museum Hill, where there are several small museums, including the Museum of International Folk Art and the Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian....

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Heather T.
7/1/2023

I really really enjoy a small but mighty museum. The Wheelwright museum is a perfect example of this. They had a special exhibit showcasing Native American art from California communities. Then of...

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