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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The University of New Mexico Art Museum is a free public space that aims to inspire visitors through its impressive collection of artwork. The Museum has been collecting art for over 60 years and now holds the most extensive collection of artwork in New Mexico. The Museum also hosts exhibitions featuring contemporary artists and offers workshops for visitors to create their art. The Museum's collection has gained recognition for its photography and printmaking sections. The Museum's director established the university's photography collection. Today, the collection houses a diverse assortment of images spanning nearly two centuries of photography.
Saddle up for an unforgettable Western-themed nightlife experience at The Dirty Bourbon Dance Hall & Saloon in Albuquerque. With the only mechanical bull in town and a 1,300-square-foot dance floor, you can two-step to live music or test your skills on the bull. If you do not like dancing, you can enjoy a pool or shuffleboard game. The bar has two massive 53-foot main bars, and the staff wears old-fashioned costumes that add to the traditional Western atmosphere. The nightly drink specials and live bands will keep you entertained while you soak up The Dirty Bourbon's unique ambiance.
Visit the Ice Cave and Bandera Volcano, "The Land of Fire and Ice," on the Continental Divide. Walk through ancient lava trails into the cave and volcanic rim. The cave's natural ice layers illuminate the arctic algae. See the best examples of volcanic eruption in the country and explore the historic Ice Caves Trading Post. The trading post features ancient artifacts, local art, and a museum of artifacts recovered from the surrounding areas. There's a rock shop and souvenirs available for sale. Enjoy a cozy dining room and two trails from the Trading Post's front.