Turquoise Museum Visit

Overview

Visiting the Turquoise Museum is an incredible way to learn about turquoise. walk through grand halls of The Turquoise Castle, and see some of the rarest and most collectible pieces of turquoise and turquoise art in the WORLD!

City: Albuquerque

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $21.00

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $21.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

All Fees and Taxes

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Meeting point

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Albuquerque
400 2nd St SW

When you arrive, provide the name on the booking in the gift shop, they will provide you with wristbands to enter the Turquoise Castle, Home of the Turquoise Museum.

Please remember to bring your headphone and smartphone to participate in video tours.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Turquoise Museum

View some of the world’s rarest and most collectible pieces of turquoise and turquoise jewelry.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (107)

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C1138EZstephanieg

Dec 2019

Not only is there all kinds of information, but you are also let in on some of the stories of the characters in the US's turquoise history. Lots of great hands-on opportunities. And, all of this in such a cool space! Plus the staff is super friendly and helpful and the coffee shop has amazing treats!

Response from Host

Dec 2019

Thanks for coming, I am glad you enjoyed your visit

MonkeyMomNewMexico

Dec 2019

Beautiful and educational for all ages. Stunning grounds and antiques make the perfect setting to display amazing turquoise from around the world. Cafe, gift shop and museum are a perfect way to spend an afternoon. A true gem in our city. Brought the family for their Christmas event and will be back again soon.

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Thanks for taking the time to write a review. We are glad you enjoyed our Christmas celebration, come by the cafe for lunch sometime.

Norman G

Nov 2019

Picture your first Albuquerque experience-- i.e. you head off to Old Town to peruse the abundant displays of gorgeous turquoise (all at 50% discount) and come away from the experience, assuming you are not scammed in the process, totally bewildered. You must, then, (absolutely you must) go to the Turquoise Museum and sit at the feet of the proprietor and maestro Joe-Don Lowry of the Turquoise Museum who will regale you with wondrous turquoise stories from around the world and tease you with the romance, mystery, and "truth" of the turquoise-world. Most importantly, you will learn to ask the right questions when confronting your next encounter with the turquoise mafia attempting to sell you on something you really don't understand. The questions: Color, Matrix, and Mine. But don't be bamboozled by "natural" vs "stabilized." It's the C-M-M (minus getting hung up on "N" vs "S") mantra that will make all the difference in your Southwest adventure. And oh by the way, you then get to tour the quite amazing mansion (American Nouveau French chateau style) that house a fascinating and educationally substantive display of turquoise, And by the way, the cafe in connection with the museum makes terrific soups and equally great sandwiches (get the half sandwich and soup special). You owe it to yourself to make this a crucial experience while in Albuquerque.

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Hi Norman, Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are so glad you enjoyed your visit to the museum and talking with our curator Joe Dan. Thanks for visiting, come back and see us soon