Gallup Cultural Center

Mullen Teodoro

2024-04

Gallup Cultural CenterRoute 66 Gallup, New MexicoMost of the time, when we visit Gallup, New Mexico, we only spend the night. Usually we arrive in Gallup in the evening. During our travels we visited several places, such as the Historic El Rancho Hotel, which we have had dinner several times. During our visits, there is one place that has always peeked our interest, The Gallup Cultural Center. This trip we decided to visit before leaving the town.The Gallup Cultural Center is located in the Historic Santa Fe Depot, and the center was created in 1996 by the Southwest Indian Foundation. It was created to show the culture and history of Native American tribes near and in Gallup, New Mexico. The Cultural Center has a public square where people from the community, school children, and visitors can use it as a place for forums, lectures, and other different events.The museum is located on the second floor of this historic building. The museum was quite impressive with many historical aspects and displays of the Native American culture from this area and neighboring areas. Looking through all the past and present photos, pottery, artwork, and sculptures was a great experience, and we both learned more about the culture and arts. There is also a small theater decorated with Route 66 motif. Here at the museum, you will also find exhibits on Gallup's Route 66 history. The museum itself is beautiful and easy to walk around to look at all the beautiful exhibits and artwork.The Cultural Center also offers visitors a great place to dine, which is Angela's Cafe. Yes, the food was delicious and the service was fantastic. The center also offers a great bakery called The Juniper Bakery. The desserts were delicious, especially the Blue Corn Cookies and macaroons. We also met the owner, and she was great, and so were the other staff members. If you want a delicious lunch that is light, fresh, and flavorful, then I would definitely suggest Angela's Cafe. We had a fantastic experience at both the cafe and bakery.Every staff member we met was all friendly and informative. This shows excellent guest service to their visitors.This cultural center is a place where visitors to Gallup should visit. It's a beautiful place with a great museum, a fantastic cafe, and a wonderful bakery. We learned so much about the heritage, culture, and arts of Native Americans. I will admit we both have been fascinated by culture and history. We definitely will visit again when we are in Gallup, New Mexico.

Sun Child

2024-05

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Linda Suskie

2023-05

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Fred Scholtz

2023-09

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Dee Anderson

2023-05

We were honored to learn the history of Gallup and the Navajo culture with Terrie at the Gallup Cultural Center. Her commitment and heart were so evident. If you are in the area you must stop by; you will be inspired. We returned in the evening to watch the Zuni Dance group perform!

Sherma P.

2023-11

A sorry if a catch-all location for restaurant, bakery, giftshopping, trainspotting, and a Navajo Code Taller exhibit. Santa Fe retail car up front, statue of a Marine, and a plaque honoring author of the book 'Sagebrush Lawyer'. An old defunct Amtrak station too. Interesting place, zero points for customer service. Visit for your own joy.

Krystalena Campos

2023-05

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Levi Ervin

2021-05

Wanted to visit but the inside was temporarily closed but we enjoyed the statues out front. Next time we are out this way from Oklahoma we will hopefully get to visit.

Michael Sekiya

2023-12

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Debbie Geady

2023-11

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Tia MY

2019-05

Small museum with some interesting pieces/displays (located upstairs). It is worth the visit. It only takes 20-30 minutes to walk through. Would recommend to anyone, especially if you're new to the area and have an interest in learning a little bit about the native cultures around here. There is no entry fee to visit, but there are donation boxes located throughout. They sometimes host art from local youth art contests too.

Jeannette Pepin

2022-05

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Elise Moore

2019-05

Great info plaques in parking lot don't miss that. Go inside train depot, elevator on right, go to second floor and turn left. Really worth 30 minutes. Learned a lot. Displays are new and information is good.

Rich M

2018-05

This is worth doing if you are in the area. Like a lot of the cultural museums in this part of the US, it generally covers Native American culture. There is a music store downstairs along with a restaurant. Upstairs houses 3 separate exhibits, with the 3rd one being more of a space for local talent shows or meetings. No fee to get in, but each section sports a donation box.

Duckie Wardick

2019-05

Great stop for stretching legs. Only takes 15 to 20 minutes to view the small museum. It's upstairs (elevator) at train station. Easy to find. Lots of parking.

Shellie MOrRIs

2019-05

Very nice place for parties or wedding events, however is on second floor, would be difficult for older people who can't walk upstairs, has a flight of stairs to climb and not suitable for wheelchair bound. Also next to a train station. Train noise might be an issue, however a lovely place. Also in central area of Gallup on historic 66.

Michael & Virginia Harwell

2023-05

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Karen Pustejovsky

2023-06

The Code Talkers Museum upstairs is outstanding! Be sure and ask for the video to be played.

SJ Vogel

2020-05

Went to visit today, found the doors locked. No signs indicating when they are open. This was a saturday, but google maps indicated that they are open on saturdays. No information on the website, other than a phone number of a foundation to call for hours. Called the number, there's no message, no information, just goes to voicemail. Not very visitor friendly. Too bad, would have liked to see the museum inside.

Jay Deesin

2020-05

My 6 yr old daughter loved this museum. The man that works at the counter is super helpful and friendly. I recommend coming here if you visit New Mexico. Great place.

Katherine Johnson

2023-05

Was a great place to have our meeting. Lunch at the cafe was delicious...staff were wonderful

Tracy Lassiter

2023-05

The Storyteller Museum and curators are great! Refurbished space and so informative.

pilar troncoso

2018-05

Lot has change here now you see more natives here than ever which is good in Indian country home of redman,red Rocks ,red sand,redwood forest is very very beautiful landscape it salf great, lake's!!.

Thomas Smith

2021-05

Closed. The skateboard guy opens it up a half hour before the train comes. Not before it's scheduled, but a half hour before it arrives. So check the internet or call Amtrak to see when it arrives. In all, sort of a strange, deserted train station

Linda Jack

2017-05

Loved to see and hear about. Their past...their art work is wonderful and the sand script was intriqing..wish I could learned more.

Toni Pinedo RN

2019-05

I love this place the music teacher charlsie rocks and we love art therapy and music

Francisco Grenot

2019-05

Was a very.very nice to sharing those moments with ever one in the cultural center.lot of beautiful drowning and photos.AMEN.

Eric Martinez

2023-05

I'm sure it's nice I just don't go,

Mr. Native

2023-05

Heard it had gud coffee ☕️. So not much on other things.

Carl Phillips

2017-05

Great place to learn about the local culture and some of the history of the most patriotic city in America!