Elaine Ritchel is an art historian with attitude…read more Nobody knows the Santa Fe art scene like she does. A tour with this company is intimate, family-oriented, and worth your while. You'll leave with a lot of new information.

My group of four booked a private Canyon Road Art Tour with our guide Mary, and I'm so glad we did…read more This was my third visit to Santa Fe, and although I'd been to Canyon Road before, I never knew where to start--there are over 80 galleries to choose from. Mary transformed what could have been an overwhelming stroll into a curated, engaging, and educational experience. She guided us through a moveable story of Santa Fe: Native and Indigenous art galleries where we learned more about Santa Fe's history, an artist-in-residence home where we discovered how Canyon Road developed, and contemporary galleries where she introduced us to owners and working artists. Along the way, she also pointed out additional galleries, eateries, cafés, and gardens worth returning to--I took notes and can't wait to visit again. Mary was knowledgeable, friendly, and flexible, making the tour both interactive and accessible. She seemed to know everyone--every gallery owner we visited greeted her--which made us feel like we were walking in with a VIP or a local celebrity. As a matter of fact, I'd book this tour with Mary again on my next visit just to explore more galleries we didn't get to this time. The behind-the-scenes insights, personal introductions, and Mary's thoughtful curation elevated the entire experience and greatly reduced my FOMO. Booking the tour was seamless as well! The operators were a pleasure to work with, very responsive, and flexible in helping us arrange the experience. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to go beyond simply "looking at art" and really connect with the history, people, and culture of Canyon Road.

As of January 2007, the beginning of School of American Research's 101st year, the name of this…read moreeducational non-profit organization was officially changed to the "SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED RESEARCH ON THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE." I only knew this research facility when I lived in Santa Fe as SAR. I did contract archeological cartography for them for a couple of years. The cartography wasn't difficult, but getting each drawing and map approved was. They had a reputation for never approving the first work submitted. Always wanting everything perfect. Deadlines weren't the primary motivation, perfection was. There were always changes. But producing maps and drawings for some of the Grand Canyon Series of publications made me feel a real part of this prestigious institution and worth the trouble of working for perfectionists. This 100 year-old institution was initially established to study and research the archaeology and ethnology of the American Southwest. In the late 1960s the focus became more of a global one. The programs and activities of SAR today include research and study to advance archeology, anthropology and similar related disciplines. The School's many programs include a scholars-in-residence program, seminars and public lectures, and extensive Native American Indian Arts research programs. SAR has an annual Lecture Series and also provides field trips to noted archeological sites to its members. Membership is inexpensive and the benefits are enormous. 100 years of research is at your fingertips through their extensive library collections (the librarian was the librarian in the Laboratory of Anthropology for many years) and many research programs and publications. (Plus they always welcome volunteers.) Check out www.sarweb.org for complete information on this research institution that has been moving the anthropological study of the American Southwest and other areas of the world forward for over 100 years.

From the owner: SAR supports innovative research and public education through seminars, lectures, and residential…read morefellowships focused on the comparative study of human societies; promotes Indigenous creativity through artist residencies; and stewards one of the world's finest research collections of Southwest Native American art. Founded in 1907, SAR is a residential center focused on the cultivation of innovative research in anthropology, broadly defined, as well as the work of Native American artists and writers. SAR offers residential fellowships to scholars and Native American artists through a competitive process. We host research seminars for scholars undertaking comparative, historically informed research that addresses critical issues of human social life. SAR's Indian Arts Research Center (IARC) stewards and makes available to scholars and artists one of the world's finest collections of Native American art from the Southwest. SAR Press publishes path-breaking books in anthropology, archaeology, Indigenous studies, and Native American art. The Catherine McElvain Library provides access to a significant collection of anthropological works and archival material related to Santa Fe history. Our membership program offers frequent lectures, field trips, and campus tours to the general public.

Tara and Fig are a blast! All the creative investment she has put into the hunt does make for an…read moreadventure. 9/10 a must do, however, I will encourage a small group, or at least make a go of it with more than two. This is a timed challenge. eat first, hit the restroom...this is not a lazy "I spy" stroll. Here, the synopsis does a great job of explanation. you're in for a mishmash of social interaction and experiment needing to get some history info clues from some locals and needing to find other visitors to the area, with some detective work and some creative expression. this is a couple hours of excited silliness, and it will take that, so plan your time. Gotta say, bravo to the Taos locals near the plaza. you will search, you will learn, you will silly. thank you Tara... till next time, when we can take on your Santa Fe edition!

This was unlike anything i have done before! The clues inspired creativity and connecting with…read moreothers along the way... I loved finding my spirit animal and felt challenged in a good way by doing a random act of kindness. It was great to do with my friend but I can also see how it would be awesome for larger groups. Tara told me she even designs speciality hunts for anniversaries, proposals etc., hmmm... i'm definitely up for a rematch at one of her other locations!

This was a great tour. Rocky had knowledge of the land, the culture, and lot about the history of…read moreSanta Fe. This tour was definitely worth it. He was very personal, very engaging and was open to it questions. Highly recommend and if you're lucky to have Rocky that's a plus!! Unfortunately, I did not take any pictures. From the time we took off to the end of the tour, we were constantly looking left right up around. It was a very busy tour and that's probably why I didn't even bother to take my camera out. Just so much information.

First let me say that tour itself was well worth the time and money because you saw a lot of places…read moreyou wouldn't see otherwise because you simply wouldn't know about them. The guide was knowledgeable about the history but there were times it would have been nice for some silence to just take in the sights. If you're a first time visitor like we were then you should for sure take this trip. Now for the down side. They don't take reservations so it's first come first serve. Some people missed out which having an on line presence could have prevented. Second we were told they picked up at the Lorreto Chapel, they don't so we had to dash over several streets to catch the tour. They only take cash, having a web site could eliminate that. There were some who didn't have money, just plastic. Word of caution, these buses are difficult to get in and out of, they are like trolly cars. If you have any sort of physical disability the trip might not work for you

So grateful I got to visit the Georgia O'keeffe Museum - she's such an iconic and unique artist…read more Definitely plan ahead for tickets because it gets busy and sold out for timeslots. I paid $24 and it included an audio headset for a self-guided tour. Unfortunately, mine stopped working and I didn't feel like swimming upstream for a new one, so I made do without. There are plenty of placards to read so I learned a lot even though it is a smaller museum. I appreciated that the back room had an exhibit of other artists inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe, as it added some variety and helps showcase newer work. It only took us about an hour or so to get through the museum but I enjoyed it. Everyone we interacted with there was super friendly and helpful. I think it's worth a quick stop if you're in Santa Fe and an art lover.

*Been wanting to visit and this did not disappoint * It…read moregets super busy and they do reserved time slots... but also take do walk ins and we got lucky as we went earlier and got to enjoy it without feeling crowded. * Not a large museum and you can enjoy the museum in about 2 hours. *PRO Tip: Get the audio guided tour which is FREE included in your ticket purchase- it will give you a better appreciation and more information. You have the option of using your own phone app and ear buds or getting a device from the check in station. Whatever you decide- highly encourage doing the audio tour * Some very interesting pieces that I hadn't seen before- while OKeefe is known for her flowers... her techniques and subjects were more expansive than I knew. * The special exhibit Tewa Country beautifully weaves history, art, controversy while gleaning new perspectives and also celebrating O'Keeffe's art in its own. *Backpacks are not allowed in the museum but lockers for free available. * Parking is challenging downtown Santa Fe- but fortunately the Plaza area is very walkable. * Construction for a new and larger museum is underway and I look forward to visiting again

I booked a glass blowing class at Liquid Light Glass and it was the best decision I could've made!…read moreMy family and I are always looking for creative new projects and we got to create unique pieces with the help of our instructor, Al! Al is kind, thoughtful and knowledgeable. He was able to teach us the best practices for getting our glass just right! I'd recommend arriving early to have time to explore the plaza. It's filled with all sorts of great shops and other artisans. Overall, I'd recommend this spot!! Great value and great vibes!

It was a cool place to check out. I'm not sure anything would have survived the flight home. It was…read morenice talking with the woman in the showroom.

We wanted something other than just walking around and doing a self-tour, wanted a tour with…read moreknowledge of the area. Jose gave us a great tour, the food was great and the group was fantastic. Street Taco's, Enchilada's and a cup of Green Chilie, outstanding. Did I mention the Margaritas and Churro for desert..... What was "great" and made the tour was Jose's knowledge of Santa Fe, the food and culture; even recommending a great steak restaurant! We could have gotten lost in Santa Fe for several weeks eating and enjoying the culture. The food was the media for the tour, but the entertainment was Jose! Thanks!

We enjoyed the food tour with Jose. The Margaritas were a great touch and went perfectly with the…read morefood. Maybe have one flavored margarita is my one critique. Our food was a good selection: chicken enchilada with Christmas was excellent, asada street taco, and tortilla soup. We had margaritas with each meal. Last stop was Churro Bar and it was Amazing! Best churro my husband & I have ever had! And we have tasted lots of churros. Freshly fried and delicious. It was great to walk around histrionic plaza and see the historic downtown with Jose. We appreciated the stops at the Loretta Chapel & San Miguel Church. They give the history only and you have to comeback to tour on your own. Great food tour. Side note:Del Charro has the best red sauce I've had. All the flavor and perfect spice. Not hot or overwhelming. Seasoned perfectly. First Christmas enchilada I enjoyed as I usually only get green sauce only. Kudos to them & Jose for picking them.

We came here based on the Yelp reviews and it's fantastic!…read more The outdoor area is just so pretty and peaceful. It's really great they also have artwork - inside and outside. We had the green chile. It was so delicious! Perfect little kick to it and tons of flavor. Stu is super friendly as is Segue (spell?). We will be back here to try other things for sure. Great, great lunch spot!

Absolutely epic Breakfast Burrito!! The most creative and delicious burrito, and I'm from San…read moreDiego, so I've had many burritos haha. The burrito's flour tortilla is so crispy, it's insane, convection oven baked with little salt crystals. The eggs are soft and fluffy, the bacon was thick and flavorful, the green hatch chile so tasty and enough in every bite, and it's cheesy-licious. You must go right now and eat this burrito!!! The staff are so nice too, they gave us samples of their soups (green chili stew was incredible!!, butternut squash was yummy with a little kick) and a treat for our dog. The outdoor patio is so relaxing with beautiful sculptures. The chef is expertly trained, you can tell with the quality of the food. Everyone seated around us seemed very happy with their soups, sandwiches and coffee drinks. A must visit in Santa Fe!!

What a beautiful building. It is filled with artwork by local artisans. So bright and open…read more There was a small group of friendly demonstrators out front, which reminded me that our democracy still works :-) The entry guard, Sandra, was both helpful and funny.

We didn't get to go inside the Capitol building as we visited it on a weekend and it was closed…read more The building itself and the grounds around it are absolutely gorgeous and I love all the Native American heritage that is captured here. Whenever I visit a state's capital city, I always like to go and see their Capitol building so this was a treat to see!

We had a blast! We signed up for this class knowing we would be in town for a couple of days. It…read morewas hands on and is definitely something we will always remember! The class size was just right, enough people to make it fun and social, but still small enough that everyone got involved. Chef Mica kicked things off by giving us an overview of the history of the area, its chile traditions, and the differences between the peppers we'd be working with and seeing around the city. That context added so much depth to the cooking, it wasn't just a class, it was a cultural experience. Each of us prepared a different type of relleno, and then at the end we all sat down and shared the full spread together buffet style. It was such a fun way to learn, connect, and taste a variety of chiles without spending hours cooking everything on your own. It was well organized, engaging, and easy to follow. My anxiety did kick in once I realized other people would also be eating what I made, but we made it through and I loved what I got, the jalapeno poppers. You can feel the passion in what the chef does and everything ran very smoothly even though we were the last done lol Come hungry and ready to learn! We walked away with some new skills, a deeper knowledge of peppers, and some great recipes we can't wait to try at home. This truly will be memorable for us!

We took a cooking class here and it was good. Not great but good…read more They have a very well put together kitchen for classes and the instructor has a long list of credentials. Our class was on salsa sauces with different peppers and home made tacos. The class started with the chef walking us through the printed recipes and what was wrong with them. (Maybe redo these with correct recipes? And then go right to cooking and teaching?) Then we all chopped and cooked. At the end we got to taste everybody's products.