Museums

You can't help but fall in love with the Farmington art scene when you stroll along Main Street in Historic Downtown. To complement the art galleries, murals and shops the City of Farmington hosts a rotating exhibition of sculptures that reside along the Main Street corridor.

The Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village is a historical museum of northwest New Mexico featuring a pioneer village with 14 original and replicated structures dating from the 1880s.

Aztec Ruins National Monument provides visitors an intimate opportunity to explore ancient ruins built by the ancient Ancestral Puebloans in the 1100s. Aztec Ruins features ceremonial, public, and storage structures as well as the "Great Kiva" the oldest and largest reconstructed Kiva in North America.

The Bolack Electromechanical Museum holds a collection of early items depicting development in electric power, telephone, communications, oil field equipment, and the farming industry. The Museum features the largest collection of insulators in the world. Visitor favorites include an Elvis Cadillac, the train, airplane, and tank!  

The Bolack Museum of Fish and Wildlife presents a collection of mounted animals from throughout the world. This is known as one of the largest private collections in the U.S.A. The collection provides visitors with the opportunity to examine each species up close. 

Chaco Culture National Historical Park, also known as Chaco Canyon, is the largest excavated prehistoric ruins in North America and is a must-see for history buffs and outdoor lovers. It is advised that visitors call the Park prior to a visit to ensure roads are accessible during inclement weather. 

The E3 Children’s Museum & Science Center offers hands-on, science-related interactive exhibits in the Main Gallery with special programs scheduled throughout the year.

Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm.  Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm. Experience a wide variety of exhibits relating to the diverse history of the area’s cultures, traveling exhibits, and art shows when you visit the Farmington Museum. National and regional juried arts shows are also featured as well as an exceptional selection of lectures and workshops. 

Hogback Trading Co. offers a fine selection of authentic handmade Native American jewelry, traditional pottery, blankets, baskets, and sculptures as well as a museum onsite.

The Museum of Navajo Art and Culture is located in historic downtown Farmington, as part of the newly dedicated New Mexico Arts and Cultural District. The museum features a truly significant collection of Navajo Rugs with Navajo textiles from the early 1900's to today.  

The Riverside Nature Center is a unique place to observe wildlife, begin a walk through the River Walk Trails, and learn about local flora and fauna! This facility is a must-visit for bird watchers.

Visit Salmon Ruins and you will discover a cultural museum, Heritage Park, Journey Into the Past Tours and the San Juan County Archaeological Research Center & Library.

The Spirit of New Mexico is reflected in the collection of paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and other art forms that comprise the San Juan College collection.

The San Juan County Museum at Salmon Ruins & Heritage Park houses a permanent collection of pottery, jewelry, fetishes, replica tools, and hunting equipment. Interactive displays focus on archaeological techniques and include an area for kids.

The Sherman Dugan Museum of Geology is located in the San Juan College School of Energy and features a fascinating collection. This is a must-see for fossil lovers and rock hounds. 

Step back in time, and experience the finest selection of Navajo Rugs at Toadlena Trading Post. This Trading Post also features the Toadlena Weaving Museum, home to one of the most exquisite weaving displays.