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Canyon Road is a historic street in Santa Fe, New Mexico, full of art galleries. In fact, there are over 100 art galleries, boutique shops, and restaurants all in just a half mile.
The galleries on Canyon Road have attracted some of the most important art collectors in the country. Many have relationships with museums and are represented at major art fairs.
Styles include traditional, contemporary, abstract, photorealistic, Native American, Western, and international. There are sculptures, paintings, photography, engravings, and much more.
Even if you aren’t interested in purchasing art, it’s fun to walk down the street and see some of the sculptures, or pop into the galleries to admire some incredible work.
History
Canyon Road itself runs along an irrigation ditch dating back to 1680, during Spanish colonial times. It was once a quiet residential neighborhood, but began to attract prominent artists in the 1920s. As Santa Fe became a tourist destination, the popularity of the street grew and more art galleries started popping up.
Architectures
The buildings along the street are made of adobe and are constructed in the Pueblo Revival style. Many have inner courtyards, which is common in the Spanish Colonial style. When they were used as homes, they were often inhabited by the owners and their extended families.
