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Madrid

Madrid's rich history, dating from the early 1800's, has taken it from the discovery of coal, to a mining town, to today's distinctive artist's community. Because of the unique geology of the area, a phenomenon found in only two other mines in the world, hard and soft coal were mined here with shafts as deep as 2500'. The area was booming in it's heyday supplying coal for the Santa Fe Railroad, local consumers and the US Government. The company town became famous for its Fourth of July parade, lighted Christmas displays and minor league baseball games in the first lighted stadium in the west. When coal use declined the town fell silent. It became a ghost town. In the early 1970's, artists and craftspeople arrived. They converted old company stores and houses into quality shops and galleries and services. Madrid has an original tavern, the Old Coal Mine Museum and in the summer there are events in a theatre created in the engine house and festivals and concerts at the Historic ballpark. The Fourth of July parade and Christmas celebrations (weekends in December) have been revived by Madrid's current residents.

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Chumani Gallery

Chumani Gallery

2839 S. Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 424-3813

Works of nationally known artist Todd Klippenstein, Navajo & Santo Domingo jewelry, stone carvings, pottery, new sculpture garden.

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Cindy Sheff, Realtor

Cindy Sheff, Realtor

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(505) 470-6114

A resident of historic Madrid. I specialize in real estate sales along the Turquoise Trail.

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Color & Light Arts

Color & Light Arts

1 Firehouse Lane
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 424-7877

Color & Light Arts is a gallery filled with arts & crafts celebrating the magic of life!

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Conley Studio Pottery & Friends

Conley Studio Pottery & Friends

2870 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 438-0782

Stoneware pottery by Lisa Conley. Gallery includes 30 regional artists and craftsmen. Gifts. Open daily.

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Cowgirl Red

Cowgirl Red

2865 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
505) 474-0344

Classic Wild West! Fine Art, Vintage Cowboy Boots, Indian Jewelry. Antiques, Collectables & Gift items

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Engine House Theatre

Engine House Theatre

2846 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 438-3780

Historical Theatre, Special Events.

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Ghost Town Lodging

Ghost Town Lodging

2864 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 471-7605

Heart of Madrid. Large, self-catering apartment with private courtyard, private parking, Satellite TV. Nightly/Weekly.

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Ghost Town Trading Post

Ghost Town Trading Post

2864 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 471-7605

Native jewelry & pottery, clothing, Talvera Pottery, Kachinas, cowgirl slippers, vintage jewelry. The unusual, beautiful, and more.

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Gifted Hands

Gifted Hands

2851 Hwy 14
Madrid, N 87010
(505) 471-5943

Representing local and Northern Pueblo artisans for over10 years. Many on-of-a-kind items. A must stop!

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Great Madrid Gift Emporium

Great Madrid Gift Emporium

2867 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 471-7605

"Best of the Southwest." Rare turquoise, gaspeite, sugilite, opal, amber, coral, lapis, Cerrillos turquoise, etc. Open 7 days 9-6.

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Gypsy Gem

Gypsy Gem

4-C Firehouse Lane
Madrid, NM 87010
(505) 424-0503

Rare, Native, Collectable. Specializing in local Cerrillos turquoise jewelry, native arts & crafts, pottery and ironwood.

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In Cahoots

4-A Firehouse Lane
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 438-3439

Local art, fossils and more. Located on Firehouse Lane.

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Indigo Gallery

Indigo Gallery

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(505) 438-6202

Featuring works by Jill Shwaiko and other nationally known painters, sculptors & jewelers in Madrid.

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Java Junction B & B

Java Junction B & B

2856 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 438-2772

Charming Victorian suite on the second floor. Private bath, kitchen & porch.

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Java Junction Coffee & Gifts

Java Junction Coffee & Gifts

2855 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 438-2772

Lattes, cappuccino, espresso, specialty "hot" gourmet items and wild t-shirts, hats and sportswear.

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Jezebel Gallery

Jezebel Gallery

2860 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 471-3795

Tour Jezebel's Studio & Gallery on the Boardwalk. Organic forms as Modern Art, Craft and Furnishings.

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Jezebel Soda Fountain

Jezebel Soda Fountain

2860 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
(505) 471-3915

Experience the original soda fountain from the 1920's. Jezebel's decadent romance with food parlor.

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Johnsen & Swan Leather Studio and Craft Gallery

Johnsen & Swan Leather Studio and Craft Gallery

2874 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 473-1963

Regionally handcrafted Leather-Wood-Metal-Pottery-Jewelry. Custom Chaps, Bags & Corporate Logo Gifts. Paolo Soleri Windbell Garden.

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Johnsons of Madrid Galleries of Fine and Fiber Art

Johnsons of Madrid Galleries of Fine and Fiber Art

2843 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 471-1054

Since 1973, the biggest and best Art Gallery between Albuquerque & Santa Fe.

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Madrid Casita Lodging

Madrid Casita Lodging

2785 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 474-4338

Private guesthouse on historic site. Nightly/Weekly rental. Kitchenette, Queen bed, full futon, full bath, private deck.

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Michael Austin Wright Studio

Michael Austin Wright Studio

2785 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 438-4146

Artist studio & sculpture garden. Michael is a sculpture, welder, Blacksmith and General Contactor, specializing in architectural details.

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Mostly Madrid

3-B Firehouse Lane
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 474-6560

Featuring local & native art & jewelry, handstitched leather and objects of spirit.

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Old Boarding House Mercantile

Old Boarding House Mercantile

2885 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 471-5134

General store & bakery in historic miner's boarding house. Groceries, Snacks, Drinks, Fresh baked goods and History.

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Old Coal Mine Museum

Old Coal Mine Museum

2846 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 438-3780

1901 Richmond Steam Engine, mining relics and old cars. A must see! April-October. Open Friday-Monday 11am-5pm.

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Paul Olsen Gallery

2850 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 438-2588

Contemporary Artists; Carl Apfelschnitt, Gregory Botts, Stephen Hale, Carlos Cruz, David Kapp, Shelly Johnson.

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Seppanen & Daughters

Seppanen & Daughters

2879 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 424-7470

Seppanen & Daughters Fine Textiles is a showroom dedicated to preserving the native weaving cultures of Tibet, the Navajo Indians of the American Southwest and the Zapotec Indians of Oaxaca, Mexico. Unique Tibetan carpets, Oaxacan rugs, Navajo and African textiles. Surprises. Here at FINE TEXTILES we view rugs as art and constantly offer new designs and color-ways. Only the finest materials are used. Custom sizes and colors are available.

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Spirit in Art

Spirit in Art

3 Firehouse Lane
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 438-3235

A gallery staffed by the artists, Adele Francis, Michael Sharbe, Liz & Bob Paterson and Ruth Carraway. Firehouse Lane.

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Tapestry Gallery

Tapestry Gallery

4-D Firehouse Lane
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 471-0194

Featuring fine handwoven wearables, handpainted yarns and Fiber Art by area Artists.

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The Mine Shaft Tavern

The Mine Shaft Tavern

2864 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 473-0743

Great Music, Great Food, Historical Ambiance! One of the last great roadhouses.

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The Old West Saloon & Antiques

The Old West Saloon & Antiques

2846 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 473-0743

Gateway to Old Coal Mine Museum! Mining & Western antiques, Old West Photos, souvenirs.

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The Painted Horse

The Painted Horse

2850 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 473-5900

Contemorary oil paintings & mixed media by Dean Dovey. Handcrafted one-of-a-kind sterling jewelry by Sue Van Dame.

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The Turquoise Gem

2869 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
(505) 438-0758

Fine Art, Cerrillos Turquoise jewelry, Inlay, Mosaic overlay, Santo Domingo Pueblo jewelry, Mata Ortiz pottery, ironwood, gifts and more!

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Trading Bird Pottery Gallery

2842 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
(505) 438-6144

Featuring the finest Pueblo & Mata Ortiz pottery, Zuni fetishes, rare Cerrillos Turquoise hand mined by Riana Newman.

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Tumbleweeds

4-B Firehouse Lane
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 438-8711

A shop full of "important stuff". Nostalgic metal signs, Madrid t-shirts, souvenirs, rocks, Rt.66, ecclectic jewelry, Western shirts & books.

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Weasel & Fitz

Weasel & Fitz

2878 Hwy 14
Madrid, NM 87010
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(505) 474-4893

Recycled and found-object art with a touch of whimsey.

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Upcoming Event

Saturday Concerts at The Old West Saloon

Saturdays throughout summer
Afternoon music in The Old West Saloon, Saturdays, 3-6 pm, in Madrid.
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National Scenic Byway

On June 15, 2000 the Turquoise Trail received designation as a National Scenic Byway from the The National Scenic Byways Program after completing a comprehensive corridor management plan.

The plan is available for review here »