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Ortega's Indian Arts and Crafts An institution in Gallup, adjacent to the Navajo
Reservation, Ortega's now has this Albuquerque store. It sells, repairs, and appraises silver
and turquoise jewelry. 6600 Menaul Blvd. NE, no. 359. & 505/881-1231.
R. C. Gorman Nizhoni Gallery Old Town The painting and sculpture of the
late Navajo artist Gorman, who was a resident of Taos, are shown here. Most works are
available in limited-edition lithographs. 323 Romero St. NW, Ste. 1, and another shop at 400
Romero St. NW, Ste. 3, Old Town. & 505/843-7666. www.rcgorman-nizhoni.com.
Skip Maisel's Value If you want a real bargain in Native American arts and crafts,
this is the place to shop. You'll find a broad range of quality and price here, in goods such
as pottery, weavings, and katsinas (kachinas). Take note: Adorning the outside of the
store are murals painted in 1933 by notable Navajo painter Harrison Begay and Pueblo
painter Pablita Velarde. 510 Central Ave. SW. & 505/242-6526.
Tanner Chaney Galleries In business since 1875, this gallery has fine jewelry,
pottery, rugs, and more. 323 Romero St. NW, Ste. 4, Old Town. & 800/444-2242 or 505/247-
2242. www.tannerchaney.com.
Wright's Collection of Indian Art This gallery, first opened in 1907, features a free
private museum and carries fine handmade Native American arts and crafts, both con-
temporary and traditional. 1100 San Mateo Blvd. NE. & 505/266-0120. www.wrightsgallery.
com.
BOOKS
Barnes & Noble On the west side, just north of Cottonwood Mall, this huge book-
store offers plenty of browsing room and a Starbucks Cafe for lounging. The store is
known for its large children's section and weekly story-time readings. 3701 Ellison Dr. NW
#A. & 505/792-4234. Or at the Coronado Center, 6600 Menaul Blvd. NE. & 505/883-8200. www.
barnesandnoble.com.
Bookworks Selling both new and used books, Bookworks has one of the most
complete Southwestern nonfiction and fiction sections in the region. A good place to
linger, the store has a coffee bar and an area for readings. It also carries CDs and books
on tape. 4022 Rio Grande Blvd. NW. & 505/344-8139. www.bkwrks.com.
Borders This branch of the popular chain provides a broad range of books, music,
and videos, and hosts in-store appearances by authors, musicians, and artists. Uptown
Center, 2240 Q St. NE. & 505/884-7711. www.borders.com.
FASHION
Albuquerque Pendleton Cuddle up in a large selection of blankets and shawls, and
haul them away in a handbag. 1100 San Mateo NE Blvd., Stes. 2 and 4. & 505/255-6444.
Gertrude Zachary This large well of imagination has beaded velvet scarves and
elaborate antique furniture, but the real buy here is jewelry, ranging from traditional
Native American bracelets and necklaces to wildly kitschy butterfly concho belts. From
purses to beaded lamps, this place has anything that a contemporary gal could want. 3300
Central Ave. SE (in the Nob Hill area at Wellsley). & 505/766-4700. www.gertrudezachary.com.

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