Experts' Choice Award Museum of International Folk Art
What the experts agree on
Home to the world's largest folk art collection, with the beloved Girard Wing showcasing over 100,000 toys and figurines from around the globe—a delight for kids and adults alike.
“The Folk Art museum has hosted exhibitions on everything from Brazilian textiles to Southern pottery—as well as displaying works by artists and craftsmen in New Mexico. ”
– Afar Magazine
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Santa Fe’s most unusual and exhilarating museum centers on the world's largest collection of folk art." Full review
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Try to hit the incredible International Folk Art Market , held here in mid-July.
Fodor's "Held the second full weekend in July on Milner Plaza, this market is a truly remarkable art gathering." Full review
Afar Magazine "Santa Fe has plenty of great museums and regional charm, but don’t pass on this gem because... this museum is a trip around the world." Full review
Travel + Leisure "With more than 150 vendors from 60 countries, you’ll walk away with priceless treasures like woven, naturally dyed Baoulé textiles from the Ivory Coast or a hand-painted Ukranian egg." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Traditional arts from more than 100 countries on six continents represent the largest folk collection in the world." Full review
Atlas Obscura "A sprawling collection of over 106,000 toys from around the world. " Full review
Travel + Leisure "Stepping into the Museum of International Folk Art is like taking a trip to the world’s biggest, most eclectic outdoor market." Full review
The Wall Street Journal "Start in Santa Fe at the Museum of International Folk Art, where the Girard Wing holds 100,000 toys and figurines."
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Travel + Leisure "Heralded for holding the largest collection of folk art in the world. Inside you'll find pieces from all over the world — Africa, Asia, Latin America, and of course, New Mexico."
Independent "Don’t miss the delightfully eclectic Museum of International Folk Art (£9), reputed to be the largest folk art collection in the world, with a wing of dioramas made with more than 10,000 pieces"
