Contemporary Fine Art
History of The Gallery ABQ
Twenty-Five Years and Going Strong!
In 2027, The Gallery ABQ will celebrate 25 years of supporting and showcasing the work of local artists and craftspeople. Its longevity reflects the dedication of its artist members and their shared commitment to fostering the arts in Albuquerque.
The gallery began in 2002 when Albuquerque artist Nina Adkins brought together fellow artists to establish the Nob Hill Gallery in Albuquerque’s Nob Hill business district. After several successful years, the gallery relocated to Mossman Center on Montgomery Boulevard in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights before moving to Hoffmantown Shopping Center. In 2010, it reopened as The Gallery ABQ, LLC, with artist members sharing ownership and working together as business partners.
Today, the gallery provides opportunities for the member artists to exhibit and sell their work while offering the public an inviting place to discover original art. As a member of the Albuquerque Art Business Association, The Gallery ABQ supports Albuquerque’s vibrant visual arts community with exhibition opportunities available for visiting artists and art groups. Monthly Salon exhibitions and Featured Artist showcases are celebrated during First Friday ARTScrawl receptions, held from 5 to 8 p.m.
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The Gallery ABQ honored as the Best Art Gallery in Albuquerque!
The Albuquerque Journal's 2026 Readers' Choice special section provides residents and visitors more than just a list of local favorites. It is a tribute to the businesses, organizations, and individuals who define the heart of our community. More than 34,000 nominations and votes were cast across 110 categories with 220 business recognized as winners and finalists. The Gallery ABQ proud to be honored as this year's Best Art Gallery! Thank you, Albuquerque!
The Gallery ABQ has new artwork displayed at ABQ Dentistry and Wellness
The artists of The Gallery ABQ are pleased to contribute to the tranquil ambiance of Dr. Keri Giron’s ABQ Dentistry & Wellness office in Albuquerque. Dr. Giron and her staff have a philosophy based on whole-body wellness, supporting a healthy and beautiful smile and honoring its connections to the rest of the body. The contemporary art on display throughout the facility adds to the calm atmosphere and foretells gentle encounters with the professional dental staff as they offer comprehensive services for oral health. All artwork displayed is for sale through the online Gallery Store.
Participating artists: Alison Thomas, Diana Stauffer, Laura McIndoo, Tatiana Klimov, and Linda Weiss
The Gallery ABQ received a positive review...
"10 Intimate Art Galleries in New Mexico Tourists Say Are Magical" by Ava Langford
"This place feels like dropping into a group of friends who make things.
...the artist-owned model shows in every corner. Different media share the floor without stepping on each other. Ceramics, wood, watercolor, jewelry, and more rotate through tidy displays that read clearly.
You can trace the maker’s hand in each piece, which makes browsing feel personal. I like how the space invites plain talk. You can ask how a bowl got that soft edge or what paper sits behind a watercolor’s glow. The answers come easy, and you learn as you go.
If you want a gallery that wears its community on its sleeve, you found it. ... I normally circle twice, then step toward the piece I kept thinking about. It is that kind of room, patient and open. New Mexico creativity shows up here like a neighbor waving from the porch."