My friend and I went off the "beaten path" and found Tinkertown! A man's lifework (Ross Ward) and hobby! He must have been an incredible force to have spent all his time building this attraction. Hard to describe, but worth the price of admission! Staff were friendly and the cute dog was a perfect host too! more

If you are traveling the Turquoise Trail between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, this is a must-see stop. It is a monument to one man's art, skill and drive to create. Whether you bring the kids or not, it will bring out the kid in you, as you look at the miniature animated models of circuses and western towns. Some of... more

Eclectic museum of odds and ends. If you have the time, stop. It seems like a great place for little kids especially. more

This was worth the side trip from Highway 40. We had no idea where we were going, but very happy with our decision. Great gift shop too. more

This is a very interesting little place. I agree with the previous poster that you could spend all day here and not see everything. My husband was truly inspired by the Theodora R boat and is trying to convince me to do the same thing. more

Truly a one of a kind museum and it is all one man's work. You could send a full day here and still not notice everything. The animated wood carvings are exceptional and alone are worth the trip. There was a booklet on sale there telling the story of Tinkertown and I think the title was "I Did All This... more