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Harwood Museum of Art

238 Ledoux St., Taos, NM 87571
575-758-9826
Ranked #8 of 26 attractions in Taos
4.5 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
Type: Art Museums
Owner description: Formed in 1923 by Lucy Harwood and several members of the Taos Society of Artists, the Harwood Museum of Art is the second oldest museum in New...... more » Owner description: Formed in 1923 by Lucy Harwood and several members of the Taos Society of Artists, the Harwood Museum of Art is the second oldest museum in New Mexico. The museum has been affiliated with the University of New Mexico since 1935, and it now boasts the internationally acclaimed Agnes Martin Gallery, galleries exhibiting highlights from the museum's collection of work by the Taos Society of Artists, Taos Moderns, Hispanic Traditions, and contemporary artists working in Taos, and changing exhibitions fulfilling the Harwood's vision to "Bring Taos Arts to the World and World Arts to Taos." « less
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Longmont, Colorado
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

Local museum of mediocre quality run by the University NM. Much better collections of SouthWestern art around - in fact the Taos Visitor center has better art. More

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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

I am not a fan of huge museums. How can one even begin to take anything in? I't like wine tasting...after 2 - you can't judge them anymore. This place is nicely sized. Interesting local artists. More

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Massachusetts
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

The collection was modest and easily outshined by the museums in Sante Fe. More

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Cary, North Carolina
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012
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My husband and I were directed to the museum but our innkeepers at La Posada de Taos. We both really enjoyed experience, especially learning about the local artists and history of the area. We have been to many museums and really enjoyed this one. My only *minor* complaint is that because it wasn't very crowded I felt like we were... More

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Portola Valley, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

We attended a violin concert which was outstanding. More

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Taos, New Mexico
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

We recieved a private tour of the museum as well as in-depth history on the artist, Agnes Martin. The tour helped give a greater appreciation of the works. More

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Executive Director, Director at Harwood Museum of Art, responded to this review
April 15, 2012

Thanks for your review! We're glad that you enjoyed the tour; indeed, the Harwood is very committed to education in all of its forms. More

Santa Fe, New Mexico
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2012

There are so many great museums in the Northern New Mexico area. This one has what a lot of others do and it's not presented as well. More

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Executive Director, Director at Harwood Museum of Art, responded to this review
April 5, 2012

Hello, and thanks for your review. While we agree that there are many wonderful museums in northern New Mexico, the Harwood is the only one that was co-founded by members of the Taos Society of Artists, that features the internationally acclaimed Agnes Martin Gallery, and that can claim to be the second oldest museum in New Mexico. Give us another... More

Santa Fe, New Mexico
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2012
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Like most of the museums in Taos, the Harwood is housed in an old abode structure, but the inside is clean and modern. There are very good exhibits and you won't get "museumitis" (symptoms; eyes begin to cross; knees weak; need a drink). More

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Executive Director, Director at Harwood Museum of Art, responded to this review
March 31, 2012

Thanks for your review! Many of our visitors comment on the Harwood's comfortable (i.e. manageable) size. Hope to see you at the museum again soon. More

Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 4, 2012
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person found this review helpful

I visit every year. They have great permanent installations and awesome exhibitions that constantly change. There is always something new that teaches me a little more visually about the rich cultural heritage of the area. More

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Executive Director, Director at Harwood Museum of Art, responded to this review
March 6, 2012

Thanks for your review! Indeed, the Harwood regularly refreshes its collection galleries and presents dynamic changing exhibitions. See you next time! More

Calgary, Alberta
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012
4
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This is a gem of a museum - excellent permanent exhibits and stimulating temporary shows. It is always a pleasure to visit, and the gift shop is lovely. More

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Executive Director, Director at Harwood Museum of Art, responded to this review
February 10, 2012

Thank you for your review! We hope to see you at the Harwood again soon. More

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