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About the Santa Fe Indian Market:
Each year the Santa Fe Indian Market includes 1,200 artists from about 100 tribes who show their work in over 600 booths. The event attracts an estimated 100,000 visitors to Santa Fe from all over the world. Buyers, collectors and gallery owners come to Indian Market to take advantage of the opportunity to buy directly from the artists. For many visitors, this is a rare opportunity to meet the artists and learn about contemporary Indian arts and cultures. Quality is the hallmark of the Santa Fe Indian Market. (Courtesy: SWAIA)

When is the Indian Market?:
The Santa Fe Indian Market is held annually in August. See the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) website for exact dates and a schedule of events.

Location:
Head for the Old Town Plaza. From I-25, take exit #282 onto St. Francis Drive. Go north until you hit West Alameda and take a right. Drive until you hit Sandoval and take a left. Once on Sandoval, taking a right on either San Franciso or Palace will eventually take you to the Santa Fe plaza. Be aware that during Market the plaza and many surrounding streets are closed to all but foot traffic. Parking is difficult. Shuttles are available.

Food:
There are food boths at the Santa Fe Indian Market. Enjoy corn, chiles and the traditional Fry Bread. Of course, Santa Fe is known for it’s restaurants and if you want a sit-down meal, there will be great choices.

Reputation:
The Santa Fe Indian Market has a reputation for high quality Native American art. It is a juried show. Purchasing from juried markets such as this one ensures that your art is genuine Native American. It is exciting to purchase art directly from the artist. Often, they will take time to explain the symbolism in their art and tell you about how they made the piece.