"The world’s largest juried Native art market, bringing together roughly 1,000 artists from about 100 tribal communities to sell jewelry, pottery, paintings, textiles, beadwork, basketry, and other traditional and contemporary works." - Patricia Doherty
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Indigenous Creativity Shone at the 101st Santa Fe Indian Market
"The 101st Santa Fe Indian Market featured more than a thousand Indigenous artists from over 200 tribes. The event showcased a vibrant street style scene and an innovative runway show with top Native designers such as Orlando Dugi, Lauren Good Day, and Jamie Okuma. Attendees explored unique crafts including ribbon shirts, printed hoodies, and elegant jewelry. The Clothing Contest displayed traditional Indigenous attire made from raw, organic, or natural materials. The Indigenous Fashion Show spotlighted contemporary Native designers, featuring diverse collections that celebrated Indigenous innovation and creativity."
"Marked its centennial in August, the Santa Fe Indian Market is an annual cornerstone of Santa Fe's identity and a Native American arts hub that showcases selected traditional and contemporary works by 800 artists from more than 250 federally recognized tribes in the U.S. and Canada; shoppers can find everything from intricate heritage pottery to abstract paintings on display." - Ashley M. Biggers
This market cannot be compared to any other, arts,dancing, food,centrally located in the Santa Fe Plaza. Shops ,restaurants and art galleries of the highest quality. Historical and Indigenous.
Lisa J.
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Disappointing this year. Prices outrageous and aside from jewelry, most vendors had limited inventory to sell. It was a better Market a decade ago. No plans to return.
Rick E.
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While it was a great selection of artistry and Products, it was a lot packed into a small area, not allowing an easy access to view and see everything was a little too crowded from my taste
mariana
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Interesting and unique place . We were lucky to enjoy the performance of some Native American dancer & musician . Unforgettable!!!
Karen M F
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There were a couple unique stores but most was southwestern souvenirs. Prices on the more unique shoppes were pretty high. It was a fun place to visit.
Ed M.
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The first year you charged for entry. $70 for 2 people for both days is outrageous. The communication of this was terrible and your people were uninformed about how to purchase tickets. A very unpleasant start to the experience. This will be our last visit from the East coast..
Darryl N.
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The biggest and the best. The market brings great artists and great energy to Santa Fe. Don’t miss it!
Estela C.
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Loved the experience here in Santa Fe. Everyone was so talkative and engaging. There was so much to look at and learn about.