The Mexican Day of the Dead, celebrated on November 1st and 2nd, is a celebration in which the living honor the departed. Skulls are its characteristic imagery, most commonly in the form of folk art figurines such as the Novia (Bride), or made of sugar and brightly decorated. Masks Y Mas store and gallery is a truly one of a kind entity in the United States, importing Day of the Dead artwork, masks and figurines, and displaying them beside all sorts of locally-themed kitsch, including t-shirts and jewelery. It successfully combines cultural education, humor and a serious social commitment; the latter evident in the frequent exhibitions of work by incarcerated artists. - Pip Lustgarten
Founded by Robin Scala, the Fragrant Leaf is a purveyor of artisanal loose-leaf teas and tea accessories from Asia. Scala, who is an Albuquerque resident has lived in China and Taiwan and has traveled extensively to different parts of Asia to source artisan-crafted teas and tea ware. They offer more than 50 types of authentic loose-leaf teas and sell their products through their Albuquerque tea boutique and also online through their website. They also host a variety of events at their boutique such as tea tastings, classes and demonstrations of Asian tea ceremonies. Visitors can buy loose-leaf tea, teapots, teacups, tea accessories or gifts of their choice or simply sip on and try a variety of tea from Asia.
Located in the outer parameter of the Nob Hill Shopping Center, this shop offers an extensive selection of contemporary jewellery, semiprecious stones and sterling silver pieces sure to satisfy the most discriminating shopper of fine jewellery. Here, you will find items from around the world, as well as jewellery crafted by local artisans. Whatever your price range, there is something for everyone here. Stop in while you are in the Nob Hill neighbourhood and try on a necklace, bracelet, pendant or ring and enjoy the friendly atmosphere.
Fay Abrams founded her first crafts gallery in Old Town in 1974 as a showcase for local artists with a flair for taking ideas and materials far beyond the confines of standard application. They have shaped, forged, hammered and woven stone, glass, wood, fabric, clay, and other materials into objects that are as beautiful and sometimes provocative; as they are one-of-a-kind. Owners Liz Dineen and Jennifer Rohrig will answer your questions about each object with the kind of knowledge, pride and enthusiasm that is normally reserved for a parent discussing her child.
Located on Central Avenue just east of the University of New Mexico, Nob Hill Business Association was established on Route 66 in the 1950s. In the 1980s, members of the neighborhoods combined forces to refurbish and reclaim this once run-down area. It is now popular among shoppers with its upscale and trendy stores and restaurants. Here you can dine at Scalo, then admire and purchase some fine jewelry.
La histórica zona de Nob Hill a lo largo de la Central Avenue (Ruta 66), en la zona universitaria de Albuquerque, es el hogar de una comunidad recientemente revitalizada de boutiques, galerías de arte, restaurantes y bares locales. Algunos de los favoritos incluyen Papers!, una tienda de artículos de papelería y arte, Beeps, una tienda de regalos, y Flying Saucer, uno de los mejores cafés de la ciudad. Los visitantes de la zona también encontrarán una gran variedad de tiendas de antigüedades, librerías y tiendas especializadas que venden de todo. Muchos de los restaurantes y bares ofrecen eventos de música en vivo, y cada año, en diciembre, el distrito brinda un evento de entretenimiento, Shop & Stroll.