Points of Interest
Navajo Code Talker's Museum
The finest collection of memorabilia from World War II that showcases just how much our Native Americans sacrificed towards the universal cause of freedom is situated at The Navajo Code Talkers Museum in the Gallup, McKinley County Chamber of Commerce. The Navajo Code Talkers used their own native language as the basis for communication too difficult to the Germans and Japanese to decipherer. Feel free for the first time to look at this code and realize just how much our Native Americans added to the defense and safety of our nation's soldiers. No view upon WWII is complete without knowledge about this individualized skill that saved the lives of thousands, and if you had or knew someone who served in the Pacific WWII theatre, they would testify that this small group of warriors saved more lives than any other aspect of American soldiering. The hours are 8:30AM to 5:00PM Monday thru Friday, year-round and are not to be missed at the Gallup Chamber of Commerce on 106 W. HWY 66, Gallup, NM 87301. For information please call and learn at (505)722-2228.
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Gallup Cultural Center
This unique building houses a great coffee shop, deli and gift shop along with a Museum of Gallup's History. This Hub of Gallup is a beautiful building that offers the best point to begin learning about Gallup's great history and has a renowned second floor that contains the Story Teller Museum which is fun for all ages. For more information please call (505) 863-1363.
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Rex Museum
Most renowned for its 19th century history, it is a miners dream with all of the photos, artifacts and memorabilia that shows the average person what it was to mine during the golden, olden days. For more information please call (505) 863-1363.
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Zuni Pueblo
Forty five minutes south of Gallup, this scenic drive offers all of the museums, Native American Shops and cultural heritage. The Zunis offer a unique perspective on Native Americanism and if you've enjoyed what you've seen in Gallup, NM.
El Morro National Monument, an eloquent milestone of American history that shows this country's curious blend of European, Mexican and American Indian cultures, has been abandoned since 1400 A.D. From atop the bluff, visitors are privileged to a spectacular view for miles around in each direction.
El Malpais National Monument is where forbidding lava creates a moon like lunar scape. Also located here are some amazing ice caves with easily accessible frozen lakes and pools. For more information please call (505)285-4641.
Chaco Canyon National Park is about 90 miles northeast of Gallup. About 20 miles of the road going into the canyon is unpaved. One of the oldest pueblos ruins. Abandon since the late 1100's researchers believe that this was the religious and cultural hub of Navajo trading. For more information please call (505) 786-7014.
Canyon De Chelly, in the heart of Navajo land, is a double canyon with sheer rock walls more than a thousand feet high. This remarkable landmark is a common destination for travelers on the Navajo Reservation as it is home to many Navajo religious and cultural beginnings. For more information please call (928)674-5500.
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