Begin your exploration of Gallup with a shopping trip for Native American art at the Bill Malone Trading Company. The knowledgeable owner has been in the trading post business for more than 40 years, and he stocks his store with many unique items from his own collection. At the Gallup Flea Market, you can chat with the locals while sampling some homemade food. Try the delicious corn-husk wrapped tamales, corn cakes, mutton stew and freshly baked bread from a horno oven. The Winfield Trading Company provides you with fresh coffee while you shop.
Browse the collection of beautiful turquoise and other stones, silver, pottery, art and other handmade crafts. Head to Richardson's Trading Company for even more Native American goods. This trading company includes a wide array of beautiful handmade Navajo rugs, clothing and a vault of old guns. Perry Null Trading Company is the place to go if you are looking for jewelry. From sterling silver necklaces and belt buckles to turquoise bracelets and earrings, this place has it all. The Gallup Cultural Center is the Southwest Indian Foundation and your best resource for Native American history. There is a small museum and a cafe, and the walls often feature drawings from local schoolchildren. To get the hospitality and service you need to wake up feeling refreshed when your next day here begins, reserve a room with Choice Hotels. Gallup, NM offers so much for your family to see and do. Book today!