When it comes to breathtaking natural beauty, it’s tough to beat northern New Mexico, with its unique combinations of mountain landscapes, natural hot springs, and wild rivers. Though there are plenty of incredible places to visit, none, perhaps, have been made more famous through art than the famed Abiquiu. It’s truly one of the most beautiful regions in the northern part of New Mexico.
Abiquiu, a region made famous by artist Georgia O’Keeffe, is located just 45 minutes from our Northern New Mexico Bed and Breakfast. This highlights one of the many great reasons to stay with us at our Bed and Breakfast. We’re centrally located between all of the top attractions in northern New Mexico, including the cities of Santa Fe and Taos. Moreover, we offer unbeatable hospitality, charming accommodations, and a restful place to rejuvenate your soul. Experience the difference with us this fall. Book your room at Casa Escondida Bed and Breakfast today!
See How Abiquiu Inspired Georgia O’Keeffe
As beautiful as Abiquiu is, it’s most famous for being the home of famed artist Georgia O’Keeffe. She lived in the area from 1949 until 1986. You can tour the Georgia O’Keeffe Home and Studio, located here in Abiquiu. Tours can be arranged by contacting the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe – we highly recommend this tour!
But visiting Abiquiu is about more than stepping into the home and studio of this famed artist. It’s also a land worthy of exploration, home to incredible attractions and outdoor adventures for those so inclined. One such place to explore, also tied to this extraordinary artist, is Ghost Ranch, the dramatic landscapes of which so often took center stage in O’Keeffe’s artwork.
As you explore the grounds of Ghost Ranch, you’ll find towering rock walls, vivid yellow and red cliffs, and bright blue skies as far as the eye can see. It’s easy to see how such a place inspired so many works of art. On the ranch, visitors can enjoy hiking and horseback riding trails, kayaking on Abiquiu Lake, ropes courses, and more. There are also frequent workshops held here and tours that allow you to see the scenes featured in her art up close and personal. The museums on the grounds of Ghost Ranch are dedicated to advancing research, education, and public engagement in Anthropology, Archaeology, and Paleontology.
Georgia O’Keeffe wasn’t the only artist inspired by the Abiquiu area. Art flourishes here, and the Abiquiu Studio Tour gives you an excellent opportunity to explore it further. Each fall, around 50 local artists open their studio doors to visitors for this unique self-guided adventure that takes visitors and collectors through the village of Abiquiu and the surrounding Chama River Valley. This year, the Abiquiu Studio Tour will take place October 9 – 11, 2021.
Visit the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe
After you’ve thoroughly explored Ghost Ranch and the Abiquiu area, continue your exploration of Georgia O’Keeffe’s sensational art at the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe. The museum, which focuses on the life of Georgia O’Keeffe, tells her story as you make your way through 9 distinct galleries. It’s an inspiring journey and one that traces the rise of American Modernism.
In addition to a renowned collection of O’Keefe’s most significant works, the museum is currently offering an unparalleled glimpse into her artistic practice with a collection of 700 drawings and all of her art materials, as well as an extensive collection of personal possessions. The works on view change over time, too, ensuring you have a different experience every time you visit.
The museum store at the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum is a worthwhile place to shop, too, whether online or in person. It’s a thoughtfully curated selection of products inspired by and featuring the works of Georgia O’Keeffe and truly a wonderful place to pick up a unique reminder of your unforgettable trip to northern New Mexico. To visit most Santa Fe Museums, including the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, you’ll need to make advanced reservations. They do tend to sell out quickly, so make sure to plan well in advance.
This fall is an exquisite time to visit us in New Mexico – a time of year when the landscapes are at their most magical. Explore the life and legacy of Georgia O’Keeffe with us, and book your room at our Bed and Breakfast near Santa Fe today!
