San Felipe de Neri Parish in Albuquerque, New Mexico is a historic place of worship that dates back to 1793. Located on the northern end of Albuquerque’s Old Town Plaza, the church offers tours for visitors and services for parishioners. The church was originally founded under the direction of Fray Manuel Moreno in 1706. After …
You can find many trading posts across New Mexico Route 66. But one of the oldest, and most well known, is Richardson Trading Post in Gallup, New Mexico. Located right on the main street of historic Route 66, Richardson Trading Post opened in 1913, predating the Mother Road by more than a decade. The trading …
Housed in the historic Santa Fe Depot, the Gallup Cultural Center in Gallup, New Mexico offers programming, exhibits, and arts that celebrate Gallup’s history and the neighboring Native American cultures. The Gallup Cultural Center is housed in a two-story, stucco building that originally served as the local headquarters for the Santa Fe Railway. The building …
The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico is a world-class museum and cultural center that is dedicated to preserving and displaying Pueblo history and culture. The non-profit institution opened in August 1976 with the mission “to preserve and perpetuate Pueblo culture and to advance understanding by presenting with dignity and respect, the accomplishments …
Clines Corners Travel Center in Clines Corners, New Mexico is a gas station, souvenir shop, and RV Park that has been serving travelers since 1934. Clines Corners was founded by Roy E. Cline in 1934. He wanted to open a convenient stop where “weary travelers to stop, shop, and eat.” Opened between Moriarty and Santa …
As you’re traveling Route 66 through New Mexico, look for this unusual roadside historical marker celebrating an even more unusual phenomenon: the Continental Divide Marker in New Mexico. New Mexico, a state renowned for its diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is home to one of nature’s more fascinating wonders—the Continental Divide. The Continental Divide …
Tucumcari Ranch Supply & Watson’s BBQ in Tucumcari, New Mexico is an old-fashioned town and country store that’s home to the best barbecue in Tucumcari, if not the state. Tucumcari Ranch Supply opened at its current location in 1980. The souvenir shop, supply store, BBQ restaurant, and museum is owned by Jimmy and Stella Watson …
Are you a fan of Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, and El Camino? Want to experience the world of those critically-acclaimed TV shows for yourself? Relive your favorite moments and scenes from your favorite TV shows by taking the Breaking Bad RV Tour in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul are award-winning television shows about …
This metal rug sculpture is found in front of Perry Null Trading Company, a shop in Gallup, New Mexico that sells Native American jewelry, arts, and crafts. They specialize in silver and turquoise jewelry, pottery, carvings, and rugs. It was crafted by Navajo artist Leonardo Jim. The store displays two other adjacent art pieces to represent …
I love this roadside attraction a BOT! Find Becoming Human”, the big red robot sculpture in front of Meow Wolf in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The big red robot in Meow Wolf’s parking lot is officially titled “Becoming Human.” The 30-foot tall art piece features a big robot smelling a big flower, and was designed …
Enjoy fun games and challenges to pass the time on your next road trip and have a keepsake to look back on for years to come with this entertaining must-have for your next vacation.
Silly America is a roadside attractions blog designed to help travelers find unique stops for their next road trip. The website is a tribute to the great American road trip, devoted to all that is odd in America: roadside attractions, tourist traps, peculiar destinations, bizarre events, road food, fun festivals, and more! It’s a travel website and trip planner for those seeking an offbeat road trip.
Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming
© 2007-2024 Silly America
Silly America is a Participant In The Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, An Affiliate Advertising Program Designed To Provide A Means For Sites To Earn Advertising Fees By Advertising And Linking To Amazon.Com
