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New Mexico Holocaust & Intolerance Museum and Gellert Center for Education

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Museum devoted to the history of the Holocaust & the Armenian, Greek & Native American genocides. People often mention museum, Holocaust,


Address

616 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

Website

www.nmholocaustmuseum.org

Contact

(505) 247-0606

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (95 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 3:30 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 11 AM to 3:30 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 3:30 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: museum (14) Holocaust (7)
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  • 5/5 Smevin B. 5 years ago on Google
    Rivals the counterpart we know back home in L.A., if only for the fact that, while half is dedicated to the holocaust during WW2, the other half strives to educate on those injustices not in the popular dialogue, like the Armenian and Rwandan genocides. Also takes a solid stab at explaining how these sorts of mentalities get off the ground. Kindhearted people working here and there's pamphlets that can serve as a Injustice For Dummies guide on many of these issues. You leave here with a lot of depressing knowledge but a lot of hope for the future too! A must.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anon y. 2 years ago on Google
    Been here a few times, have yet to visit since the updates. What I find amazing about this little museum that packs a big hit to the soul and mindset is that you don't just learn history, this place has a gift to make it seem you are standing in that part of the world. The moments rush is phenomenal. If you are spiritually gifted or are able to make a movie in your mind while imagining everything you see in this museum you can feel the pain, the suffering, you can hear and smell the atmosphere. If you've paid attention to movies back from these times and realized the heartache...not just of the genocides but also of the murder innocent children! Anne frank etc. You will cry and want to take charge of making changes in today's world. Unfortunately until society decides to be humbled and think of the crisis we have in public affairs. Nothing will get better.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Inquisitive M. 1 year ago on Google
    This was a very humbling experience. From the moment I walked in, the lady at the table was really nice and helpful. She explained what direction what which. While it is a bit small, they pack alot of information in a small area. I really enjoyed how they focused, not just about the German Holocaust, but they also focus on the African American race riots, also the Native Americans, and also the Armenian genocide. If you are ever in the Albuquerque area I highly recommend going.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Damian&Rita E. 2 years ago on Google
    We visited here while vacationing in ABQ, and we're glad we didn't miss out. I actually learned a few facts that I was not aware of previously regarding the persecution of minorities along with the Jews. Very interesting place to visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jonathan F. 2 years ago on Google
    This Museum takes an interesting look at the Holocaust from the perspective of the long-held notion of "That didn't happen here, that could never happen here" and instead takes a look at different events here in the US that are comparable to what happened during the Holocaust and takes a look at the factors that played into the Holocaust happening. It is a very interesting museum that is doing good justice in the fight against injustice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fred F. 6 years ago on Google
    Small museum showing world wide examples of various human genocide events. There are a number of "in memory of" personal stories with photographs for the Jewish Holocaust. The museum was started by survivors who ended up in Albuquerque. Their museum includes other 20th century events (Namibia, Armenia, Rwanda, Bosnia, etc.), as well as earlier genocides such as African slaves in the New World and the decimation of Native Americans by disease, slavery, and settler colonialism (another perspective on "manifest destiny"). The Native American story includes episodic cultural genocide as well as removal and/or extermination events. Unfortunately the latter exhibit was being renovated when I visited the museum. Interesting story on the continuing Turkish government denial of the WW1 Armenian genocide. This museum may take you out of your comfort zone with the thought provoking exhibits of violence when one human group tries to exterminate another; and it is caused by intolerance of other religions and/or ethnic groups. Several exhibits have a do-it-yourself appearance; however, the message about a world wide connection between intolerance and genocide is more important than possessing a museum quality look (and hopefully the appearance will be improved in the future). Also enjoyed the museum building facade with its faux green turquoise and silver-like appearance. The interior is shown as a men's clothing store in Season 1, Episode 1 of Breaking Bad.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Carissa T. 3 years ago on Google
    This museum is very informative, as far as information on the Holocaust. Though, if you don't like to read, this museum is not the place to go. A lot smaller (space wise) than I thought it would be. Not much to look at when it comes to actual items from that time. I left sooner than I wanted to, bc I'm expecting and couldn't be on my feet any longer. Would love to go back when I have the energy to actually take the time to read everything. The woman that signed us in was very kind and helpful.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel Priego E. 9 months ago on Google
    Hidden gem. It's a small exhibition, but the way introduces the themes of the holocaust, other genocides and intolerance is so powerful and very well explained. Didn't expect I'd end up learning so much about those topics.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melissa A. 4 years ago on Google
    This museum which has no admission charge but gladly accepts donations is a gem in Albuquerque not to be missed. It has many exhibits on the Holocaust but also on other genocides and violence such as slavery, native Americans and the LGBTQ community. It additionally contains materials and exhibits on propaganda and on ways to be an upstander instead of a bystander.

  • 4/5 Diego A. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a great place for all ages! You can spend a day here to visit all sectors of science! They have an earthquake and tornado mock machines which you can experience, IT IS AMAZING! Be sure to carve out at least half of the day.

  • 5/5 Ruthie G. 2 years ago on Google
    As disappointment, this was it. Web site said nothing about schools bring there . Drove 1000 miles and planned since Jan., Paid $16 in parking fees to be turned away. I give a 5 disappointment.

  • 4/5 Rene P. 6 years ago on Google
    Very educational and informative. Staff willing to answer questions and ate friendly. Need to allow time to take in and process all the history but it's worth it. Little children may be slightly disturbed by some of the information

  • 5/5 Chuck C. 10 months ago on Google
    Terrible the things we do to our frllow man. Informative, well lais out museum.


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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