Maisel's Indian Trading Post
Maisel's Indian Trading Post, Historic trading post in Albuquerque, United States.
Description
Maisel's Indian Trading Post is a Pueblo Deco building in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a distinctive T-shaped entrance and large display windows made of black Carrara glass. The facade is covered with elaborate murals depicting scenes from Native American culture.
History
The building was constructed in 1939 as tourism increased along the newly realigned Route 66 through Albuquerque. Architect John Gaw Meem designed this structure to take advantage of growing visitor traffic along this important highway corridor.
Culture
The murals show scenes from Pueblo and Navajo life, created by artists from the Santa Fe Indian School. These artworks tell stories of ceremonies and traditions important to the communities of this region.
Practical
The building sits along Central Avenue and is easy to find when walking this historic route. The large windows allow visitors to see into the interior even when the shop is not open for business.
Did you know?
Inside is a terrazzo floor featuring a thunderbird design surrounded by U.S. dollars and Mexican silver coins. This intricate floor is a surprisingly elaborate detail that underscores the craftsmanship of the place.
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