Rex Museum

"My family and I stopped in Gallup for the night on a drive to Grand Canyon NP. I wanted to make a few stop and this was one. I will say we enjoyed our conversation with the Curator Tammi Moe. She was really informative and knowledgeable. The silk screen prints they had there were nice. I liked it enough to go back."

"The Rex Museum is one of those nice little "hole in the wall" museums that has alot of local history and is staffed by locals who have an abiding lifelong interest in their local history. I definitely recommend it. It is also noteworthy that the Building it self has its fair share of history. For many years this building (300 W 66th) was the location of Tom's Variety & Hobby Supply. Tom's Variety was the local Model Airplane supply store and home to the Gallup Model Airplane Club. Tom's Variety was owned and operated by Ed Shibata, a local born first generation Japanese American, and decorated WWII combat veteran of the 442 combat infantry battalion, which is the most highly decorated unit in American mitary history. Ed was a wonderful kind hearted person who took the time to help peolle of all ages to learn the ropes of building and flying model airplanes."

"Enjoyed visiting the museum. Worker there is very nice and friendly. He knew about the history and was able to answer our questions without feeling obligated. Loved to see the history and actually read old pieces that are hard to find. Was worth stopping by!"

"The museum is staffed by a very friendly guy who has lots of information to share about Gallup, Native Americans. It is full of interesting artefacts from the local area. Please visit to support a small, independent museum."

"The review is for the historical building, sign, and murals only as the museum was closed even though it was Saturday."