Richardsons Trading Co.

For over a century, Richardson’s Trading Post has captured the attention of world-renowned publications, journalists, and historians seeking to document the true spirit of the American Southwest. Our physical gallery on historic Route 66 has been featured as a premier destination by The New York Times, celebrated for its role in preserving authentic Southwestern heritage, and documented by global travel authorities like TripSavvy and Atlas Obscura as a “must-visit” cultural sanctuary. Rather than a standard retail space, national media consistently highlights our trading post as a living museum where history can be held in your hands.

The Standard for Regional Authenticity
Closer to home, our deep roots in New Mexico’s artistic landscape make us a frequent feature in premier regional journals. New Mexico Magazine has repeatedly named Richardson’s an iconic Route 66 landmark and a primary cultural hub for genuine Navajo weaving, Pueblo pottery, and master silversmithing. The press frequently references our world-famous “Rug Room” and extensive artifact displays as an essential educational foundation for anyone looking to understand the nuanced differences between mass-market replicas and true, certified Native American art.

Academic & Curatorial Trust
Our multi-generational relationships with tribal artisans have also earned Richardson’s a respected place within academic literature. Academic institutions, including Yale University Press, have referenced the historic significance of our operations in definitive volumes mapping the legacy of regional trade. This intersection of national travel acclaim, state-wide adoration, and scholastic documentation ensures that every collector who interacts with our vault is dealing with a gallery held to the highest standards of fair trade, authenticity, and historical integrity.