Is prior art experience necessary for Wednesdays With O’Keeffe?

No, this experience is designed for all levels, whether you're an artist or simply enjoy the landscapes that inspired O’Keeffe.

Are meals provided during the experience?

Meals are not included, but many tours offer suggestions for local dining options before or after your visit.

Can the tour be customized for photographers?

Yes, guides can tailor the experience to focus on key photographic locations around Ghost Ranch and Abiquiu.

How do I get to Abiquiu from Santa Fe?

Abiquiu is about a 1-hour drive from Santa Fe. Renting a car is the most convenient way to reach Ghost Ranch.

What wildlife might I see during the tour?

You may spot lizards, hawks, and occasionally deer native to the high desert environment.

Is this experience suitable for children?

The experience can be enjoyed by older children comfortable with walking and spending time outdoors.

Wednesdays With O’Keeffe: Art and Adventure in Abiquiu | Guided Tour | Bus Tour

Experience a unique outdoor journey inspired by the legendary artist Georgia O’Keeffe in the beautiful landscape of Abiquiu, New Mexico. “Wednesdays With O’Keeffe” offers a one-of-a-kind, private experience that combines nature, art history, and spirituality in a serene setting offered by Ghost Ranch. Guests walk through the same dramatic red rock formations, desert vistas, and quiet spaces that motivated O’Keeffe’s work, making it an immersive experience for art enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Guided by local experts, you’ll explore hidden spots that inspired O’Keeffe’s paintings, delve into stories behind her life in the Southwest, and connect deeply with the land. This activity stands apart by blending creative inspiration with outdoor exploration, providing a contemplative retreat far from busy tourist routes. Whether you choose to paint, photograph, write, or simply reflect, Wednesdays With O’Keeffe invites you into a reflective adventure that touches both the soul and senses.

About Ghost Ranch

Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu, New Mexico, is a public education and retreat center known for dramatic red hills, colorful cliffs, and cultural resources that inspired artist Georgia O’Keeffe. Located near the village of Abiquiu, Ghost Ranch offers interpretive tours, hiking trails, museums, lodging, camping, and wellness experiences that highlight art, anthropology, and paleontology.

The campus includes the Florence Hawley Ellis Museum and the Ruth Hall Museum, where visitors can learn about the Gallina people and view Triassic fossil discoveries including Coelophysis finds. Guided Paleontology Tours include a scenic drive and a moderate walk to original quarry sites, providing close-up views of Triassic paleontology and fossil history.

Ghost Ranch offers multiple Georgia O’Keeffe experiences, including landscape tours, guided walks retracing O’Keeffe’s paths, and viewpoints of her Ghost Ranch house. Day passes allow access to trails, museums, and a peaceful labyrinth, with on-site café services and both reservation and walk-in options when available.

Accommodations and activities vary from shared rooms with communal baths to RV sites with full hookups and tent-only camping, alongside seasonal workshops, massage and sound therapy, and evening ghost-and-sunset strolls. Programming combines natural scenery, museum interpretation, and guided experiences designed for visitors seeking art, history, and outdoor exploration. Information, schedules, and reservations are provided by Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu, New Mexico.

Special events and weekend programs are offered seasonally, including performances, music, yoga sessions, and poetry readings that celebrate art and culture in the landscape that inspired many artists. Visitor information desks and museum staff provide expert interpretation regularly.