The word “Shidoni” is a Navajo greeting to a friend.
Shidoni is one of the most well known art foundries in the world, and is located in the small village of Tesuque (te-soo-ke) just north of Santa Fe. If you want to see the process involved in the creation of major works of art, please go for a visit on a Saturday afternoon. You will have an opportunity to talk to the artist and watch 2000 degree molten bronze being poured into ceramic shell molds. You can also stroll around the sculpture garden and visit the gallery which represents 100 different artists from all over the world.
Bronze Pourings are on most Saturday afternoons and costs around $2 per person. Please confirm pouring time by calling (505) 988-8001.
TESUQUE GLASSWORKS
www.TesuqueGlass.com
(505) 988-2165
Located next to the foundry at 1510 Bishop’s Lodge Road is Tesuque Glassworks. You can see the artist working in the ancient tradition of blown glass from the comfort of their viewing room.7 days a week.Please call them at (505) 988-2165 to confirm the timing.
Directions from the B&B:
Start at the B&B, turn left at Paseo de la Cuma.
Go to the STOP sign and turn RIGHT on to Old Taos Highway. Go 0.1 mile.
At the signal light, please turn LEFT on to Paseo de Peralta. Go 0.1 mile.
At the next signal, please turn LEFT on Bishop’s Lodge Road. Go 5.2 miles. You will drive on the winding road through Tesuque village with a 25 miles speed limit.
Shidoni and Tesuque Glass are on your left at 1508 and 1510 Bishop’s Lodge Road.
