The exhibit also included displays of O’Keeffe’s sketches, artist tools, and photographs of her later in her life, some by photographer Ansel Adams. Inside the museum, paintings were displayed against a white background, making the vivid colors stand out all the more. Yes, O’Keefe is best known for her colorful, oversized paintings of flowers, but one fact we learned was that O’Keeffe’s flower paintings were not about anatomy at all-she just liked flowers.

I’d heard the name and an innuendo about flowers, but that’s about all I knew. Megan and I started the next day at the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum. I wouldn’t hesitate to try that next time. Matilda had the habanero citrus pulled pork, which sounded and looked awesome, with habanero-citrus barbecue, coleslaw, and pickled onion on a baguette. It had turkey, Swiss cheese, bacon, avocado, sprouts, lettuce, tomato, and her favorite mayo. Megan had the turkey club wrap, because she was in the mood for something with chipotle mayo, and she said it didn’t disappoint. I opted for traditional beef, which was excellent. Plus, there was an option to add portabella mushrooms, chicken, ground beef, bacon, sirloin, or pork belly. And not that fake crap that passes for cheese on most nachos, but real, gooey, melted cheeses-two or three different kinds, I think. After a round of drinks ( Santa Fe Cider Works for Matilda and me, and a gluten-free beer for Megan), I ordered the Brewpub Nachos, which were amazing, and topped with all sorts of stuff-black beans, Pico de Gallo, guacamole, sour cream, and a boatload of cheese. The place had a cool vibe to it with an open, semi-industrial feel. Matilda enthusiastically recommended Second Street Brewery. We might have stayed there the whole evening, but an ex arrived, and that seemed like good incentive to broaden our horizons. I got a Honey Hibiscus Wheat beer that was great! It was creamy and sweet (but not overly sweet), and hit the spot. Megan and Matilda ordered from the spirits menu, especially appreciative of the 100% organic, and handcrafted status. So, we kicked back listening to a local band in this cool space. But beyond a bravo to them, it means there’s a whole slew of specialty drinks that just aren’t available in any other single location. These are unique specialties the processes are distinct and the timing is different. First off, it’s really impressive that this place is both a brewery and a distillery. My wife, Megan, and I met Megan’s friend Matilda at Tumbleroot-a brewery, distillery, restaurant, and bar (complete with live music) all in one. And if you’re into craft beer or cider at all, stop by the breweries because no description will quench your thirst.

Visit Meow Wolf because no amount of explanation will suffice. If you want the short version of this story, it’s this: you have to experience Santa Fe for yourself.

“So, we kicked back listening to a local band in this cool space.”

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