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SOFA TICKETS & INFORMATION

VISITOR INFORMATION - SOFA WEST: Santa fe 2009

 

Premiere Annual Exposition of Sculpture Objects & Functional Art is a gallery-presented, international art exposition dedicated to bridging the worlds of design, decorative and fine art. Works by emerging and established artists and designers are available for sale by 32 galleries and dealers.

 
 
 
 
 
 
   

Show Entrance
The entrance to SOFA WEST: Santa Fe will through the courtyard on the west side of the Santa Fe Convention Center. Download a PDF map of the center here.
Location
 
Santa Fe Convention Center
(505) 955-6200
201 W. Marcy Street
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Dates & Hours
 
Thursday, June 11      
Noon – 6 pm
Friday, June 12 Noon – 6 pm
Saturday, June 13
Noon – 6 pm
Sunday, June 14
Noon – 6pm

  • Photography is not permitted. Cameras must be checked at coat check for a fee.
  • Backpacks, large purses, bulky coats and oversized personal items must be checked at coat check for a fee.
  • Children under the age of 12 are free with an adult. Stroller entrance to the show is regulated by security depending on crowd size.
Tickets
 

Tickets are available online, or at the door.
Cash and credit cards (VISA, American Express & Mastercard) are accepted.

General Admission
$15.00
Four-Day Pass
$25.00
For more information about group tickets, call our office at 800.563.7632 or email info@sofaexpo.com

Purchase Tickets Online

Opening Night Preview Gala
 

Wednesday, June 10, at SOFA WEST: Santa Fe 2009

Opening Night, Wednesday, June 10 will give guests the opportunity to be the first to view and purchase top-quality, three-dimensional artworks presented for sale by an elite line-up of 35 national and international dealers. The evening benefits The New Mexico Museum of Art Design Collection.

NMMoA Private Preview and Reception begins at 5:30 p.m.  For ticket levels and benefits, visit the Opening Night Preview page. VIP Guest Preview begins at 7 p.m. for SOFA WEST VIP Card holders only. Opening Night closes at 9 pm.  

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Lecture Series
 
Thursday, June 11
Friday, June 12
Saturday, June 13

Presentations at SOFA by renowned artists, collectors and arts professionals are planned. Admission is included with a valid SOFA ticket. Complete SOFA WEST: Santa Fe schedule is available.

Catalog
 
Contains essays, gallery information, a list of represented artists and hundreds of color images of artwork. Catalogs may be purchased at the exposition for $15 or online for $20 (includes shipping) after the show at www.sofaexpostore.com
Special Events
 

Exhibits & Events are curated and presented by international arts organizations, including (in past years) the World Ceramic Exposition Foundation (WOCEF), Korea, Association of Israel's Decorative Arts, and Crafts Council of Ireland.

Off-site special event information can be found here >

Show Maps
 
Maps are available at ticket sales counters during the show or online HERE (as a PDF).
SOFA Cafe
 
A café in the show will offer spirits, sandwiches and light supper
during show hours.
Getting There
 

Santa Fe is located in Northern New Mexico, an hour's drive north of Albuquerque, the state's largest city and major air gateway. The Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) as the airport is officially known, is serviced by all of the major U.S. airlines. Train service provides access to New Mexico on a daily basis as does the bus. The Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) is open to private aircraft. Starting June 11, 2009 American Eagle offers a nonstop daily flight arriving at the Santa Fe Municipal Airport at 11:45 a.m. from Dallas and returning there with a 12:10 p.m. departure from Santa Fe.

Rail Runner  
New Mexico Rail Runner  

New Mexico Rail Runner from Albuquerque International Sunport

NM Rail Runner Express The New Mexico Rail Runner Express carries passengers in and out of Santa Fe between Albuquerque and points south.

View the Schedule and Current Fare Structure, and visit the New Mexico Rail Runner Express website for details.

For more information, you may also call: 1.866.795.RAIL.

Alternate transportation methods:
Shuttle service is available from the Albuquerque airport, the Santa Fe airport and the train station which is located in Lamy, New Mexico, about 20 miles from Santa Fe. Once in town, getting around is easy. Downtown Santa Fe and the surrounding historic districts are compact and most conveniently traveled on foot.

Public Transportation
The main transportation hub for the downtown area is ½ block from the convention center on Sheridan Street. The Santa Fe Trails Bus system can bring visitors in from Cerrillos Road hotels and run on a regular schedule.  Fare is $1 each way.  For those wishing to visit Museum Hill, the M Bus takes people from the transportation hub on Sheridan to the Hill.  Taxis and pedicabs are also available.

Parking

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Paid parking is available in the parking garage underneath the Santa Fe Convention Center. Parking is $1.80 per hour or $9 per day. The underground parking garage has 512 spaces and the entrance is on Federal Street.  Federal Street is one way and will need to be accessed from either Lincoln or Washington Streets.
Hotel Info
 
SOFA WEST: Santa Fe Hotels

The Eldorado Hotel & Spa
309 West San Francisco Street
Santa Fe, NM  87501
Tel: 800.955.4455
rez@eldoradohotel.com
www.eldoradohotel.com
SOFA rate: $209/night + tax
Map it >

Exclusive benefits for SOFA guests include VIP Turndown Service, 15% off all services and retail sales at the Nidah Spa during length of stay, and a complimentary glass of New Mexico’s French Champagne style sparkling wine, Gruet, when ordering the Pre Fixe dinner in the award-winning Old House Restaurant.

Inn on the Alameda
303 E Alameda St
Santa Fe, NM 87501, United States
Tel: 505.984.2121
www.inn-alameda.com
SOFA rate: $170 night/plus tax

Map it >

La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa
303 East Palace Avenue
Santa Fe, NM  87501
Tel: 866.331.7625
www.laposada.rockresorts.com
SOFA Rate: $259 night/plus tax
Map it >

Inn and Spa at Loretto
211 Old Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Tel: 800.727.5531
www.innatloretto.com
SOFA Rate: $229 night + tax and service fees
Map it >

*Listed prices do not include tax

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SOFA WEST: Santa Fe 2009 Catalog online!

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