This is my favorite store in Albuquerque! It is fun, funky and fresh and I absolutely LOVE IT. I have been shopping here for years and always find something new and exciting to take home with me and/or buy as a gift for friends and family. They have the cutest gallery space and really highlight the talent of local artists.Whenever I have visitors come from out of town, Stranger Factory is always on the must-see list. All of that being said, the staff is great too. Karl is super friendly and knowledgeable and a great artist to boot! Check them out. You wont be disappointed!

Such a cool, strange art gallery and shop... I love it!

Best gallery in town!They have super friendly and helpful staff, stunning artwork ranging from plastic to paint, and always something new to look at!Most definitely recommend checking Stranger Factory out!

The store is filled with creative dolls and books, and items. There is a small gallery in the back, and the front part is a store. The store associate was very helpful and gave me some information on the artists I liked. Would come back again and again, but Im only here to visit. Thank you Stranger Factory!

I didnt give this place one star because art gallery IS cool and props for supporting local artists, but BEWARE SELLS COUNTERFEIT JAPANESE MERCHANDISE! I was SO disappointed after I got home. Ive bought a gazillon Japanese figurines direct from Japan, so I cant believe such an obvious fake got me but I wasnt on my guard since I was in town :( Notice Snow Miku is mis-typed, product unopened but dirty, petite is spelled wrong as petit and anyway the Japanese says Nendoroido purasu not Nendoroid Puchi as it would for Nendoroid petite. (Have not tried to return it so maybe theyd be cool, but I dont feel like having the unpleasant you sell fakes encounter over $6. If I do try to return, I will update review.)

Amazing place! Fantastic art, fun toys, always worth a visit.

Love this place. They really should inquire about Garrett Gossmans work. Itd fit in so well! Always stop in here when Im in Nob Hill.

I have attended a few art shows at the stranger factory. The staff is always super attentive and friendly. From what I hear they treat their artists extremely well. The low brow, pop surrealism collection they have is super cool. The gift shop in the front of the shop is also worth the trip to Nob Hill. Definitely a must see for tourists and locals alike.

I first learned about Stranger Factory by passing by it going through Nob Hill but I never got the chance to go inside. I checked their website to see what they’re all about, and it mentioned “post-modern, pop realism art” styles which spiked my interest even more. I wanted to go to this store in the hopes of finding something unique to itself that I could take home with me. As soon as you step foot in the door, there’s a plethora of cool, weird little novelties to rummage through. When you venture deeper into the store, it turns into a small exhibit, displaying prints of mysterious, eccentric art. I really liked the feeling inside of the store, every piece of art was recognizably different from one other. It was fun to explore because you didn’t know what you would see next. The layout of the store was pleasant to walk through and neatly set up. The prices vary depending on what you want. The smaller novelty items are at a good price, but the larger art prints are understandably priced. It felt like being a little kid again, looking through the toys and trinkets. Overall, my experience here was great. I bought a sticker from an artist who turned out to be the cashier, and he even threw in a cool pin for free. This place is definitely for anyone who likes weird art that you don’t see anywhere else, and it feels good spending your money knowing that it’s helping support smaller, talented artists.

Always something one of a kind to find....love this place

I feel like words wont do the Stranger Factory justice but will try my best. Super cool shop that was the highlight of my trip to Albuquerque!One part art gallery, one part collectables shop, and equal parts cute and twisted - it was a blast to walk around and look at all of the unique items and artwork.Overall the prices were pretty fair, though some of the art pieces were definitely priced not to move. The staff who were working the day I went in were super helpful and knowledgeable with questions about some of the artists featured in the gallery space.

Interesting place! Definitely worth a look.

Seriously awesome stuff.... If I actually had money I would buy a ton of art from here. Until then, prints and cards will have to do.

Awesome place, owners are great artists. Some much fun just to swing into and look at whats on the wall and a ton of cool things to buy. Plus what in the gallery is in good price range for new collectors to start getting into picking up art at.

Find the most unique gifts and art from the most talented artists!

Such a fun shop with lots of fun, colorful artwork of all different types. The gallery is changed every month so make sure you stop in to see whats on display

Went for the first time, all I can say is Amazing gallery. You get a nice toy store feel going in, and just on the side of the wall you get a beautiful Gallery.

We decided to pop in after dining nearby to see if we could find holiday gifts for some folks on our list. We were not disappointed! We also didn’t realize it had a delightful art gallery in the back, so we got to check out some local art, too. They typically have new shows opening on first Fridays, and I look forward to returning soon.

So much amazing art. Youll see stuff in here featured in Juxtapose. The toys are awesome. Great place to get a unique gift.

Definitely dont be a stranger from visiting here, if you like weird and occult art and quirky gag gifts. They have a front space more dedicated to gifts and collectibles as well as a wrap around curation to the back space, which is more of a dedicated gallery space. The pieces are beautiful, ranging from the darker side to the outlandish - from fiber art, painting, to graphic novel style portraits.Roughly 30% of people would probably find one thing there that they liked or wanted to buy. But for the 10% where oddities are your jam, this store is like a gold mine.

It was just ok. I was from out of town hoping they would carry an underground art magazine, called (carpazine) issue 20 looked pretty rad. Maybe next time Im visiting the 505.

My friend love this place. I, however, have never been here. But her enthusiasm and joy for this place is what influence my five star rating.

They have all kinds of cool stuff I bought some little finger hands. I like messing with people with my long sleeves so it looks like I have baby hands its hilarious

Fun and unique. This is where you get the gift that nobody else gives!

One of the coolest galleries Ive ever been in, and I shoot galleries for a living.

Not your usual store. A lot of varied items and much to ponder in here. We enjoyed looking.

This place is great. So many things to look at, from Japanese cartoon character toys and collectables, wild looking jewellery to fantastically frightening art work. Such a great add to the Nob Hill strip. Its right across the street from Flying Star on Central.

Its not named stranger factory for no good reason. The art here is definitely different. Its an interesting place with some very talented artists

Absolutely my favorite place in Sante Fe

Awesome boutique and art gallery!

This place is too much fun .. great art and overall great atmosphere!

Favorite Gallery in all of New Mexico

I spent nearly two hours in this place, oggling at all the weird and wonderful bits and bobs and marveling at the fantastical art. Highly recommended for oddballs and weirdos.

Just love this place. Everything you might want for the unconventional kid that lives in your grown up body.

An awesome art installation/ gallery. Great place for contemporary art.

Great little shop to find oddities, the art is amazing!

World class. Top notch art/toy gallery. I wish i could afford all the things i want, but i aint mad at em.

Way cool alternative art Its not your average gallery and thats what makes it great!

Enjoyed the art!

Can spend an entire afternoon in there. Just a neat place.

Fun place and cool stuff to look at!

Love the art in this place and so does my 7 and 11 year old. Great gifts and art!

Great Art

Fun & eclectic shop featuring a great selection of books and low brow art.

This place has the best low brow art selection in Albuquerque and are very friendly and helpful. They have all kinds of interesting and eclectic fare which you wont find anywhere else in town and their art classes are excellent as well.

Awesome place full of unique goodies and art

Cool stuff and every year Andrew Bell comes out for an opening!

Best place in Albuquerque to find weird stuff

I loved it so much!!!!

Best ever in the city

The coolest shop!

Amazing store!!

Love this place

Fun

Crazy good art

Awesome place

Dope!