Galeria 409


Founded by artist Mark Clark to showcase local talent, this small gallery hosts rotating exhibits on important local issues (border communities, especially) and more whimsical themes. The building is a historic structure, completely renovated by Mark. Ask about the grisly accidents that have befallen previous occupants.


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