Art, Music, and Magic
On the Turquoise Trail

Open by chance or by appointment! The Mermaid in the Desert is a Destination Gallery, Artist Workshop, Studio, and Entertainment Venue hidden in plain sight on a Nationally Recognized Scenic Byway in the heart of the West. Just South of Santa Fe!

Explore the Destination

Fine Art Gallery

Enter a living sanctuary of art, music, and creativity! Our gallery and studio in the historic Turquoise Six ranch, gives all who visit the unique experience of seeing the art in the magical environment where it is created. Whether attending an open house art event, an exclusive gathering, or a concert, The Mermaid in the Desert delivers new delights around every corner!

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Tranquil Pond

Teeming with fish and water lilies, and bordered by iris flowers, the pond is older than the buildings that surround it. A true desert oasis, the pond is a perfect place to relax, and meditate in the shade of hundred year old trees. The stone wall was built by hand in a time before electric lights.

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The Compound

A landscape meant for wandering and gathering, the compound at The Mermaid in the Desert Gallery is a source of artistic inspiration and a wonderfully adaptive environment for events both large and small.

Artful Gatherings Under the New Mexico Sky

Whether exchanging vows beneath soaring shade trees, marveling at the creations of Shannon Connor Castle, convening for a corporate retreat, or hosting a creative celebration, the Mermaid in the Desert Gallery and Compound is a sanctuary designed for connection. Please check our calendar for gallery and open house events!

Events Calendar

The Visionary Hosts

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Shannon Castle

Geoffrey Castle

Master Glass Carver · Designer and artist

Shannon Castle is a visionary glass sculptor whose work spans architectural installations and international exhibitions. Having spent decades building an environment where art is woven into the experience of being present, she welcomes guests into a realm where creativity and the high desert converge.

Electric Six-String Violinist and visionary

Geoffrey Castle is one of the world's most distinctive voices on the electric violin. From Broadway stages to legendary rock collaborations, his career is defined by high-energy performances that refuse every boundary.

Art, Music, and Magic On the Turquoise Trail