Sunshine Building, Albuquerque

The Sunshine Building, situated in downtown Albuquerque, is a six-story historical building constructed in 1924 by local theater owner Joseph Barnett. It houses commercial spaces and offices in addition to the Sunshine Theater. Initially, Sunshine operated mainly as a movie theater, with facilities for live performances such as Vaudeville and shows. Since 1990, the theater has been operating as a live music venue, featuring various famous artists. This building is a registered Cultural Property of New Mexico State since 1985 and is also a designated Albuquerque City Landmark.

Trost & Trost, an El Paso firm, designed the building with a facade of yellow brick and reinforced concrete construction. Its architectural style is Renaissance Revival, and the building was recognized for its manually operated elevator, which was believed to be the last in New Mexico. The building's exterior was used as the fictional office for the US Marshals' Witness Protection Service in the TV show, In Plain Sight.

The Sunshine Theater, which occupies a significant portion of the building, was initially a movie theater until the 1980s but was later remodeled as a popular live music venue. It has hosted numerous renowned artists such as The Strokes, Snoop Dogg, and The Smashing Pumpkins, among others. With an open floor, a large balcony, and a bar that accommodates an audience of 21 and older, the theater can hold up to 1,000 people. It is the most popular venue in the Albuquerque metropolitan area for smaller yet noteworthy acts, with several having five or more shows per month.