As part of our Highlights from the Collection: The Larry and Alyce Frank Collection of Santos (saints), in the Palace of the Governors features sixty retablos (devotional paintings on panel) and bultos (carved religious sculptures) from 1810-1880. They were acquired by the museum in 2007, and previously on display as part of the Tesoros de […]
Have you ever said “I can’t draw?” We think you can! Starting at 5pm, Museum staff will be offering beginning drawing lessons in our galleries and sculpture gardens for anyone who would like to join us. Materials will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own sketch pad if you would like. […]
Axle will be traveling to schools and community events around Santa Fe and beyond with MoIFA bi-lingual educator Kemely Gomez, engaging people with art-making and learning opportunities.
Please join us with FREE Admission to all as we celebrate Art and History every first Friday evening of every month with some of our additional museum and gallery friends located along Palace Avenue in the heart of the historic Santa Fe Plaza. Each month we will highlight something new and wonderful to share. Together, […]
Please join us for a talk with Marla Allison, visual artist, who will share her art and experiences with Indian Market over the years. Lecture is Free WITH Admission. About the speaker: Marla Allison is a visual artist producing artwork inspired by traditions, cultural displacement and the human experience. Originally from Laguna Pueblo, New Mexico, […]
Looking for a creative outlet during your lunch break? Stop by the Museum for a casual session of life drawing. We will have a (clothed) model, supplies, and ample space for participants to practice their drawing skills. This even will be recurring on the second Tuesday of each month. Cost: $10
We invite you to go behind the scenes with our Head of Curatorial, Christian Waguespack and explore artwork by Gustave Baumann in our collection’s storage. Participants will take a deep dive into facets of the Museum’s rich holdings and learn about the variety of art mediums Baumann experimented with during his long career. Reserve your […]
We invite you to go behind the scenes with a member of our Curatorial team exploring our collections storage for a deep dive into facets of the Museum’s rich holdings. Reserve your spot for this memorable opportunity to see and discuss the art in an intimate setting with guided discussion. Limited to 10 participants. Cost: […]
Have you ever wanted to learn more about Bosque Redondo Memorial’s new exhibit? Have you ever wanted to know more stories about the Diné (Navajo) and Ndé (Mescalero Apache)? Join Ranger Lily on Friday April 14, 2023 for a guided tour of the new permanent exhibition at Bosque Redondo Memorial. The weekly tour will start […]
Sometimes the best way to really see something is to slow down and take your time. There is a lot to enjoy at the New Mexico Museum of Art, but in celebration of Slow Art Day we invite you to slow down and look at just a few works of art with us. This guided […]
The New Mexico History Museum, with support from the New Mexico Magazine, proudly presents Enchantorama! New Mexico Magazine Celebrates 100 Years. Learn why and how the publication began, view a selection from over one thousand magazine covers, and enjoy seeing over two hundred photographs published in the magazine since 1923. Visitors will enjoy a mid-century […]
Xólotl: Dios Perro showcases Becerra-Mora’s mastery of cartonería, and is his take on a mythological creature from the Aztec culture. The god Xólotl (pronounced Sho-lotel) is the brother of Quetzalcóatl, and was charged with guarding the sun as it passed through the underworld. It is said that he helped Quetzalcóatl in the creation of humankind. […]
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