Robert J. Tórrez, former New Mexican State Historian, will be discussing in St. Francis Auditorium Recognitions of Pueblo Independence by Spain, Mexico and the United States. This is Part Three of a free, three-part lecture series co-presented with El Rancho de las Golondrinas.
Two of the key museums in Lincoln will open for the summer season. The buildings are closed during the months of November through March due to lack of HVAC. The Tunstall Store will be opened seven days a week and the Dr. Woods House will be open Friday through Sunday, dependent on an adequate volunteer […]
The Friends of Archaeology (FOA) invite you to tour Boletsakwa and Patokwa Pueblos. Guided by Jemez Tribal Member and Traditional Cultural Properties Specialist Christopher Toya, participants will be treated to informal talks on the history of the area while experiencing the beauty of the Jemez Mountains and exploring these significant archaeological sites. Cost per person […]
During the Work Progress Administration (WPA) period of the 1930’s, the traditional arts of the region gained resurgence through federal programmed that trained and employed New Mexican folk artists, In 1936, Patrocino Barela’s expressionistic woodcarvings created under the auspices of the Federal Arts Project were a part of New Horizons in American Art at the […]
Learn more about how an art museum works and why. Visitors receive a "passport" for their exploration through the building. Museum staff members -- ranging from curators to educators to art preparators to security officers -- will be on hand to talk about the work they do. Receive a stamp at each station of your […]
Museum Hill Museums will be closed on Thursday April 10, 2014 due to Utility work in the area.
Foundation members are invited to see Turqouoise, Water, Sky at the Museum of Indian Arts & Culture before it opens to the public. The exhibition highlights the Museum’s extensive collection of Southwestern turquoise jewelry and presents all aspects of the stone, from geology, mining and history, to questions of authenticity and value. Live entertainment, wine […]
Turquoise, Water, Sky: The Stone and Its Meaning highlights the Museum’s extensive collection of Southwestern turquoise jewelry and presents all aspects of the stone, from geology, mining and history, to questions of authenticity and value. People in the Southwest have used turquoise for jewelry and ceremonial purposes and traded valuable stones both within and outside […]
Join Frank & Pilar Leto for an afternoon of Brazilian music and dance. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Brasil & Arte Popular
Public Opening: 1pm and 3pm - Dance performance by the Zuni Olla Maidens 1pm-4pm - Hands-on activities for all ages conducted by the museum’s Education Department. 2pm - Panel discussion by Cheryl Ingram(Silver Sun Gallery, Santa Fe), Joe Dan Lowry (The Turquoise Museum, Albuquerque), Douglas Magnus (silversmith and owner of the Tiffany Mine), Mark Bahti […]
Ever wonder why there’s an obelisk in the middle of the Santa Fe Plaza? Have you noticed the gargoyles on top of the Catron Building? Where was the gambling hall? Which tucked-away building held a Manhattan Project secret? Find out by taking a Downtown Walking Tour led by New Mexico History Museum/Palace of the Governors […]
The Friends of Indian Art (FIA) are invited to meet the talented family of Native American jewelry designers Connie, David and Wayne Nez. All are well-known in the world of contemporary art for their innovative, inspiring and spectacular works. All three will discuss their works. This fashion event will feature an overview of theri careers […]
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