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GENERAL INFORMATION

General Information

About the Museum of International Folk Art: http://www.internationalfolkart.org/

The Museum of International Folk Art is a division of the Department of Cultural Affairs, under the leadership of the Board of Regents for the Museum of New Mexico. Programs and exhibits are generously supported by the Museum of New Mexico Foundation, through the generous support of donors.

Founded in 1953 by Florence Dibell Bartlett, the Museum of International Folk Art’s mission is to foster understanding of the traditional arts to illuminate human creativity and shape a humane world. The museum holds the world’s largest international folk art collection of more than 150,000 objects from six continents and over 150 nations, representing a broad range of global artists whose artistic expressions make Santa Fe an international crossroads of culture. For many visitors, fascination with folk art begins upon seeing the whimsical toys and traditional objects within the Girard Collection. For others, the international textiles, ceramics, carvings and other cultural treasures in the Neutrogena Collection provide the allure.  The museum’s historic and contemporary Latino and Hispano folk art collections, spanning the Spanish Colonial period to modern-day New Mexico, reflect how artists respond to their time and place in ways both delightful and sobering. In 2010, the museum opened the Mark Naylor and Dale Gunn Gallery of Conscience, where exhibitions encourage visitors to exchange ideas on complex issues of human rights and social justice.

 

706 Camino Lejo, on Museum Hill in Santa Fe, NM 87505. (505) 476-1200. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, May through October; closed Mondays November through April, closed Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Events, news releases and images about activities at the Museum of International Folk Art and other divisions in the Department of Cultural Affairs can be accessed at www.media.newmexicoculture.org

 

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EXHIBITIONS

Exhibitions

January 1, 2011 @ 10:00 am - December 31, 2030 @ 5:00 pm

Multiple Visions: A Common Bond Permanent Exhibit

The Girard Collection: Enduring Appeal It is entirely possible to be both delighted and overwhelmed by the Alexander Girard’s one-of-a-kind exhibition—even after more than twenty-five years. The vastness of the exhibit spac...

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Artist Panel Discussion A Century of Masters

Museum of International Folk Art 706 Camino Lejo, on Museum Hill, Santa Fe, NM, United States

A Century of Masters: NEA National Heritage Fellows of New Mexico exhibition Curator Nicolasa Chavez is joined by artists and artist decendants Ramon Jose Lopez, Charlie Carrillo, Marie Romero Cash, Orvin Trujillo and Josephine Binford. A unique opportunity to meet award winning artists.  By Museum admission, New Mexico residents with I.D. free on Sundays, youth […]

Wayang Kulit Demonstration Indonesian Shadow Puppets

Museum of International Folk Art 706 Camino Lejo, on Museum Hill, Santa Fe, NM, United States

Join puppeteer and Berkley University Gamelan instructor Ki Midiyanto for a demonstration of Wayang Kulit.  Final day to tour this exhibition and explore the interactive puppet making workshop.  By Museum admission, New Mexico residents with I.D. free on Sundays, youth 16 and under and foundation members always free.

Wayang Kulit Panel Discussion Indonesian Shadow Puppets

Museum of International Folk Art 706 Camino Lejo, on Museum Hill, Santa Fe, NM, United States

Wayang Kulit panel discussion presented in conjunction with the exhibition Dancing Shadows, Epic Tales: Wayang Kulit of Indonesia». By Museum admission, New Mexico residents with I.D Free on Sundays, youth 16 and under and foundation members» always free!  

Walking Together Community Labyrinth Walk

Museum of International Folk Art 706 Camino Lejo, on Museum Hill, Santa Fe, NM, United States

Walking Together Celebrating the Winter SolsticeThe Santa Fe Labyrinth Resource Group» cordially invites the public to a community labyrinth walk with live music. The labyrinth is outdoors, please dress warmly. Call Elaine Coleman at 983-9747 for more information.

Material World: Textiles and Dress from the Collection

Museum of International Folk Art 706 Camino Lejo, on Museum Hill, Santa Fe, NM, United States

The exhibition was accompanied by a richly illustrated catalogue authored by exhibition curator Bobbie Sumberg. The catalog divides the textile and costume collection into two categories, textiles and dress, and into several subcategories: textiles for the bed; for the dwelling; for the church, temple, or ceremony; and, decorative pieces such as samplers. Dress is divided […]

Winter Celebration on Museum Hill

Museum of International Folk Art 706 Camino Lejo, on Museum Hill, Santa Fe, NM, United States

The Museum of International Folk Art and the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture celebrate the holiday season on Sunday December 6th from 1 to 4 p.m.  Family fun for all ages!  New Mexico Residents with I.D. free every Sunday, youth 16 and under and foundation members always free!

Una Noche de los Muertos Fundraising Partry

Museum of International Folk Art 706 Camino Lejo, on Museum Hill, Santa Fe, NM, United States

The Folk Art Committee invites everyone to this gala fundraising event! With its roots in Pre-Columbian Mexico, Noche de los Muertos is a festive celebration of life, family and community. Join us as we recreate one of the most colorful and vibrant holidays in the Mexican Calendar. You will enjoy lavish foods from Santa Fe's […]

The Origins and Symbol of the Labyrinth in the Southwest Lecture and Labyrinth walk

Museum of International Folk Art 706 Camino Lejo, on Museum Hill, Santa Fe, NM, United States

Join noted English scholar Jeff Saward for The Origins and Symbol of the Labyrinth in the Southwest, exploring the use of the labyrinth symbol, most notably the "man in the maze" design, by Southwestern Native people.  The lecture is followed by a labyrinth walk. This event is free and does not include admission to Museum […]

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