New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs
Recent News About New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs
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Santa Fe, NM – After five years of rehabilitation work at the New Mexico History Museum (NMHM) Palace of the Governors, the Museum presents “History Homecoming: Past, Present, Palace” on Sunday, April 21, 2024, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. This free community event celebrates the hard work in making this beloved landmark brighter than ever, and will include interactive experiences, cultural art performances, demonstrations, and new exhibits inside the Palace."The Palace of the Governors is a nationally significant landmark with complex associations as a structure, site, symbol and...
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Albuquerque, NM – An international team of researchers, including a research associate from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS), has unveiled a groundbreaking discovery of a new species of carnivorous amphibian that roamed the Earth nearly 300 million years ago.Dr. Anthony Fiorillo, the Executive Director of NMMNHS, highlighted the significance of the finding, stating, “Not only does this discovery increase our understanding of life before the dinosaurs, but it also demonstrates the value of international collaboration in paleontology.” He further...
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In a bid to celebrate the intersection of art and poetry, the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs (NMDCA) has initiated a statewide ekphrastic poetry contest, drawing inspiration from artwork displayed across the state."The artwork on display throughout the Department of Cultural Affairs reminds us that beauty and inspiration are all around us," stated NMDCA Director of Communications and Marketing, Daniel Zillmann.The contest, aimed at highlighting the artistic and cultural heritage of New Mexico, features 10 selected works of art from various NMDCA divisions,...
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The Bosque Redondo Memorial at Fort Sumner Historic Site is currently undergoing its annual Spring cleanup, as announced by the site management. This effort aims to prepare the site for visitors keen on exploring the rich history and enjoying the serene surroundings, which now include newborn lambs.According to the site management, the staff is actively engaged in finalizing various interpretive and facility improvement projects, ensuring a more engaging and informative experience for visitors. The site operates from Wednesday to Sunday, welcoming guests from 10 a.m. to 4...
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Planting Season is “Springing” up on us at Los Luceros Historic Site in Alcalde, New Mexico. Our team is already getting ready for Summer and the Fall Harvest Season with Farm and Ranch Ranger Ray Valdez plowing the fields to get them ready for alfalfa seeds and the baby chile sprouts that are still snuggling in their starter flats.The Los Luceros Historic Site is gearing up for the upcoming season, with preparations underway for a bountiful Summer and Fall harvest. Farm and Ranch Ranger Ray Valdez is diligently plowing the fields in anticipation of planting alfalfa seeds...
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Black troopers known as Buffalo Soldiers from Fort Stanton played a key role in the transition of New Mexico from a territory into a state. In recognition of the site’s significance to Black History, the National Park Service recently added the Fort Stanton Historic Site to its Reconstruction Era National Historic Network."In 1876 Buffalo Soldiers built the Fort Stanton Laundress Quarters which still stands at the site and is one of the few surviving structures directly associated with the Black troops. The fort and the structure are some of the most important Black...
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The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) in Albuquerque, NM is preparing to showcase a new guest-curated art exhibition that delves into the influence of artworks by incarcerated artists. Titled Paño Connections – Corazón Knows No Bounds, the exhibition is curated by Eric “Christo” Martinez and is set to open at the NHCC Visual Art Museum on Friday, Feb. 23.NHCC Head Curator and Visual Arts Program Manager Jadira Gurulé expressed the center's excitement about the upcoming exhibition, stating, “We are incredibly honored to be working with Christo as an artist and the...
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Santa Fe, NM – The Museum of Indian Arts & Culture is excited to announce the appointment of Emily Berkes as its new family and programs educator. With a strong background in art history and contemporary art, Emily brings a wealth of experience and fresh ideas to enhance the museum's educational programs. She officially assumed her role on January 20.As the museum's new family and programs educator, Emily will be responsible for developing and implementing engaging programs to connect children, families, teachers, and other adults with the exhibits at the Museum of Indian...
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The New Mexico Historic Preservation Division (NMHPD) is pleased to announce that three historic properties in New Mexico have been added to the National Register of Historic Places. The properties include Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary in Santa Fe County, Medical Arts Historic District in Bernalillo County, and Biavaschi Saloon-Capital Bar in Socorro County."These buildings showcase the broad range of architectural styles on display throughout New Mexico’s history,” said State Historic Preservation Officer Jeff Pappas. “On the surface, a seminary in Santa Fe might not...
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The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs has revealed that the state's nonprofit arts and culture industry injected $740.9 million into the economy in 2022. This data was unveiled in the Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6) study, conducted by Americans for the Arts, which underscored the significant economic impact of the nonprofit arts and culture sector in New Mexico.
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On July 25, the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs issued a press release announcing the upcoming Old Fort Lincoln Days event, scheduled for August 4th through the 6th.
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The NMMOA Vladem Contemporary will present its first-ever exhibition titled “Shadow and Light,” commencing on Saturday, Sept. 23 of this year and concluding on May 28, 2024.
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Albuquerque-based Verus Research has announced that it awarded $50,000 to the New Mexico Museum of Natural History Foundation as the Presenting Sponsor of the Verus Research DynaTheater, according to a release by the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs.
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New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs' office of Archaeological Studies has a new business operations director and he says he's excited to be there
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This week, the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs issued a press release to announce the celebration of the 75th anniversary of Native American voting rights in New Mexico through Encounter Culture.