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Cortney Wands named New Mexico State Archaeologist by Historic Preservation Division
Arts & Culture

Cortney Wands has been appointed as the New Mexico State Archaeologist, according to an announcement from the New Mexico Historic Preservation Division (NMHPD).


National Hispanic Cultural Center hosts free Día de los Muertos events for families
Arts & Culture

The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) in Albuquerque is preparing for Día de los Muertos with a series of free, family-oriented events.


Restored Cadillac highlights Fred Harvey history at New Mexico museum
Arts & Culture

A restored 1929 Cadillac 341-B, originally from the Harvey Company, will be displayed at the New Mexico History Museum in Santa Fe from October 25 to November 9, 2025.


National Hispanic Cultural Center celebrates its 25th anniversary with free public events
Arts & Culture

The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is preparing to mark its 25th anniversary with a celebration on October 25.


Río Grande Sky Fiesta returns with new attractions at Los Luceros Historic Site
Arts & Culture

The Northern Río Grande National Heritage Area (NRGNHA) is set to host the 2025 Río Grande Sky Fiesta at Los Luceros Historic Site in Alcalde, New Mexico.


Restored historic Cadillac featured in New Mexico History Museum pop-up exhibit
Arts & Culture

A restored 1929 Cadillac 341-B, known as the Harvey Car, will be on display in the lobby of the New Mexico History Museum from October 25 to November 9, 2025.


Arts & Culture: Raven Chacon’s Tiguex Soars
Arts & Culture

However finely one may write about an event, it is the lived encounter that lends words their true gravity.


Northern Río Grande National Heritage Area announces 2025 Sky Fiesta at Los Luceros Historic Site
Arts & Culture

The Northern Río Grande National Heritage Area (NRGNHA) has announced the return of the Río Grande Sky Fiesta, scheduled for October 25–26, 2025, at Los Luceros Historic Site in Alcalde, New Mexico.


National Hispanic Cultural Center marks 25th anniversary with public celebration
Arts & Culture

The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) in Albuquerque will mark its 25th anniversary with a free public celebration on October 25.


Shuter Library of Angel Fire seeks director to oversee operations and community programs
Arts & Culture

Shuter Library of Angel Fire, located in Angel Fire, New Mexico, is seeking to hire a new Director.


New Mexico Museum of Space History announces Wings & Water Star Party event
Arts & Culture

On October 25, 2025, the New Mexico Museum of Space History will host an astronomy event titled "Wings & Water Star Party" in Alamogordo.


Museum announces continuation of summer fellowship program for 2026
Arts & Culture

The Museum of International Folk Art (MOIFA) has announced the continuation of its Summer Research Fellowship Program for 2026.


El Palacio magazine wins multiple awards at IRMA conference
Arts & Culture

El Palacio, the magazine of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, has been recognized at the 45th annual International Regional Media Association (IRMA) conference in Calgary, Canada.


Las Cruces opens Pedrena Senior Living Apartments for affordable senior housing
Arts & Culture

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and Mayor Eric Enriquez attended the opening of Pedrena Senior Living Apartments in Las Cruces on September 30.


New Mexico State Library seeks reader advisor for blind and print disabled program
Arts & Culture

The New Mexico State Library has announced an open position for a Reader Advisor at the Library for the Blind and Print Disabled.


Exhibition highlights paño arte tradition at Las Cruces Museum of Art
Arts & Culture

The Museum of Art in Las Cruces is set to unveil a new exhibition titled "Into the Hourglass: Paño Arte from the Rudy Padilla Collection."


Museum opens exhibit exploring indigenous perspectives on climate change
Arts & Culture

The Museum of Indian Arts & Culture (MIAC) has announced the opening of a new exhibition titled "Essential Elements: Art, Environment, and Indigenous Futures."


New Mexico State Library staff to present at annual NMLA conference
Arts & Culture

New Mexico State Library staff will participate in the upcoming New Mexico Library Association (NMLA) Annual Conference by presenting a series of sessions and workshops.


Fiesta of Cultures highlights diverse traditions at Coronado Historic Site
Arts & Culture

The annual Fiesta of Cultures will take place at the Coronado Historic Site in Bernalillo, New Mexico, on Saturday, October 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is organized by New Mexico Historic Sites and The Friends of Coronado and Jemez...


Library Support Network offers free membership to aid public library fundraising
Arts & Culture

Fundraising is important for public libraries to maintain and improve their services, expand programs, and offer more resources to the community.