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Welcome to the Museum of New Mexico Foundation blog. Here, you'll find news about the Foundation and information on exhibitions and events taking place at the four state museums in Santa Fe, eight historic sites across New Mexico, and the Office of Archaeological Studies.
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Historic No. 9 Chile is Number One in Fort Selden’s Chile Garden
Fort Selden Historic Site is the only place in New Mexico growing a special chile in its garden this year, the original New Mexico No. 9, from a historically bred and cultivated variety provided by the Chile Pepper Institute… -
Dignify by Design Summit Gathers Leaders in Design to Discuss Themes of Dignity
Respecting People, Place and Tradition The 4th biennial design summit, hosted by the Museum of New Mexico Foundation in partnership with Human Dignity Projects, will gather leaders in the… -
Everlasting Gifts: The Legacy of Eugenie Shonnard
Eugenie Shonnard was a highly respected sculptor in her day, known for whimsical animal figures, Southwestern religious iconography and respectful depictions of Indigenous peoples. In an era when women artists usually entered commercial fields like lacemaking and wallpaper design, Shonnard… -
Retrospective of the Work of Nuevomexicano Artist Policarpio Valencia
The Museum of International Folk Art (MOIFA) is proud to announce Appearances Deceive: Embroideries by Policarpio Valencia, a groundbreaking retrospective of the work of Nuevomexicano artist Policarpio Valencia (1853-1931). The exhibition, running from June 8,… -
Visiting the New Mexico History Museum and Palace of the Governors
Our state’s history is complex. It’s worth a closer look. It’s ever-changing. The stories are here. New Mexico History Museum tells them through exhibitions, scholarship, exceptional collections, community building, and diverse perspectives. A division of… -
The Camel Corps at Coronado Historic Site
Get up close to camels and learn about the history of the Texas Camel Corps at Coronado Historic Site during a family-friendly event on Saturday, April 12, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This special event is presented by New… -
Exhibition at New Mexico History Museum Focuses on Iconic Northern New Mexico Pilgrimage Site, Chimayó
More than 30,000 people walk miles up narrow roads in Northern New Mexico each year in search of blessings or miracles. The exhibition, Chimayó: A Tradition of Faith, opens at New Mexico History Museum April 12, 2025, and… -
Friends of Folk Art Present the 14th Annual Folk Art Flea
Mark your calendars! This year’s Folk Art Flea returns on Saturday, June 7 at the Santa Fe County Fairgrounds. Admission is free and members of the Friends of Folk Art (FOFA) enjoy an hour of early-bird… -
Karla McWilliams brings experience and passion for preservation to new role as Deputy Director of NM Historic Preservation Division
The New Mexico Historic Preservation Division is proud to announce that Karla McWilliams has been named the new Deputy Director of the division. “Working with Karla for more than a decade, I’ve seen… -
Ewe know it will be fun--Sheep Shearing Day at Los Luceros
Sheep Shearing Day on Sunday, April 6, is a great opportunity to see Los Luceros Historic Site’s flock of Navajo-Churro sheep up close and learn how their wool is removed, processed, and turned into fiber art. “Navajo-Churro sheep…
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