Category: Art

What began as an effort to reduce graffiti grew into a meaningful public art installation through the City’s Public Art Program. [more…]

“This year’s awards culminate with eight honorees from across the state who truly represent what it means to embody the arts in New Mexico.” [more…]

Filming took place in communities including Albuquerque, Las Vegas, Santa Fe, Nambé, Santa Ana and Santo Domingo, highlighting the state’s diverse landscapes and growing reputation… [more…]

The film is one of two shark-themed productions the studio completed in southern New Mexico earlier this year. [more…]

“The marble that he used for that sculpture, for ‘David’ and for other really important, significant cultural objects from the Renaissance, came from the same mountain that we got our marble from.” [more…]

“Our mission is to inform, educate, and connect the communities we serve.” [more…]

Fun Fact: Did you know Mae Marsh, the popular silent film actress, was born in Madrid, NM in 1895? [more…]

From Chicago to Santa Monica, Route 66 passed through the heart of New Mexico—Tucumcari, Santa Rosa, Albuquerque, and Gallup—becoming a symbol of freedom, adventure, and… [more…]

The Film Office regularly highlights productions from New Mexico’s long filmmaking history, recognizing the state’s decades-long role as a backdrop for feature films and television… [more…]

Dancing with Life invites audiences to explore this festival culture through 50 historic and contemporary masks and five complete sets of stunning danza regalia. [more…]

The story follows a grieving widow who is forced to make funeral arrangements with the assistant of her estranged son after he declines to attend.  [more…]

“At the end of the day, it’s a love story. But not just romantic love; it’s about the people who show up, the community that… [more…]

“The Adventures of Burantino” is directed by Leonid Nechayev and based on author Alexey Tolstoy’s story “The Golden Key.” [more…]

A ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially dedicate the mural will be announced in the coming weeks. [more…]

A highlight of the performance was Del Hansen’s recitation of Aaron Copland’s Lincoln Portrait, adding a tribute to President Abraham Lincoln during the holiday celebration. [more…]

“We are very excited to be producing what we believe are among the first AI-enhanced, photorealistic animated series created in New Mexico, and to collaborate… [more…]

The exhibition offers visitors an opportunity to explore one of New Mexico’s enduring artistic traditions while hearing directly from the artists and cultural leaders whose… [more…]

“New Mexico continues to set the standard for film incentives, with states across the country following our lead.” [more…]

The opportunity is a one-time volunteer assignment, though similar photography opportunities may become available during Full Moon Night events planned for September and October. [more…]

City officials say the selfie challenge is intended to encourage residents to engage with public art and discover pieces they may pass every day without… [more…]

Dancing with Life attests that mask-making is a contemporary artistic expression that is influenced as much by current events and pop culture as it is… [more…]

Festival events are scheduled throughout Las Cruces and at New Mexico State University, featuring jazz performances, educational programs, art exhibitions and community gatherings. [more…]

“Homage to Then/Small Worlds” explores the physical world through an abstract lens. [more…]

Rather than treating Cannes as a standalone event, New Mexico is carrying that message forward. [more…]

The Telly Awards honors excellence in video and television across all screens and is judged by leaders from video platforms, television, streaming networks, and production… [more…]

“In the afterward of the book there’s a picture of my mom in 1935 at 18 years old in Dalhart, Texas. She was there in… [more…]

As buildings collapse, power fails, and the floodwater rises higher than anyone anticipated, a family vacation becomes a desperate fight for survival. [more…]

“There is something truly magical about the light and nature in southern New Mexico, and the generosity of the Las Cruces community made this ambitious… [more…]

Deadline to vote for your favorite is Thursday, May 28. [more…]

Audiences are invited to experience an evening of high-energy jazz, blending a dynamic range of musical styles and influences. [more…]

“Continuing the grant program is vital for fostering music engagement and education across New Mexico, especially in our rural, tribal, and underserved communities.” [more…]

“The idea is to preserve it as it is. If we can’t get something tiny off with the air bulb or some other minimal work,… [more…]

3 was filmed in and around Las Cruces, including at Palacio Bar in Mesilla, downtown Las Cruces, St. Andrew’s, Chope’s in La Mesa, and many… [more…]

“ ‘Barracuda’ is the perfect production to show off everything Las Cruces has to offer.” [more…]

Sonoma Elementary School earned its second Tell the Story Film Showcase win, following its 2025 victory. Las Cruces High School has now won best film… [more…]

“The American flag carries many meanings, and for Native communities, those meanings are often layered and deeply personal.” [more…]

“Our students bring curiosity, dedication, and joy to every rehearsal and performance, while our teachers create the opportunities, guidance, and inspiration that make those moments… [more…]

“It brings both professional and personal delight to the librarians and staff at the New Mexico State Library to receive a piece of the Library… [more…]

State also shortlisted for diversity, equity and inclusion award at Cannes [more…]

This meeting is open to the public. [more…]

The reading is free and open the public and copies of “Cinnamon Fire,” along with another of her books “For the Loneliness of Walking Out,”… [more…]

The Into the Great White Sands photographic collection is owned by the NMSU Library, Archives, and Special Collections. [more…]

“It’s an uplifting and unifying film and a ray of hope on Earth Day. There’s something we can all do about extreme climate.” [more…]

Bottle caps and packaging straps, once part of childhood play and learning, return to the work as reminders of how small, everyday objects quietly influence… [more…]

The goal of this exhibition is to pose questions about the founding of the United States as a nation and how its original promises outlined… [more…]

Artistic exhibitions have included photographs of agave fields and the making of tequila, ceramics reflecting the wildlife of the Mesilla Valley, and photographs related to… [more…]

Beginning Sunday, April 19, 2026, E.J. and Mabel and the Albert Johnson bronze sculptures will undergo maintenance. [more…]

“Aggie Fashion Week continues to demonstrate that sustainability can be both thoughtful and aesthetically compelling.” [more…]