Carlsbad Museum

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Carlsbad Museum
418 W. Fox, Carlsbad, NM
Mon-Sat: 9am-5pm | Sun: Closed
(575) 887-0276

👻 Looks like even ghosts appreciate great art!Our ghostly visitor has stopped to admire a print, and you should, too! Co...
10/12/2026

👻 Looks like even ghosts appreciate great art!

Our ghostly visitor has stopped to admire a print, and you should, too! Come explore José Guadalupe Posada: Legendary Printmaker of Mexico at Carlsbad Museum and discover the artist behind Mexico’s iconic skeleton imagery.

There’s plenty of art and history to uncover, so bring a friend and see what catches your eye! 👀

📍 Carlsbad Museum
🗓️ On view through December 31

Even ghosts know a good exhibit when they see one. 😉 Come visit us!

HEADS UP! (or should we say masks up?)For those who signed up, today’s Calavera mask class taught by Stephanie B Kurimsk...
10/10/2026

HEADS UP! (or should we say masks up?)

For those who signed up, today’s Calavera mask class taught by Stephanie B Kurimski will be pushed back from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.!!!
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We look forward to seeing everyone there and are very excited to see what you make! And be sure to check out José Guadalupe Posada: Legendary Printmaker of Mexico during your visit if you haven’t already as this exhibit inspired this free art class!

REMINDER for those who signed up for the Día de los Mu***os Memorial Frame class taught by Stephanie B Kurimski:🖼️Class ...
10/09/2026

REMINDER for those who signed up for the Día de los Mu***os Memorial Frame class taught by Stephanie B Kurimski:
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Class will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. TONIGHT!
We look forward to seeing everyone there and are very excited to see what you make! And be sure to check out José Guadalupe Posada: Legendary Printmaker of Mexico during your visit if you haven’t already as this exhibit inspired tonight’s and tomorrow’s free art classes! 💀

Our reception events for Jose Guadalupé Posada: Legendary Printmaker Of Mexico are just around the corner!Join us on Fri...
10/06/2026

Our reception events for Jose Guadalupé Posada: Legendary Printmaker Of Mexico are just around the corner!

Join us on Friday, October 23rd at Carlsbad Museum from 5:00 to 8:00 for our Calavera Gathering! Jim Nikas, Director of The Posada Art Foundation will be with us in-person for a talk and gallery walkthrough. K&P Catering will be serving hors d’oevres and live music will be provided by Today's Time Traveler!

Dia De Los Mu***os & Halloween Costumes are encouraged!

Then on Saturday, October 24th, join us from 11:00am to 12:00pm at Cavern Theatre for a special screening of the documentary film, Searching For Posada: ART And Revolutions!

Both events are FREE and open to the public.

The October 9th Memorial Frame Class and the October 10th Calavera Mask Classes are now full! We are excited to see what...
10/05/2026

The October 9th Memorial Frame Class and the October 10th Calavera Mask Classes are now full!

We are excited to see what fantastic art the students will create this weekend! 💀🖼️

💀 We’re not playing games here… (or are we?) 👻Step into the wonderfully macabre world of José Guadalupe Posada: Legendar...
10/05/2026

💀 We’re not playing games here… (or are we?) 👻

Step into the wonderfully macabre world of José Guadalupe Posada: Legendary Printmaker of Mexico and discover the artist behind some of Mexico’s most iconic skeleton imagery.

Bring some friends along, get a little competitive, and try your hand at a game Posada illustrated.

Come see the exhibit before it’s too late! 👀

🗓️ On view through December 31 at Carlsbad Museum.

The Día de Los Mu***os memorial picture frame class is full! but FIVE spots remain for the Calavera mask class on Octobe...
10/03/2026

The Día de Los Mu***os memorial picture frame class is full! but FIVE spots remain for the Calavera mask class on October 10th (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.)
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Call us at 575-887-0276 Mon. - Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to reserve your place before it's too late!
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Be sure to check out the exhibit that isnpired these free classes: 𝑱𝒐𝒔é 𝑮𝒖𝒂𝒅𝒂𝒍𝒖𝒑𝒆 𝑷𝒐𝒔𝒂𝒅𝒂: 𝑳𝒆𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑷𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒎𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒓 𝒐𝒇 𝑴𝒆𝒙𝒊𝒄𝒐 on view until Dec. 31!

10/02/2026

CALLING LOCAL ARTISTS! 🎨

Here’s your chance to leave your mark on Downtown Carlsbad!
We are accepting artist proposals for murals planned for Neon Alley. If you have a vision, a style and an idea you’d love to bring to life in one of these spaces, we want to hear from you.

View the available mural opportunities and submit your proposal here: https://app.seemylegacy.com/community/0

Help us continue adding color, creativity and local art to Downtown Carlsbad!

09/27/2026

By Michael BromkaCarlsbad LVSG members reveled in dancing skeletons and leering skulls (“calaveras”) engraved by Jose Guadalupe Posada, currently on exhibition at the Carlsbad Municipal Museum. Although two of the four LVSG day-trippers are legally blind, they raptly enjoyed vivid narration by M...

💀🌼 Celebrate Día de los Mu***os at Carlsbad Museum! 🌼💀Get creative with us this October as we celebrate Día de los Mu***...
09/23/2026

💀🌼 Celebrate Día de los Mu***os at Carlsbad Museum! 🌼💀

Get creative with us this October as we celebrate Día de los Mu***os with TWO special art classes taught by Stephanie B Kurimski!

🖼 Día de los Mu***os Picture Memorial Frame Class
📅 October 9th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Create a colorful memorial picture frame inspired by Día de los Mu***os traditions!

💀 Día de los Mu***os Calaveras Mask Class
📅 October 10th, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Create a mask inspired by the sugar skulls of Day of the Dead!

Whether you're honoring a loved one, exploring Mexican folk art, or simply looking for a fun evening of creativity, these FREE classes are a wonderful way to celebrate the season. 🌺🕯️

418 W. Fox St.
Space is limited, so be sure to call us at (575) 887 - 0276 to reserve your spot!

While you're here, check out José Guadalupe Posada: Legendary Printmaker of Mexico, on view until Dec. 31st.

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418 W Fox Street
Carlsbad, NM
88220

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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