Museum of New Mexico Foundation

06/02/2026

This summer, the NM Office of Archaeological Studies is partnering with the New Mexico State Library’s Unearth a Story program to bring Ice Age America to libraries across the state! (See event dates below.)

Join an archaeologist to learn about the people, animals and technologies of ancient New Mexico through hands-on activities and a touch-and-feel tabletop museum featuring spears, mammoth teeth, sabretooth skulls and more.

Check your local library’s event calendar for dates and times, and plan to arrive a few minutes early as programs are not designed for drop-in attendance.

Upcoming events:
🔸June 2 - Santa Fe Southside Library, 3:30 p.m.
🔸 June 4 - Edgewood Library, 11:00 a.m.
🔸Jude 8 - Columbus Library, 10:00 a.m
🔸June 8 - Bayard Library, 1:00 p.m.
🔸June 8 - Silver City Library, 3:00 p.m.
🔸June 9 - Santa Fe Main Library, 3:30 p.m.
🔸June 11 -Belen Library, 10:30 a.m.
🔸June 11 - Bosque Farms Library, 1:00 p.m.
🔸June 12 - Bernalillo Library, 10:00 a.m.
🔸June 16 -Santa Fe LaFarge Library, 3:30 p.m.
🔸June 17 - Rio Rancho Library, 2:00 p.m.
🔸June 18 - Aztec Library, 10:00 a.m.
🔸June 18 - Bloomfield Library, 1:00 p.m.
🔸June 18 - Farmington Library, 5:00 p.m.

06/01/2026

Discover upcoming exhibition openings, cultural programs and hands-on activities happening at New Mexico’s state museums and historic sites. Whether you’re visiting with family or exploring on your own, there’s always something exciting to experience.

Members receive free admission and access to even more museum perks and events. Find this week’s lineup and start exploring: https://heyor.ca/La8SGn

05/22/2026

Become a vital partner in supporting New Mexico’s arts and history with a Museum of New Mexico Foundation membership! Your membership helps strengthen the four state museums in Santa Fe, eight historic sites across the state and the Office of Archaeological Studies. Enjoy exclusive benefits like special exhibition access, educational programs, social events and award-winning publications. Join today to expand your cultural experiences, or give the gift of membership to someone special!

Learn more about our membership levels and the benefits you'll receive → https://heyor.ca/o5XfBX

05/13/2026

We’re proud to work with Deborah Garcia y Griego, NM Department of Cultural Affairs Secretary and Americans for the Arts board member, to support our 13 partner cultural institutions. In advance of AFTACON’s June convening in Albuquerque, learn more about the Secretary’s role in our state’s arts and culture infrastructure and how to attend the conference.

When AFTACON comes to Albuquerque this June, it arrives in a state that knows how to organize for impact — where arts advocacy starts at the community level and builds into something bigger.

Debra Garcia y Griego, Cabinet Secretary for the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs and Americans for the Arts board member, has directed more than $100 million in cultural investment across all 33 counties and 23 tribal communities in New Mexico. Her work is built on a foundational belief: culture is essential infrastructure — as vital to the health of communities as any road or bridge.

“Our department prioritizes place-based and community-led approaches that respect local knowledge and leadership. We believe that the people closest to the culture must be the ones who direct its future.”

New Mexico’s creative community has shown up — from AFTACON “First Look” receptions in Albuquerque and Santa Fe to the local advocates making the case for the arts on Capitol Hill. That momentum doesn’t happen without leaders like Debra helping to build it. We’re honored to have her voice in the room.

AFTACON June 2–5 | Albuquerque, NM

Read our full Q+A: https://bit.ly/4d2iAC0

05/12/2026

Make the most of your week with a visit to New Mexico’s state museums and historic sites. Whether you’re interested in history, art or family-friendly fun, there’s an experience waiting for you.

Members receive free admission and access to even more unique programs.

Explore upcoming events and plan your visit today: https://heyor.ca/La8SGn

05/08/2026

Don’t miss out, there are only a few days left to shop the Museum of New Mexico Foundation Shops Sale!

Now through May 10, Museum of New Mexico Foundation members can enjoy Double Discount Days and score special savings on unique, handcrafted items, gifts and more, available at all Museum Shops and online.

It’s the perfect time to pick up something meaningful while supporting the museums you love. Shop before the sale ends in-store and online at shopmuseum.org.

05/04/2026

Experience the stories, culture and creativity of New Mexico this week at our state museums and historic sites. With events for all interests and ages, it’s the perfect time to explore something new.

Museum members enjoy free admission and access to special experiences.

Check out this week’s events and plan your visit: https://heyor.ca/La8SGn

05/01/2026

Become a part of something meaningful by joining The Circles, a unique blend of friendship and philanthropy that supports the Museum of New Mexico Foundation and its 13 partner cultural institutions. Your membership helps fund exhibitions, educational programs and advocacy for the four state museums in Santa Fe, eight historic sites statewide and the Office of Archaeological Studies.

Beyond giving back, you gain insider access to private tours with museum directors and curators, explore exceptional collections in new ways, and so much more. Join The Circles today at https://heyor.ca/DgbnpX!

04/27/2026

Looking for something inspiring to do this week? New Mexico’s state museums and historic sites offer a variety of programs, from cultural experiences to interactive activities for all ages.

Find out what’s happening and start exploring: https://heyor.ca/La8SGn

04/25/2026

Our Member Extra Discount Shops Sale starts May 5! Shop our five Museum Shops and shopmuseum.org and enjoy an extra 10% off your purchase.

General Members receive 20% off and Circles and Circles Explorers Members receive 25% off May 5-10th. Not a member? Join today and get access to the double discount, free admissions to the five state museums, eight historic sites and more at museumfoundation.org.