El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe

El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe A community non-profit celebrating our 26th year in the heart of the Santa Fe Railyard.

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the generational art, culture and traditions of Northern New Mexico, organized as a Center of Culture and Learning. As much an educational and community gathering space as a museum, el Museo celebrates Santa Fe's—and New Mexico's—rich heritage by hosting and curating a wide range of events, from children's theater, concerts, exhibits by local artists, Dia de Mu***os celebrations, lectures, and traveling shows.

🎨 Join us this Friday, September 6th from 6-8 pm for the opening of Si-N-N Networks Presents - el Fin del Mundo Y Otras ...
09/02/2024

🎨 Join us this Friday, September 6th from 6-8 pm for the opening of Si-N-N Networks Presents - el Fin del Mundo Y Otras Cosas”(The End of the World & Other Things) featuring the works of Ramón F. Barela MFA, multi-media artist, author, performance artist, & educator.

🐚 Blessing by Danza Tonantzin de Analco
🎶 Spirit Flute playing by Robert Goodluck
🎭 Performance by Ramón F. Barela
✍️ Interaction by the Audience

Protect our Sacred Rituals.

Barela’s work usually consists of installation art, video, performance and the use of a structure or container in which to tell a story as an artist journalist.

As background for the installation, the artist has created a metaphorical road with white rocks. This is a reference to Sacbe, a Mayan term that literally translates to “White Road “and was used to describe the roads of rock they would erect and cover with White Limestone to mimic the Milky Way. These were considered sacred paths.

There will be a collection of flat rocks available, that have been coated with limestone, to mimic the Maya roads of Sacbe.

The viewer will be asked to write on the stones, what is news, true, important, climate change, disinformation, etc.? This form of engagement is of importance because it is evident that we are all being bombarded by false and true information daily. These inscribed stones will be laid out in the form of a path. Metaphorically like a ‘Sacbe Camino de Verdad’, (Sacbe Road of Truth).

The artist feels that we are living in a time of inflection, a time of transition. The future seems very stark and detrimental. We are very close to losing our PLANET. WE MUST ACT NOW!! We are living in critical times of indifferences, division, and the Earth seems to be letting us know.

We welcome you to contribute to the background for Barela’s installation 🤗



🎨 Join us this Friday, August 30th from 5-7 pm for the opening of a retrospective of Cathie Sullivan’s work. Since comin...
08/26/2024

🎨 Join us this Friday, August 30th from 5-7 pm for the opening of a retrospective of Cathie Sullivan’s work.

Since coming to Santa Fe in 1966, Cathie Sullivan has painted in oils and been a silk screen printer. For 29 years she owned Tewa Enterprises and specialized in hand-printing the work of Pueblo and Navajo artists.

The exhibit opening on Friday and continuing through September will include 57 oils, prints and drawings, as well as notecards, and 20 hand carved figures of animals.

Subjects include New Mexican scenes, imagined scenes and events, protest pieces (for instance about nuclear weapons) and a few abstract paintings. Show prices range from less than $100.00 to several hundred for limited edition prints up to several thousand for major oil paintings.

Please note that 80% of all proceeds will be contributed to three local non-profit organizations: Amigos del Parque, Nuclear Watch New Mexico and El Museo Cultural de Santa fe.

Cathie will be available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during museum hours and also by appointment to see the show on Museum’s open hours Wednesdays and Thursdays. Wednesday and Thursday appointments can be made by calling (505) 982-7144 or by email .



07/25/2024
🇵🇪 And don’t miss the ongoing exhibit “ENCUENTRO CON EL ARTE POPULAR PERUANO”, sponsored by  and  and in collaboration w...
07/23/2024

🇵🇪 And don’t miss the ongoing exhibit “ENCUENTRO CON EL ARTE POPULAR PERUANO”, sponsored by and and in collaboration with .artesanos on display through July 28th.

This encounter with Peruvian art includes a retablo art exhibition with work by Julio Gallardo and Jesus Ore Landeo, an arpillera textile exhibition with work by Rosa Palomino Molina, a Shipibo Conibo textile and ceramic art exhibition with work by Olinda Silvano Inuma de Arias and Oliver Agustín, and a photo exhibition with the work of 30 winning artists.

We are so excited to share the work of these artists from Peru and maintain our connection throughout the Americas ❤️🇵🇪



🎨 We have 2 new shows opening this Friday, July 26th! The artwork of veterans whose passion is to create from the heart ...
07/23/2024

🎨 We have 2 new shows opening this Friday, July 26th!

The artwork of veterans whose passion is to create from the heart and the soul will be on display through mid-August.

This group of artists, who are military veterans, are sharing the paintings, photography, writing and sculptures they have created.

Opening Reception: Friday July 26th from 4-7 pm

🖼️: Afternoon Garden



🖼️ Join us on Friday, July 26th for the openings of 2 new shows! Jesus Salas will be showcasing his murals in the exhibi...
07/23/2024

🖼️ Join us on Friday, July 26th for the openings of 2 new shows!

Jesus Salas will be showcasing his murals in the exhibit “Jornada Al Centro Del Yo/Journey to the Center of the I”, which he has created over the course of a decade.

Salas shares: “My murals depict healing my inner child and navigating my intersectional identities to understand my personal and professional purpose. Los Mayas have a saying, “In Lak’esh”, in community, you are my other me. Through language, heritage and identity. When one shows vulneragousness (vulnerability and courage) others will follow.”

The opening reception for Jesus Salas will be held from 4:30 to 8:30 pm.

📢 Stay tuned for information about our other exhibits on display and opening this weekend



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07/21/2024

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❤️👉🇵🇪 🧶 Join us July 18th at 3 pm for a free workshop and exhibit in backstrap loom weaving with indigenous Peruvian wea...
07/16/2024

❤️👉🇵🇪 🧶 Join us July 18th at 3 pm for a free workshop and exhibit in backstrap loom weaving with indigenous Peruvian weaver Timoteo Ccarita Sucaca - Pitumarca - Cusco - Peru presented by Peruvian Folk Art and el Museo and sponsored by and Sabor Peruano Restaurant.

🏔️ A dedicated traditional Andean weaver, Timoteo has spent a lifetime revitalizing the ancient traditional ways of weaving and preserving his culture’s textile heritage and in 2013 was recognized by the Peruvian Ministry of Culture and was given the distinction of Meritorious Person of Culture (Personalidad Meritoria de la Cultura) for his work in preserving and protecting Andean Textile arts and culture.

🌎 Today, Timoteo continues to instruct young people, encouraging them to teach others and pass on their knowledge. He supports numerous weaving associations and maintains a group of ten or so other weavers from eight communities in the Pitumarca area, helping to market their work at his own shop space in Cusco.

✨Many of the patterns used by Timoteo are interpretations of ancestral worldview: from observations of the stars, repetitious motifs representative of rituals and energetic spirits, where beauty and mystery coexist in the textiles.

🇵🇪 This workshop is part of the exhibit “ENCUENTRO CON EL ARTE POPULAR PERUANO: Ancestral worldview in folk art form” which will be on view at el Museo July 17-28




Thank you to all who joined and supported a weekend of inter-generational and inter-regional healing, dialogue, artistic...
07/16/2024

Thank you to all who joined and supported a weekend of inter-generational and inter-regional healing, dialogue, artistic expression and activism 🫶

“Forward Movement”, showcasing the works of climate activist and artist , was organized by , and along with “Resurgence, A Feast of Indigenous Flavors & Visionary Art”, with a culinary experience led by which took place , is part of a series of events aimed at promoting peace & reconciliation by raising awareness around historic and contemporary issues facing Indigenous and land based communities in northern New Mexico and abroad.




Join us this Thursday, July 11th from 5:30-9:00 pm for the opening of “Forward Movement”. “Forward Movement” is an art s...
07/09/2024

Join us this Thursday, July 11th from 5:30-9:00 pm for the opening of “Forward Movement”.

“Forward Movement” is an art show featuring the powerful works of Jacob Johns (Akimel O’Otham / Hopi) . This exhibition showcases his journey and resilience through art, addressing themes of activism, identity, and healing. The opening reception on July 11th will provide an opportunity to meet the artist and experience his work firsthand.

The Tewa Basin Collective is proud to announce a series of events aimed at promoting peace & reconciliation by raising awareness around historic and contemporary issues facing Indigenous and land based communities in northern New Mexico and abroad.

These events are part of a broader effort to foster restorative justice and accountability following the tragic incident on September 28, 2023, where climate activist Jacob Johns was injured during a peaceful protest in Rio Arriba County. These include the show “Forward Movement”, two community workshops held at el Museo, and “Resurgence: A Feast of Indigenous Flavors & Visionary Art,” a Cultural Fusion Gala held at The Kitchen Table on July 14th.

Lots of exciting events next month!
06/24/2024

Lots of exciting events next month!

06/18/2024

Next month!

Peruvian Folk Art (PEFA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and its purpose is to inspire appreciation and knowledge of the diverse manifestations of folk art, history, languages ​​and ancestral cultures of Peru, in the city of Santa Fe, New Mexi

06/08/2024
& as with all of our programming, La Pachanga de Las Estrellas was created for and by the community 🫶🫶🫶We couldn’t be he...
05/28/2024

& as with all of our programming, La Pachanga de Las Estrellas was created for and by the community 🫶🫶🫶

We couldn’t be here without the hard work of volunteers who helped with setup, ticket taking, and event organization. Thank you to everyone for coming out.

It was wonderful to see longtime el Museo members and supporters, original founders, our (volunteer) board, and a new generation enjoying the space 😌

BTS (behind the scenes) pics:

P1: Volunteer Sonya María Martínez poses with Pachanga performer

P2: Board member, volunteer and silent auction sponsor in the Green Room he and Fran Barela decorated

P3: Board member and volunteer Amber Ohlinger takes tickets with the help family and friends

P4: Pachanga organizers and volunteers Loreta Martínez Cargo and Rita Cash spare a moment for the camera in between their hard work!

P5: Performer speaks with El Museo founding member Beatríz Vigil and longtime member Sam Leyba

P6: Board member and silent auction sponsor Earl Kessler welcomes visitors

P7: A guest enjoys catering by and is welcomed by volunteer Johnnie de Schweinitz

P8: Sponsor Joseph Howland and volunteer Sonya María Martínez help serve food

P9: Mercado manager Ethan Walsh oversees items donated to the silent auction by Mercado artists and vendors

Thanks again to Fran Barela for the photographs 📸



Some 📸 of the performances at La Pachanga de Las Estrellas last weekend. Thank you to all of our incredibly talented per...
05/27/2024

Some 📸 of the performances at La Pachanga de Las Estrellas last weekend. Thank you to all of our incredibly talented performers, silent auction donors, and sponsor for making this event possible 💪



Join us today, Sunday evening, from 6-9 pm for La Pachanga de Las Estrellas!!! There will be music, poetry, dance, food,...
05/19/2024

Join us today, Sunday evening, from 6-9 pm for La Pachanga de Las Estrellas!!! There will be music, poetry, dance, food, a silent auction, a raffle, and door prizes 🥳

PS: Parking is free on Sunday evenings on the Railyard🚗

💫 We are so excited to announce Pachanga de las Estrellas, our inaugural Variety Show and Silent Auction taking place on May 19th from 6 to 9 pm. Join us for an evening of music, dance, spoken word, food, and a silent auction. A raffle and door prizes add to the evening of entertainment benefitting el Museo.

and join an exciting lineup of talented New Mexican performers: , , and Krystle Lucero, Andrea Montano, , Mario and Martita Reynolds, Aurora Silva, and .

Stay tuned for more information about performers, silent auction items, and the event itself.

¡Los esperamos!



🤩 No variety show is complete without its host, and we are overjoyed that performer and artist  can take on this importa...
05/17/2024

🤩 No variety show is complete without its host, and we are overjoyed that performer and artist can take on this important role on Sunday, May 19th.

“Robert I Mesa (Navajo/ Soboba) is a writer, artist,
photographer and actor working in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He studied filmmaking at the Institute of American Indian Arts. He had an exhibition at the Ningbo Museum of Art in Ningbo, China (2016), where he was an artist-in-residence. While there he completed Fort Defiance, a documentary
that followed a creative exchange between Native American and Chinese traditions, viewpoints, and histories, instigating new cultural dialogue between distant peoples.

As an actor, he recently traveled to New Zealand to play
the esteemed role of Tecumseh in an upcoming mini-series titled Frontiersman (2017), executive produced by Leonardo DiCaprio.

As a self-taught photographer, he initially began to train his eye for filmmaking. His photography lead to documenting numerous acclaimed Native American artists, including Bob Haozous, with whom he shared a debut photography exhibition.

Mesa’s experience in journalism for publications like Native Peoples and The Navajo Times informed investigations into his own Navajo and Soboba
heritage. Through video work, photography, and by cultivating an acting persona, he aims to raise cultural awareness regarding empowerment within identity. Musicians, wildlife, sports, and fashion all fall under Mesa’s broad lens, capturing his world through a burgeoning vision. He has participated in
multiple art markets including The Autry (Los Angeles), the Heard (Phoenix), and the Santa Fe Indian Market.”



🤩  and  are a musical duo gracing Pachanga de Las Estrellas on Sunday May 19th “D’Santiago “El Brujo” Nava a native of S...
05/15/2024

🤩 and are a musical duo gracing Pachanga de Las Estrellas on Sunday May 19th

“D’Santiago “El Brujo” Nava a native of Santa Fe, NM brings an interesting blend of rhythmic sounds from his indigenous culture, childhood love of classic rock, classical guitar training and all eras of blues. D’Santi Nava’s forte is classic rock, nuevo flamenco, blues and latin music from all eras.

D’Santi has been a musician for over 40 years being self taught since the age of 7, guided by his brother Daniel Nava, studied with Craig Dell, W***y Chills and most recently with Roberto Capocchi. D’Santi Nava has a unique Amadeus quality in composing several original songs and a gifted ear capable of memorizing songs daily.

Krystle Lucero aka La ChaCha has been entertaining since the age of 3. Krystle was performing songs for family and anyone willing to listen and has always found music to be a release of creative expression. Born and Raised in Santa Fe, NM, Krystle’s voice is widely recognized around the local music and karaoke scene because she accurately performs and enhances many popular artists’ tunes. Krystle enjoys belting out tunes from Janis Joplin, Aretha Franklin, La Santa Cecilia and countless more. Her love of all music and practicing all genres has enhanced her range and natural ability to sing. Krystle loves to try all genres of music; she never shies away from a challenge.

Krystle was the lead vocalist of the Fun Adixx for 7 years. In 2015 Krystle was selected by New Mexico viewers of KOBTV’s Good Day NM to sing the National Anthem at the 91st Annual Burining of Will Shuster’s Zozobra via contest that was held. She was elected the honor of singing in front of 40,000+ people in attendance and thousands of viewers throughout the Country. Currently La ChaCha is the lead singer of Una Más y La ChaCha. The members and music of Una Mas y La ChaCha reflect the diversity of Santa Fe – the Indigenous, the descendants of Spanish and Mexican families and multigenerational Anglos residents; and cumbias, boleros, flamenco, 70’s Chicano funk and eclectic covers with the band’s unique spin that they call Northern New Mexico soul music.”

🎶Performers at Pachanga de Las Estrellas engage with their art in many different ways. Robert Goodluck  shares: “Welcome...
05/14/2024

🎶Performers at Pachanga de Las Estrellas engage with their art in many different ways. Robert Goodluck shares:

“Welcome to the embracing experience of vibration and frequency. My name is Robert Lee Goodluck Jr. I am full blooded Diné. Navajo in the English language. I am born for the Mexican Clan. My fore fathers are of the Within His Cover(Folded Arm) Clan. My maternal grandparents are of the Red House Clan and my paternal relatives are of One Walks Around Clan.

I have been making and playing flutes for over 28 years and truly believe in the medicine of the sounds created by the instruments my hands manifest.

I am merely a channel. I believe I provide radiating music for listeners who desire peace, tranquility and harmony. I deliver sounds that carry the energy of the audience to places safe within the soul where love breathes and lives. The medicine is in the vibration and frequencies shared through the music.”

Join us Sunday May 19th from 6-9 to join in this experience, and also stop by the Mercado at el Museo on weekends where you can purchase some of Mr. Robert Goodluck’s creations.



💃🤩 We are so excited that  can join us at Pachanga de Las Estrellas on May 19th from 6-9 and we hope you can too!Ballet ...
05/12/2024

💃🤩 We are so excited that can join us at Pachanga de Las Estrellas on May 19th from 6-9 and we hope you can too!

Ballet Folklórico Santa Fe, a dynamic traditional Mexican dance group was formed in the fall of 2017 under the direction and leadership of Alexander Manzanares.

This community focused organization, based at El Museo Cultural in Santa Fe, NM has developed immediate audience appeal for their full repertoire of Mexican and New Mexican dances. With over a dozen dancers, their performances display pride of ancestry, respect of tradition and confidence of character through the essence of what is Mexico.

BFSF has had the privilege of performing in venues and in celebrations such as the New Mexico State Fair, El Grito! Santa Fe Plaza Univision Celebration, The Lensic “Mariachi Christmas”, and the Mariachi Extravaganza at the Santa Fe Opera House. They have also had the privilege of performing in front of record breaking crowds for the baseball team, The Albuquerque Isotopes as they’ve transformed into “Mariachi de Nuevo Mexico” for their Copa de la Diversión series at Isotopes stadium. Most recently, BFSF has been brought on board at the department of Chicano & Chicana studies to help form and create a credited core class and performing dance group at the University of New Mexico.



05/11/2024

✨Pachanga de las Estrellas, our inaugural Variety Show and Silent Auction will be taking place on May 19th from 6 to 9 pm✨

Join us for an evening of music, dance, spoken word, food, and a silent auction. A raffle and door prizes add to the evening of entertainment with all proceeds benefitting el Museo.

This post has been updated to reflect the incredible sponsorship we have received from foundation, an employee-driven nonprofit foundation with a mission to improve the lives of youth and families in New Mexico 😌

@carlosmedina_comedy and
join an exciting lineup of talented New Mexican performers: , , and , Andrea Montano, , Mario and Martita Reynolds, Aurora Silva,
and .

Silent auction items include a raku sculpture created and donated by artist , a one night stay and breakfast for 2 , a gift certificate from , products from .earth, prints by .dez and much much more!

Stay tuned for more information about performers, silent auction items, and the event itself.

Tickets can be purchased in advance through our linktree in bio.

¡Los esperamos!





A community non-profit celebrating our 26th year in the heart of the Santa Fe Railyard.

🤩🤩🤩 Some more exciting items for our silent auction on May 19th from 6-9. This is part of Pachanga de Las Estrellas, our...
05/10/2024

🤩🤩🤩 Some more exciting items for our silent auction on May 19th from 6-9. This is part of Pachanga de Las Estrellas, our inaugural variety show and silent auction benefitting el Museo.

A huge thanks to the donors, artists and businesses in New Mexico who have gifted these and many more items available through the auction.

They include a raku sculpture created by , a one night stay at and breakfast for two at La Plazuela, a Max Lehman sculpture donated by a board member, and a gift certificate to .

And this is all made possible by which is graciously sponsoring Pachanga de Las Estrellas!



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