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Artists and other creative individuals have been drawn to Santa Fe for more than a century and have had an immeasurable impact on the culture here. Life in Santa Fe today is about many things: spicy food, breathtaking sunsets, and mountain views but also a wide variety of arts and culture. Several world-class museums, more than 200 galleries, jazz, opera, ballet, and flamenco are among many of the attractions Santa Fe has to offer. Visit the Santa Fe Convention and Visitors’ Bureau’s web site for additional information on activities and attractions in Santa Fe. Museums | Galleries | Performing Arts Center for Contemporary Arts This nonprofit arts organization presents the work of emerging and established contemporary artists in a variety of media, including installation, film, video, new music, literature, and spoken word performance. The facility includes more than 5,000 square feet of exhibition space and plus a 140-seat cinema. El Rancho de las Golondrinas Georgia O'Keeffe Museum Undoubtedly one of the most important museums in the United States, this 13,000-square-foot building houses the works of one of the 20th century’s most important artists. Changing exhibitions highlight the museum’s focus on American Modernism. The adjacent O'Keeffe Café is open for lunch and dinner. Institute of American Indian Arts Museum The Institute of American Indian Arts Museum is the only museum in the United States devoted solely to the exhibition of contemporary American Indian art forms. For more than 30 years, the exhibitions here have been dedicated to the creative pursuits of contemporary Native artists. Ongoing and changing exhibitions feature paintings, prints, sculpture, photography, pottery, jewelry, and beadwork from a diverse range of artists. Museum of Fine Arts Museum of Indian Arts and Culture The art and material culture of the Pueblo, Navajo, Apache, and other indigenous people of the Southwest are the focus at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture. Collections and exhibitions include classic and contemporary paintings, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, basketry, and weaving. Museum of International Folk Art This museum is home to the world’s largest collection of folk art. More than 135,000 artifacts are exhibited in four wings: Girard (folk art, popular art, toys, and textiles from more than 100 nations), Bartlett (two galleries offering rotating exhibitions), Hispanic Heritage (hide paintings, tinwork, furniture, jewelry, straw appliqué, horse gear, weavings, santos, bultos, and retablos), and Neutrogena (textiles and garments). Museum of Spanish Colonial Art Palace of the Governors The Palace of the Governors, constructed in 1610 by the Spanish, is the nation's oldest public building still in continuous use. A registered National Historic Landmark, the museum includes exhibits, collections, and archives that reflect the Spanish colonial, Mexican, U.S. Territorial, and statehood periods. The Fray Angélico Chávez History Library, also part of the Palace of the Governors, is a noncirculating research facility. American Indian artists sell their wares under the building’s historic portal as part of the Native American Vendors Program. Santa Fe Children's Museum The interactive programs and exhibits of this thoughtful museum—including a beautiful outdoor area—will both educate kids and keep them entertained. Open-ended discovery and problem solving are encouraged. SITE Santa Fe Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian Santa Fe is the third-largest art market in the nation, home to approximately 250 galleries displaying arts of all types, from historic to contemporary. Friday nights are famous for gallery openings, which bring hundreds of people together in Santa Fe’s gallery-lined streets. Click here for a list of galleries in the area. Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Founded in 1990, the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet is a nationally recognized professional dance company. The group’s 10 classically trained dancers perform an eclectic repertoire by some of the world’s foremost choreographers every year. Greer Garson Theater Center This 500-seat theater at the College of Santa Fe features four major productions by the college’s performing arts department. The center also houses the 100-seat Weckesser Studio Theater, site of numerous musical concerts. Lensic Performing Arts Center In the heart of downtown, the historic Lensic is Santa Fe’s premier year-round performing arts center: a state-of-the art venue for theater, music, dance, film, lectures, and community events. Maria Benitez Teatro Flamenco Internationally acclaimed performer and choreographer Maria Benitez—in her quest to preserve and strengthen the rich Spanish heritage of New Mexican music, dance, and visual arts—presents some of the most exciting and finest Flamenco artists from Spain and the United States. National Dance Institute of New Mexico The purpose of the National Dance Institute of New Mexico’s distinctive dance programs is to help children develop discipline, a standard of excellence, and a belief in themselves that will carry over into all aspects of their lives. The New Mexico Jazz Festival As part of this collaborative project, more than a dozen performances take place over ten days in both Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Sangre de Cristo Chorale Performing in Northern New Mexico area since 1979, this 35-singer volunteer chorale performs baroque, renaissance, contemporary, folk, spiritual, and popular music. Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival One of the world’s preeminent music festivals, the Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival was founded in 1972. Every year, thousands of patrons flock to enjoy the performances of distinguished musicians and emerging young talent at more than 80 concerts, recitals, master classes, youth concerts, and open rehearsals. Santa Fe Desert Chorale Recognized as one of the finest professional choral ensembles in the United States, the Santa Fe Desert Chorale is known for its moving performances in some of Santa Fe’s most beautiful and historic sites. Santa Fe Opera The Santa Fe Opera is internationally renowned for its open-air theater—located on a mesa seven miles north of town—and for outstanding performances of both old and new operas. Audiences face west, allowing them to simultaneously enjoy the natural surroundings; performances begin around sunset, giving opera-goers the opportunity to take advantage of New Mexico sunsets and the tradition of tailgate dining. Santa Fe Playhouse Celebrating and preserving the richness of the
Anglo, Native American, and Spanish cultures of Santa Fe through
live theatre is the goal of the Santa Fe Playhouse. The oldest
continuously running theater west of the Mississippi, the playhouse
produces words by new playwrights and offers first-time performers
the chance to be on stage with seasoned actors. Santa Fe Pro Musica Founded in 1980, Santa Fe Pro Musica is an organization that aims to further the understanding and appreciation of music through performances (primarily chamber orchestra and ensemble concerts), demonstrations, workshops and instruction. Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra This wonderful full orchestra and chorus presents a number of concerts, special events, and concerts with other regional symphonies. Santa Fe Women's Ensemble This unique women's choir provides exceptional performances of choral music for women's voices, presenting innovative and inspiring music from all centuries. Theater Grottesco Theater Grottesco, one of America's leading dramatic ensembles, strives to create new theater that is unpredictable, visual, and thought-provoking. Theaterwork A year round regional theater company is an essential resource to people with a lively interest in theater, poetry, storytelling, music, dance and public celebrations. Theaterwork presents seven productions a year, including new works by regional playwrights, and a full range of programming, workshops, internships, and volunteer opportunities. |
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