CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR HISTORY DAY T-SHIRT DESIGN WINNER!
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR HISTORY DAY T-SHIRT DESIGN WINNER! WHO: Isaac DuarteWHAT: History Day t-shirt design contest winner announcementWHERE: Lordsburg, N.M.WHEN: March, 2025CONTACT: New Mexico History Day State Coordinator, Stephanie Wilson SHARE: We’re proud to announce that Isaac Duarte, a freshman at Lordsburg High School, is the winner of this year’s New Mexico History Day t-shirt […]
CALL FOR NEW SPEAKERS: APPLY TO JOIN OUR ROSTER!
Do you have a compelling program that explores history, culture and the humanities? We’re seeking dynamic speakers to apply for our Speakers Bureau, which brings engaging and thought provoking presentations to communities across our state. As a speaker, you’ll have the opportunity to share your…
VISIONARY VOICES THEN AND NOW: TWO PERFORMANCES IN APRIL
The opportunity to hear historical characters bring to life their thoughts and perceptions from their lifetime is a moving experience. It is the chance to be taken back in time to really sense those moments in history and what brought them about. With Visionary Voices, the New Mexico Humanities…
THANK YOU TO OUR OUTGOING BOARD MEMBERS
As we bid farewell to two key members of our board, we extend our deep gratitude to Glenn Fetzer and Maresa Thompson for their outstanding service and contributions to the New Mexico Humanities Council. Glenn joined the board in 2019 and played a pivotal role in the organization’s strategic…
NMHC AWARDS NEARLY $180,000 TO CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS
In 2025 NMHC will be partnering with 13 organizations by sponsoring projects through our major grant program. A total of $179,805.22 is being awarded to organizations based in the Taos, Ramah, Las Cruces, Abiquiu, Santa Fe and Albuquerque metro area. We are excited about how these projects will…
SPEAKERS BUREAU HIGHLIGHT: PROGRAMS FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH AND BEYOND
The Speakers Bureau is a great resource for nonprofits and schools to bring enriching educational programs to their audiences. Black History Month is around the corner and NMHC would like to take the opportunity to highlight three of our Speakers Bureau programs. The Pre-Civil War Complicated Lives…
NMHC WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBER
We are pleased to welcome Melanie Ratliff of Fort Sumner, N.M., to the New Mexico Humanities Council board of directors. Since February 2022, Melanie has served as the Director of The Fort Sumner Public Library, bringing an experience and passion for community enrichment to her role. As a proud…
VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS FOR NATIONAL HISTORY DAY
Starting Wednesday, December 4, 2024, virtual office hours will be held every Wednesday from 3:15pm to 4:15 pm. Contact Stephanie Wilson for the link to Wednesday Office Hours. If this time does not work, please email Stephanie to arrange a more convenient time. These office hours are an opportunity to ask…
NATIONAL HISTORY DAY 2025 REGIONAL CONTESTS
Registration for regional competitions will open on January 1st. There will be an informational meeting for teachers, students, and parents on the competition process and expectations for the regional, state, and national levels. Details for the meeting will be announced soon. For any…
BOARD MEETING DEC. 14TH
The Board of Directors will convene for a hybrid meeting on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024. Whether you’re looking to stay informed or connect with the community and leadership, you are welcome to attend. For those interested in attending, we kindly ask you to express your interest by contacting our…