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EVENTS AROUND THE STATE

Seeking to understand who we are, who we were and who we aspire to be.

Whether you’re looking for something to do locally, or a good excuse to go on a road trip, there are a range of activities and events to enjoy with friends and family.

What’s happening in your neck of the woods? You’ve come to the right place for a complete list of our public programs, workshops, Chautauqua performances and community happenings.

We believe in the power of storytelling, the value of shared experiences and the importance of fostering an appreciation for different perspectives. As you’ll see, our events and programs are wide-ranging and dynamic.

From thought-provoking sessions in our Speakers Bureau that address historical and social issues to grant-funded programs that involve communities, our calendar of events offers a variety of opportunities for meaningful connections and a deeper understanding of our shared humanity.

Those we work with at the local, state and national level play an important role in ensuring accessibility and inclusivity. Partnerships and collaboration go a long way in helping us bring communities together. We work alongside our partners to facilitate public programs and experiences through which our cultural heritage, distinct histories and traditions can be shared. Such partnerships are fundamental to our efforts, enabling us to expand our reach and more effectively further our mission and the impact of our work. Our partnerships ensure that our programs resonate with the people of New Mexico.

Check out what lies ahead in our beautiful state. Consider joining us, whether in person or virtually beyond boundaries, where you can expand your knowledge, challenge your perceptions, and connect with others who share your curiosity and love for the humanities.

We’ve got it all mapped out for you, guaranteeing that the power of the humanities is felt in every corner of our diverse state—from Aztec to Carlsbad, N.M.

Be sure to bookmark this page and return frequently to stay up-to-date as we continue to add new events, workshops and programs that will pique your interest.

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CELEBRATE AND LEARN ABOUT DIVERSE CULTURAL HISTORIES YEAR-ROUND

Our events and programs span the state, bringing communities together to learn, engage and grow together in a celebration of shared knowledge and cultural diversity.

Photograph of the north facade/main entrance of the historic McKinley County Courthouse by Kirk Gittings. The Courthouse was built in 1938 through the Public Works Administration and is home to many New Deal artworks, including a 2,000-square foot New Deal mural. Image courtesy of gallupARTS.
GALLUP NEW DEAL ART VIRTUAL MUSEUM LAUNCH PARTY
Various locations in Downtown Gallup / Event Headquarters: ART123 Gallery, 123 W. Coal Ave., Gallup, N.M. 87301
March 28, 2025 10:00 am
IN-PERSON, FREE, 2-DAY EVENT
March 28th and 29th, 9am-8pm The Gallup New Deal Art (GNDA) Virtual Museum, an innovative online space...
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Headshot of speaker Judith Avila
CHESTER NEZ: WWII NAVAJO CODE TALKER
Loma Colorado Main Branch Library, 755 Loma Colorado Blvd. NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
March 29, 2025 2:00 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Although 420 Navajo code talkers served in the Marines during World War II, none had written memoirs...
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Muscians Johanna and Scott Hongell-Darsee
THE WANDERING BALLAD
Old San Ysidro Church, 966 Old Church Road, Corrales, NM 87048
April 5, 2025 7:30 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Scott and Johanna Hongell-Darsee People have sung stories since times immemorial as a way...
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Photo of Dede Feldman
BOOTS, SUITS, AND CITIZENS: NEW MEXICO'S UNIQUE LEGISLATIVE CULTURE
The Neighborhood, 900 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
April 8, 2025 8:00 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Dede Feldman This program is designed to present an overview of the New Mexico legislature...
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Photo of Darcie Little Badger
48TH ANNUAL JACK WILLIAMSON LECTURESHIP
Eastern New Mexico University, 1500 S. Ave. K, Portales, NM 88130
April 10, 2025 3:30 pm
IN-PERSON; LUNCHEON IS $15, OTHER EVENTS ARE FREE; THREE-DAY EVENT
April 10th through 12th Multiple campus buildings Join Eastern New Mexico University for the 48th annual...
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National History Day "Rights & Responsibilities in History" graphic
NATIONAL HISTORY DAY IN NM STATE CONTEST
Central New Mexico Community College Main Campus, 900 University Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
April 11, 2025 8:00 am
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
The NHD in NM State Contest is a celebration of student scholarship and achievement. After working for...
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Image for Visionary Voices Then and Now, includes NMHC logo, NM landscape background, and headshots of Adam Lindquist, Doug Hulmes, Steve Morgan, and Heather Provencio. April 12th, Albuquerque
VISIONARY VOICES THEN AND NOW — ALBUQUERQUE
The Albuquerque Museum Auditorium, 2000 Mountain Road, Albuquerque, NM 87104
April 12, 2025 2:00 pm
IN-PERSON; $12; SINGLE EVENT
The opportunity to hear historical characters bring to life their thoughts and perceptions from their...
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Painting of a hand reaching into the ground to retrieve a glowing plant. Artwork by Lauryn Mills-Bohannon
AFROMUNDO FESTIVAL — TROUBLED TERRITORIES: THE WILL TO HEAL
Various locations in Albuquerque
April 12, 2025 7:30 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; WEEK-LONG FESTIVAL
April 12th through 19th In times of uncertainty and challenge, organizations and communities rise together,...
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Image for Visionary Voices Then and Now, includes NMHC logo, NM landscape background, and headshots of Adam Lindquist, Doug Hulmes, Steve Morgan, and Heather Provencio. April 13th, Las Cruces
VISIONARY VOICES THEN AND NOW — LAS CRUCES
The Fountain Theatre, 2469 Calle de Guadalupe, Mesilla, NM 88046
April 13, 2025 2:00 pm
IN-PERSON; $12; SINGLE EVENT
The opportunity to hear historical characters bring to life their thoughts and perceptions from their...
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LOGO FOR EXPERIMENTS IN CINEMA
EXPERIMENTS IN CINEMA: FUTURE TRENDS IN CULTURAL REPRESENTATION
The Guild Cinema, 3405 Central Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
April 16, 2025 3:00 pm
IN-PERSON; $10 PER DAY; MULTI-DAY EVENT
IN PERSON: April 16th – 20th — VIRTUAL: April 28th – May 10th Experiments in Cinema (EIC) is an annual,...
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Photo of Alan Osbourne
JOURNEY INTO THE MIST OF TIME: NEW MEXICO'S COLORFUL PAST
The Neighborhood, 900 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
April 23, 2025 2:00 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Alan Osborne We'll journey back to the pre-Columbian New Mexico cultures, the coming of...
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Photo of Rachel Coventry
SOMOS WRITERS SHOWCASE: RACHEL COVENTRY
Society of the Muse of the Southwest, 108 Civic Plaza Dr., Taos, NM 87571
April 25, 2025 5:30 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Society of the Muse of the Southwest (SOMOS) is hosting a reading by their 2025 featured poet, Rachel...
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"Abra La Puerta A Todas Las Familias" by Michael Pratt. An art piece painted on doors featuring the Statue of Liberty, her torch, the US flag, and Spanish and English text
CLOSING CONVERSATION: REFLECTIONS ON THE BORDER DOOR PROJECT
Albuquerque Museum, 2000 Mountain Road, Albuquerque, NM 87104-1459
April 26, 2025 2:00 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Enjoy a panel discussion and reflections on the Puertas fronterizas / Border Doors project! The conversation...
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Photo of VanAnn Moore as Jessie Benton Fremont
*PAST* JESSIE BENTON FREMONT
Glenwood Community Center, 21 Menges Ln., Glenwood, NM 88039
March 22, 2025 6:00 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Van Ann Moore For Jessie Benton Fremont, the idea of "Manifest Destiny" was her passion....
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Photo of Ralph Estes with his guitar
*PAST* ME AND BILLY: RIDIN', SHOOTIN', AND SINGIN' WITH BILLY THE KID
Ocotillo Performing Arts Center, 310 W. Main Street, Artesia, NM 88210
March 22, 2025 2:30 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Ralph Estes Come ride with America's favorite outlaw - Billy the Kid. The callow desperado...
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Photo of Rosalia and Estevan Pacheco in front of the Sandia Mountains. Estevan is holding a guitar
*PAST* ROSALIA CANTA NUEVO MEXICO
Fort Sumner Public Library, 235 Sumner Ave., Fort Sumner, NM 88119
March 22, 2025 2:00 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Rosalia and Estevan Pacheco This program explores the music and dance of New Mexico. New...
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Dianne Layden dressed as Ruth Bader Ginsburg
*PAST* RUTH BADER GINSBURG: "NOTORIOUS RBG"
Old School Gallery, 4009 Ice Caves Rd., Ramah, NM 87321
March 16, 2025 2:00 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Dianne Layden Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who passed away in September 2020, is celebrated for...
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Photo of author and journalist Sonia Nazario
*PAST* THE ALBUQUERQUE MUSEUM HOSTS PULITZER PRIZE-WINNING JOURNALIST, SONIA NAZARIO FOR AN ENGAGING TALK
Albuquerque Museum, 2000 Mountain Road, Albuquerque, NM 87104-1459
March 14, 2025 6:00 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT AS PART OF LONGER EXHIBITION
Through May 4, 2025, the Albuquerque Museum will host Puertas fronterizas/ Border Doors, an exhibition...
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National History Day "Rights & Responsibilities in History" graphic
*PAST* NHD CENTRAL REGIONAL CONTEST
Central New Mexico Community College Main Campus, 900 University Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
March 14, 2025 9:00 am
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
9am-3pm Join us for the Northern Regional National History Day in New Mexico Contest! NHD events are...
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Photo of Deborah Blanche as photographer Laura Gilpin
*PAST* LAURA GILPIN, PHOTOGRAPHER
Santa Fe Public Library, 145 Washington Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87501
March 13, 2025 4:00 pm
IN-PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Deborah Blanche She packed in on horseback to photograph the source of the Rio Grande, made...
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