CHOOSE A LANGUAGE BELOW

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.

#365

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 richness.

Headshot of speaker Dianna Molina
ICONS AND SYMBOLS OF THE BORDER
Embudo Valley Library, 217 A NM-75, Dixon, NM 87527
May 11, 2024 1:00 pm
IN PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Diana Molina Regional artist Diana Molina will present an eclectic, multi-faceted portrayal...
11
MAY
Headshot of Nikki Louis
COURAGE & COMPASSION: OUR SHARED STORY OF THE WWII JAPANESE AMERICAN EXPERIENCE
Santa Fe Public Library, 145 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501
May 25, 2024 2:00 pm
IN PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Nikki Nojima Louis Nikki Nojima Louis presents stories from both inside and outside of the...
25
MAY
Headshot of Paulette Atencio
TRADITIONAL STORIES OF NORTHERN NEW MEXICO
Old San Ysidro Church, 966 Old Church Rd, Corrales, NM 87048
May 19, 2024 2:00 pm
IN PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Paulette Atencio Atencio delights audiences with cuentos (stories) learned growing up in...
19
MAY
Muscian Chuy Martinez
AN AMERICAN DIALOGUE: LATIN AMERICAN BALLADS, CUMBIA, AND NUEVA CANCÍON
Neighborhood in Rio Rancho Life Plan Community, 900 Loma Colorado Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
May 15, 2024 7:00 pm
IN PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Chuy Martinez For decades, a rich conversation has been exchanging musical ideas between...
15
MAY
Photo of the 4 members of Lone Piñon
CULTURAL COMPLEXITY AND ABUNDANCE IN NEW MEXICO'S MUSIC
Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village, 125 N Main Ave, Aztec, NM 87410
May 17, 2024 7:00 pm
IN PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Lone Piñon Lone Piñon is a collective of four expert musicians who travel the country and...
17
MAY
Headshot of Jeff Benham
TRUTH, JUSTICE, AND THE AMERICAN: HOW COMICS ANIMATE CULTURE
Santa Fe Public Library, 145 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501
May 4, 2024 2:00 pm
IN PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Jeff Benham Modern comics are generally considered to have risen from sociopolitical cartoons...
04
MAY
Headshot of speaker Dianna Molina
RARAMURI: THE FOOT RUNNERS OF THE SIERRA MADRE
Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central Ave, Los Alamos, NM 87544
May 2, 2024 6:00 pm
IN PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Diana Molina May 2nd, 2024, 6pm. Hosted by the Los Alamos Public Library Raramuri, Uto-Aztecan...
02
MAY
Headshot of Diana Molina
ICONS AND SYMBOLS OF THE BORDERLAND, ART FROM THE US-MEXICO CROSSROADS
Open Space Visitor Center, 6500 Coors Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
May 18, 2024 10:00 am
IN PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Diana Molina View the US-Mexico borderland saga through the eyes of artists who've lived...
18
MAY
Deborah Blanche as "La Nina" Nina Otero-Warren
LA NINA: NINA OTERO-WARREN
The National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
May 9, 2024 6:00 pm
IN PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Deborah Blanche Educator, feminist, public welfare director, politician, businesswoman,...
09
MAY
Headshot of Jeron Velasco
DIVERSITY, RESILIENCE, INCLUSIVITY: THE FILIPINO IDENTITY IN A FOREIGN LAND
Santa Fe Public Library, 145 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501
May 25, 2024 11:00 am
IN PERSON; FREE; SINGLE EVENT
Presented by Jeron Velasco Filipinos are the third biggest Asian population in the United States according...
25
MAY