Centennial Events Calendar
Celebrate 100 years of the Spanish Colonial Arts Society and the Nuevo Mexicano Heritage Arts Museum.
Join us throughout the year for exhibits, lectures, tours, and community gatherings.
All events take place at 750 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, unless noted.
100 Years of Collecting | 100 Years of Connecting
On view during museum hours
Wednesday–Friday: 12:00–4:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
This centennial exhibition brings together works from the Society’s founding collection, including the return of José Rafael Aragón’s 1840 altar screen — on view for the first time since 1928. Explore how the collection has grown over a century of preservation and cultural exchange.
Upcoming Events
Spanish Colonial Arts Society Annual Summer Celebration
Saturday, July 26 · 5:30–7:30 PM · Ticketed Event
Spanish Colonial Arts Society supporters, Spanish Market artists, and guests gather to celebrate GENERATION/S: Tradition as Innovation — an evening recognizing the enduring creativity and cultural contributions of Nuevo Mexicano artists.
This special event is held in collaboration with UNESCO Creative Cities and the City of Santa Fe Arts & Culture Department, and will include music, conversation, and light refreshments in a festive summer setting.
The Living Tradition of Chimayó Weaving
Friday, August 8 – Monday, August 11
Held at Whitehawk Antique Indian & Ethnographic Art Show · Santa Fe
Ticketed Event · Details at whitehawkshows.com
Presented in collaboration with the Whitehawk Art Show, this off-site exhibition curated by the Spanish Colonial Arts Society features a selection of historic and contemporary textiles by the weavers of Chimayó, New México.
The exhibit showcases the region’s long and fascinating weaving history and includes unique pieces never before exhibited. A special gallery talk by Emily Trujillo, 8th Generation Chimayó weaver, will provide deeper insight into the cultural and artistic legacy of Chimayó’s textile tradition.
Panel: Artists, Communities & Their Work Together
Saturday, September 6 · 4:00–5:00 PM · Ticketed Event · Reception Follows
Join Spanish Market artists and master santeros Victor Goler, Nick Otero, and Jerry Sandoval, along with Angelo Sandoval, mayordomo of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Cordova, for a conversation on restoration, conservation, and the role of community in sustaining sacred traditions throughout New Mexico.
This special event also marks the launch of the SCAS Collection Interest Group — an initiative for those interested in learning more about the care, history, and growth of our permanent collection.
Talk and Book Signing with Don J. Usner
Wednesday, October 8 · 4:00–5:00 PM · Ticketed Event · Reception Follows
Did you know the second purchase ever made by the Spanish Colonial Arts Society — after acquiring the José Rafael Aragón altar screen in 1928 — was the Santuario de Chimayó? In October 1929, the Society purchased the private chapel, initiated its restoration, and deeded it to the Archdiocese of Santa Fe that same year. Today, the Santuario is world-famous as the destination for thousands of Easter pilgrims.
Join Don J. Usner — acclaimed author, celebrated photographer, and community historian — for an in-depth talk on Chimayó’s history and SCAS’s early connection to the Santuario. Usner is the author of Benigna's Chimayó, Sabino's Map: Life in Chimayó's Old Plaza, and Chasing Dichos through Chimayó.
Proceeds from this special event support SCAS/NMHAM and our community partner, the Chimayó Cultural Preservation Association, including its Los Maestros del Norte program, which teaches children the hands-on skills of New Mexican folk art.
Lecture and Demonstration with Rob Martinez
Thursday, November 13 · 4:00–5:00 PM · Ticketed Event · Reception Follows
Join New Mexico State Historian Rob Martinez for an engaging lecture and musical demonstration exploring the history and cultural legacy of Spanish Colonial New Mexico. A celebrated folklorist, musician, and educator, Martinez brings the past to life through stories, music, and lived experience.
This event offers a unique perspective on the traditions and rhythms that have shaped communities across the region — blending history with performance in an accessible, memorable format.
Centennial Winter Celebration
Saturday, December 13 · 4:00–7:00 PM · Ticketed Event
Join us for a festive evening to close out the Spanish Colonial Arts Society’s Centennial year. This special gathering will include music, refreshments, and a joyful community celebration honoring 100 years of preserving and promoting the arts of New Mexico.
Guests will have an opportunity to connect with artists, supporters, and staff as we reflect on a landmark year and look ahead to the future of the Society and the Nuevo Mexicano Heritage Arts Museum.
Postponed Events
Highlights of the SCAS Library + Archive
Originally scheduled for Sunday, April 6 — New date to be announced
This special event offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Spanish Colonial Arts Society’s library and archive, highlighting rare books, historic manuscripts, and the stories they tell.
The program includes the launch of the SCAS Book Club and a community roundtable on preservation and scholarship. A new date will be announced once rescheduling is confirmed.
Past Events
February 8 — Centennial Exhibition Opening
Opening day of the Society’s Centennial year, celebrating the return of José Rafael Aragón’s 1840 altar screen and newly interpreted collection highlights.
April 10 & 12 — Highlights of John Gaw Meem’s Regional Design
A two-day event with guided tours and receptions in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Guests explored Meem’s architectural legacy at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and the Museum Hill campus.
March 26 — “The Women of SCAS” Panel Discussion
Held at Los Poblanos Historic Inn in Albuquerque. This historical panel reflected on the contributions of women who shaped the Spanish Colonial Arts Society over the past century.