FAQs

Have a question about your visit to the Nuevo Mexicano Heritage Arts Museum?
We’ve gathered answers to the most common questions—from planning your visit and taking a tour, to learning about our programs and collections.

If you don’t see what you’re looking for, feel free to contact us or stop by during museum hours. We’re always happy to help.

Visiting the Museum

  • The Nuevo Mexicano Heritage Arts Museum is open:
    Wednesday–Friday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    Admission is free for all visitors. Donations are welcome and help support our exhibitions, programs, and community outreach.

    For holiday hours or unexpected closures, please visit our Visit page.

  • No tickets are required. Admission to the museum is free, and you're welcome to visit anytime during open hours.

    If you're planning to visit with a group, we kindly ask that you complete our Group Visit Form in advance so we can help make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

    (Group form coming soon — check back on our Visit page for updates.)

  • The Nuevo Mexicano Heritage Arts Museum is located on Museum Hill at:
    750 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM 87505

    Free parking is available in the museum’s own lot, located just to the side of the building.
    Accessible parking spaces are available directly next to the museum entrance.

  • Yes. The museum is wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking spaces located directly next to the building.

    If you have specific accessibility needs or questions ahead of your visit, please feel free to contact us — we’re happy to assist.

  • The museum offers free admission for all visitors, so no additional discounts are needed. We welcome everyone to explore and enjoy the museum at no cost.

    Donations are always welcome and help us keep our programs and exhibitions accessible to the community.

  • Non-flash photography for personal use is welcome in most areas of the museum.

    Please be mindful of other visitors and avoid touching any artwork or exhibits. In some cases, certain objects or exhibitions may be labeled “no photography.”

    For commercial use or special photo requests, please contact us in advance.

Programs and Group Visits

  • Free docent-led tours are offered on the first Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM.

    No registration is required for individuals — just arrive a few minutes early and check in at the front desk.

    If you're planning a group visit or would like to request a special tour, a tour request form will be available soon. In the meantime, feel free to contact us.

  • Yes — we welcome visits from schools, community groups, and organizations. To help us prepare and offer the best experience, we ask that groups contact us in advance.

    A group visit request form will be available soon. Until then, please email us with your group’s details, and we’ll be happy to assist.

Support and Contact

  • We appreciate your interest in supporting the museum's mission through donations of art or cultural materials. While we are not actively seeking new acquisitions at this time, we welcome inquiries about potential donations.

    Please email us, and your message will be forwarded to our curator for review.

  • We’re currently working with a small group of dedicated volunteers as we build a more formal volunteer program. While we’re not accepting new volunteer applications at this time, we truly appreciate your interest.

    If you’d like to be notified when volunteer opportunities become available, please email us.

  • The museum is currently in the process of restructuring our membership program and exploring new ways for our community to stay involved and show support.

    If you’d like to contribute, please visit our Donate page — while it may not appear in the main menu, it’s always available to those who wish to give.

  • The best way to reach us is by email at museum@spanishcolonial.org. Your message will be forwarded to the appropriate staff member.

    For general information, program details, or updates, please visit our website — we keep it regularly updated with the latest news.