New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs

New Mexico Traditions

The state museums, historic sites, and cultural institutions of the Department of Cultural Affairs present New Mexico Traditions, offering events, resources, and other programming in celebration of the winter season across the Land of Enchantment.
more »

Reopening Update

All state museums and historic sites are in the process of reopening. Please click the image above for more information.
more »

COVID-19 Vaccine

The Department of Health is leading the State of New Mexico’s COVID-19 vaccination planning and implementation in close collaboration with other state agencies, as well as public, private and tribal partners throughout the state. Your health and safety is important to us. Click on the image above to learn more about registering for the COVID-19 vaccine.
more »

Explore

View online exhibitions and digital resources provided by the Department of Cultural Affairs' various museums, libraries, historic sites, and cultural institutions.
more »

Visit Virtually

Virtually visit your favorite New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs museum, historic site, and cultural institutions from your computer or mobile device.
more »

Tools for Families & Educators

Check out resources and learning opportunities from all institutions of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs.
more »

El Pal Online

El Palacio is a quarterly magazine which primarily serves the museums and historic sites of the Museum of New Mexico system. It is the oldest museum magazine of its kind, first published in 1913 by the Museum of New Mexico. Users can access and view magazine issues online dating back to 1913 when the magazine was first published.
more »

Library Resources

The New Mexico State Library offers many online resources. We provide reference service by telephone and email as well as our state-wide interlibrary loan services. Books by Mail and the Library for the Blind and Print Disabled are also available for service. Please contact library staff at reference@state.nm.us or 505-476-9700.
more »

Invite a DCA Educator

School teachers, homeschool instructors, afterschool clubs, and community organizations can schedule an online visit from an educator to discuss a variety of subjects related to the DCA.
more »

Public Meetings

10/29/2021
1:00 PM New Mexico Museum of Space History Commission
Online via Zoom (see announcement for details)

Meeting Notice

1/28/2022
1:00 PM New Mexico Museum of Space History Commission
TBA

Latest Press Releases

10/19/2021 New Mexico Historic Sites Announces New Regional Site Manager
10/8/2021 New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science Executive Director Announces Retirement
10/7/2021 NHCC Visual Arts program receives grant from U.S. Bank Foundation to expand virtual learning opportunities
10/1/2021 Newly Described Horned Dinosaur Found in southern New Mexico
9/24/2021 New Mexico Museum of Art Announces Exhibition Featuring Three Important Women Artists

See all DCA news in the DCA Media Center

The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs is building a more vibrant, resilient New Mexico by improving the quality of life, supporting a culturally rich education, strengthening the creative economy, fostering a diversity of expression, and preserving our cultural resources.

New Mexico CulturePass

Your ticket to New Mexico's exceptional Museums and Historic Sites.
From Indian treasures to space exploration, world-class folk art to awesome dinosaurs—our museums and monuments celebrate the essence of New Mexico every day.
More Info »

Cultural Atlas of New Mexico Mobile App

Where do you belong?
The Cultural Atlas of New Mexico leads you to historic and cultural places throughout the Land of Enchantment. Organized by region, proximity and interest, the Cultural Atlas will help you find where you belong.