Sun., May. 25, 2008
Exhibition Opening: Old Spanish Trail: Conduit of Change
10am
— 5pm
Called "the longest, crookedest, most arduous pack mule train in the history of America" by Colorado historian Leroy R. Hafen, the Old Spanish Trail is both one of the nation’s least known trails but one of the most important pack mule trading trails in this region.
This exhibition, opening on May 25, traces the trail’s history through illustrated wall panels and many artifacts.
Sun., May. 25, 2008
Opening Reception
2pm
— 4pm
Old Spanish Trail celebrates early trade route from 1829 Santa Fe?Los Angeles.
Fri., May. 30, 2008
Lecture
6:30pm
— 7:30pm
It?s Not the End of the World: What the Ancient Maya REALLY Said About 2012 by Mark Van Stone, Ph.D., Professor of Art & Art History, Southwestern College, Chula Vista. St. Francis Auditorium, New Mexico Museum of Art.
Sat., May. 31, 2008
Workshop
10am
— 4pm
The Art of the Maya Glyph; Workshop with Mark Van Stone. Guidance to write! Fray Angelico Chavez History Library, 120 Washington Avenue.
$30. Reservations. (505) 476-5096.
Tue., Jun. 3, 2008
Palace Pals Children's Hour
10am
Weekly theme, story or activity for children and families.
Free entry at Blue Gate
Wed., Jun. 4, 2008
Brainpower & Brownbags
12pm
Elizabeth Cunningham presents In Contemporary Rhythm: The Art and Life of Ernest L. Blumenschein. Fray Angelico Chavez History Library.
Free
Sun., Jun. 8, 2008
Lecture & Slideshow
2pm
The Magic of Marbled Papers Sidney E. Berger, PhD., Director, Phillips Library, Peabody Essex Museum. Sponsored by Palace Press. Tom Leech 505-476-5096.
Free
Tue., Jun. 10, 2008
Palace Pals Children's Hour
10am
Weekly theme, story or activity for children and families.
Free entry at Blue Gate
Sat., Jun. 14, 2008
Mostly Magic Marbling
11am
— 3pm
Beautiful marbled papers with Tom Leech, director of the Palace Press and curator of Album Amicorum. Palace Courtyard.
Tue., Jun. 17, 2008
Palace Pals Children’s Hour
10am
Weekly theme, story or activity for children and families.
Free entry at Blue Gate
Fri., Jun. 20, 2008
Palace of the Governors Gem and Mineral Show
10am
— 4pm
The Annual Palace of the Governors Gem and Mineral Show takes place on June 20, 21, 22, 2008 from 10 AM - 4 PM.
The Gem and Mineral Show takes place in the historic courtyard of the 400-year-old Palace of the Governors Located in the historic courtyard of the 400-year-old Palace of the Governors building in downtown Santa Fe on the Plaza, the Gem and Mineral Show is a visual and tactile delight for adults and children alike.
This annual show features only authentic, natural gems and minerals traditionally used in Southwest jewelry making.
The show, in conjunction with the Palace of the Governors Native American Artisan Program, provides an opportunity for gem and mineral dealers and Native American Artisans to tell their unique stories about the historical relationships that have existed between Native silversmiths and jewelers, miners and gem and mineral traders.
Additional programming includes guest speaker presentations on relevant topics of interest as well as a special program for children.
Free to the public
Sat., Jun. 21, 2008
Palace of the Governors Gem and Mineral Show
10am
— 4pm
The Annual Palace of the Governors Gem and Mineral Show takes place on June 20, 21, 22, 2008 from 10 AM - 4 PM.
The Gem and Mineral Show takes place in the historic courtyard of the 400-year-old Palace of the Governors Located in the historic courtyard of the 400-year-old Palace of the Governors building in downtown Santa Fe on the Plaza, the Gem and Mineral Show is a visual and tactile delight for adults and children alike.
This annual show features only authentic, natural gems and minerals traditionally used in Southwest jewelry making.
The show, in conjunction with the Palace of the Governors Native American Artisan Program, provides an opportunity for gem and mineral dealers and Native American Artisans to tell their unique stories about the historical relationships that have existed between Native silversmiths and jewelers, miners and gem and mineral traders.
Additional programming includes guest speaker presentations on relevant topics of interest as well as a special program for children.
Free to the public
Sat., Jun. 21, 2008
Mostly Magic Marbling
11am
— 3pm
Beautiful marbled papers with Tom Leech, director of the Palace Press and curator of Album Amicorum. Palace Courtyard.
Sun., Jun. 22, 2008
Palace of the Governors Gem and Mineral Show
10am
— 4pm
The Annual Palace of the Governors Gem and Mineral Show takes place on June 20, 21, 22, 2008 from 10 AM - 4 PM.
The Gem and Mineral Show takes place in the historic courtyard of the 400-year-old Palace of the Governors Located in the historic courtyard of the 400-year-old Palace of the Governors building in downtown Santa Fe on the Plaza, the Gem and Mineral Show is a visual and tactile delight for adults and children alike.
This annual show features only authentic, natural gems and minerals traditionally used in Southwest jewelry making.
The show, in conjunction with the Palace of the Governors Native American Artisan Program, provides an opportunity for gem and mineral dealers and Native American Artisans to tell their unique stories about the historical relationships that have existed between Native silversmiths and jewelers, miners and gem and mineral traders.
Additional programming includes guest speaker presentations on relevant topics of interest as well as a special program for children.
Free to the public
Tue., Jun. 24, 2008
Palace Pals Children’s Hour
10am
Weekly theme, story or activity for children and families.
Free entry at Blue Gate
Sat., Jun. 28, 2008
Mostly Magic Marbling
11am
— 3pm
Beautiful marbled papers with Tom Leech, director of the Palace Press and curator of Album Amicorum. Palace Courtyard.
Tue., Jul. 1, 2008
Palace Pals Children’s Hour
10am
Weekly theme, story or activity for children and families.
Free entry at Blue Gate
Tue., Jul. 8, 2008
Palace Pals Children’s Hour
10am
Weekly theme, story or activity for children and families.
Free entry at Blue Gate
Sat., Jul. 12, 2008
Mostly Magic Marbling
11am
— 3pm
Beautiful marbled papers with Tom Leech, director of the Palace Press and curator of Album Amicorum. Palace Courtyard.
Tue., Jul. 15, 2008
Palace Pals Children’s Hour
10am
Weekly theme, story or activity for children and families.
Free entry at Blue Gate
Sat., Jul. 19, 2008
Mostly Magic Marbling
11am
— 3pm
Beautiful marbled papers with Tom Leech, director of the Palace Press and curator of Album Amicorum. Palace Courtyard.
Sun., Jul. 20, 2008
Opening Reception
2pm
— 4pm
Tesoros de Devoción: exhibition of devotional art from Larry Frank Collection.
Tue., Jul. 22, 2008
Palace Pals Children’s Hour
10am
Weekly theme, story or activity for children and families.
Free entry at Blue Gate
Sat., Jul. 26, 2008
Spanish Colonial Day
10am
— 3pm
Experience colonial life in New Mexico. Clothes to wear, tasks to do! Recreated village based on 1700s Santa Fe. Artisans in costume. Palace Courtyard. Free entry at Blue Gate.
Sat., Jul. 26, 2008
Mostly Magic Marbling
11am
— 3pm
Beautiful marbled papers with Tom Leech, director of the Palace Press and curator of Album Amicorum. Palace Courtyard.
Tue., Jul. 29, 2008
Palace Pals Children’s Hour
10am
Weekly theme, story or activity for children and families.
Free entry at Blue Gate
Sun., Aug. 17, 2008
Discovery Box
9am
— 3pm
What?s in the box? Animal? Tool? Trap? Discover what trappers needed, how they trapped, what they caught?and why! All ages. Palace Courtyard. Free entry at Blue Gate.
Sat., Aug. 23, 2008
Indian Market Celebration
9am
— 4pm
The Annual Native American Artisans Program's Indian Market Celebration in the Courtyard takes place on Santa Fe's Indian Market Weekend on August 23 and 24, 2008.
During this weekend the Palace of the Governors signature Native American Artisans Program moves inside the Palace's historic courtyard for the world-famous Southwest Indian Arts Festival weekend in downtown Santa Fe.
The event features over 65 artisans from New Mexico's 23 tribes and Pueblos exclusively. The New Mexico Native artisans will exhibit and sell their traditional arts and crafts items inside the beautifully landscaped, tree-shaded, enclosed Palace of the Governors garden in downtown Santa Fe on the Plaza.
Additional programming will include traditional Indian dances, music, performances, art demonstrations, raffles and a Native specialties food booth.
An exceptional, thrilling experience for young and old alike!
Free to the public; Enter through the Blue Gate on Lincoln Avenue
Contact: For more information, please contact Carlotta Boettcher 505-476-5112
Sun., Aug. 24, 2008
Indian Market Celebration
9am
— 4pm
The Annual Native American Artisans Program's Indian Market Celebration in the Courtyard takes place on Santa Fe's Indian Market Weekend on August 23 and 24, 2008.
During this weekend the Palace of the Governors signature Native American Artisans Program moves inside the Palace's historic courtyard for the world-famous Southwest Indian Arts Festival weekend in downtown Santa Fe.
The event features over 65 artisans from New Mexico's 23 tribes and Pueblos exclusively. The New Mexico Native artisans will exhibit and sell their traditional arts and crafts items inside the beautifully landscaped, tree-shaded, enclosed Palace of the Governors garden in downtown Santa Fe on the Plaza.
Additional programming will include traditional Indian dances, music, performances, art demonstrations, raffles and a Native specialties food booth.
An exceptional, thrilling experience for young and old alike!
Free to the public; Enter through the Blue Gate on Lincoln Avenue
Contact: For more information, please contact Carlotta Boettcher 505-476-5112
