Constructed 1935.
The Ocotillo Theater was built in 1935 by theater owner and developer C.W. Bartlett and his son Ray, who built and operated several historic theaters in Artesia. The Ocotillo was converted to a popular cafeteria in the 1950s. The Artesia Arts Council acquired the Ocotillo in 2001 and began a capital campaign to rehabilitate the theater as a performing arts center. Albuquerque architect Devendra Contractor designed the Ocotillo Performing Arts Center, which was reopened on November 20, 2008.
310 W. Main St. Artesia, NM 88210 | 575-746-4212
photo by Gary Cascio.
Local New Mexico MainStreet and Arts & Cultural District Program:
Artesia MainStreet Arts & Cultural District
artesiamainstreet.com
