Public Art & Murals

Constructed 2007. Several monuments are located in the Artesia MainStreet District that celebrate the history of the community. The monumental sculptures that comprise the History in Bronze public art project, depict scenes from the cattle drive era to the later discovery of oil in the area. The monuments include: The Read more…

Constructed 1999. The following information is provided from the sign located near the statue: John Simpson Chisum 1824-1884 “Cattle King of the Pecos” John S. Chisum, a western icon, is generally recognized as the early West’s most prominent cattleman. In the mid-1870s, Chisum was the largest cattle producer in the Read more…

The MainStreet District in Las Cruces offers a variety of public art for your enjoyment. From the murals on the public library to statues and art that represent the history and culture of the largest city in the southern part of the state. 200 E Picacho Ave. Las Cruces, NM Read more…

Las Palomas Plaza – Just west of Geronimo Springs Museum on Main – Formerly known as the Government Spring. Plaza/ fountain designed by Shel Neymark. Description from Shel Neymar’s website: Las Palomas Plaza in Truth or Consequences New Mexico was designed to create a gathering space in the center of Read more…

Constructed 2013. Deming, NM has a unique relationship to the Mimbres culture and is celebrating this heritage with a collection of Mimbres pots at their museum and oversized Mimbres pots on the sidewalks used as planters. Visitors can enjoy the unique beauty and learn more about the pots at the Read more…

Constructed 1993. An abstract sculpture of stucco, ceramic tile and neon, the Nob Hill Gateway welcomes visitors to the area. The sculpture is located near the Nob Hill Triangle Park. Central Ave & Girard NE Albuquerque, NM 87106 Photo courtesy of Terry Conrad (www.cabq.gov).

Constructed 2005. As an educator and publisher, Padre Martinez established the first co-educational primary school in Taos in 1826, and in 1833 he established a college preparatory Latin school for prospective native New Mexican seminarians. Realizing the American invasion of New Mexico was immanent; he expanded his curriculum to include Read more…

Constructed 2013. Commissioned by Prudential Insurance in 1952 and painted by Peter Hurd, this striking mural was painted directly onto a 15’x 47′ plaster wall and weighs 58,000 pounds. The wall was rescued from a building in Houston before its demolition and transported to Midland, Texas where it was housed Read more…

Constructed 1942. In the portico of the Forest Service building are three frescos painted by Peter Hurd in 1940, with funding from the Treasury Section of Fine Arts. “Yucca” and “Sorghum” measure 4’x 3′, and are installed on either side of the larger “Sun and Rain”. From Kathryn Flynn, Treasure Read more…

Silver City is a Great American Main Street Community winner and the evidence is everywhere. From the colorful buildings to the gargoyles that sit at watch on the old Elk’s Lodge, art is everywhere in the Silver City MainStreet and Arts & Cultural Districts. Don’t miss the murals on the Read more…