New Mexico is home to a vibrant arts community that has created numerous spectacular examples of public art ranging from the monumental to the minimal, adorning plazas, parks, facades and sometimes the unexpected.
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Public Art in the TRC MainStreet District
Southwest Region: Truth or Consequences
The MainStreet District in Truth or Consequences reflects the diverse and quirky style of this community. From mosaics to murals, modern to traditional, wander the streets in this district to see their unique public art. 210 Main Ave Truth or Consequences, NM 87901
Rock and Roll History Mural
East Region: Clovis
Constructed 1995. The Rock and Roll Mural celebrates the history of music in Clovis, NM and the Clovis Music Festival, held every Fall. It was funded by a Department of Defense grant for at-risk youth and led by local artist, Bill Delk Junior. The mural was vandalized in 2012, and Read more…
Route 66 Sculpture
East Region: Tucumcari
Constructed 1997. Tucumcari’s monumental art pyramid pays homage to automotive design in a striking expression. The sculpture was funded and commissioned by the federal ISTEA program. Located at the west end of Tucumcari, the sculpture welcomes visitors and sightseers to the Tucumcari Convention Center. 1500 Rt. 66 Blvd. Tucumcari, NM Read more…
Taos El Santero Mural
North Region: Taos
Constructed 1990. Born in Saguache, Colorado, artist and muralist George Chacon inherited his fathers and grandfathers good hands, as he says in a YouTube interview.Since childhood, those hands have gripped crayons, held paintbrushes, and cut through stone and wood. He studied art at Colorado State University and Western Washington University, Read more…