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
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 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).
The Downtown Albuquerque Murals and Public Art Walking Tour is a great way to explore downtown Albuquerque. The tour features 44 pieces of art and murals that are a diverse as the people in this community. The website link has more information about the art in the MainStreet and Arts Read more
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
Constructed 2000. Tucumcari might just have become the unofficial Mural City of Route 66 because of the work of local artists Doug and Sharon Quarles. They have created over 30 life-size and bigger than life-size murals throughout the city of Tucumcari and more in the Quay County Area. Tucumcari, NM 88401
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
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
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
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