Welcome to the New Mexico Committee
of the National Museum of Women in the Arts, founded 1997

Our mission is

• to enhance the mission of the National Museum of Women in the Arts, NMWA, in Washington DC
• to bring recognition to the achievements of women artists residing in New Mexico through
• special events, art shows, lectures, and educational programs.

The National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington DC, founded 1987

Mission Statement

The National Museum of Women in the Arts brings recognition to the achievements of women artists of all periods and nationalities by exhibiting, preserving, acquiring and researching art by women and by educating the public concerning their accomplishments.

To fulfill its mission, the museum cares for and displays a permanent collection, presents special exhibitions, conducts education programs, maintains a Library and Research Center, publishes a quarterly magazine and books on women artists, and supports a network of state and international chapters. NMWA also serves as a center for the performing arts and literary arts and other creative disciplines.

Banner images courtesy of these New Mexico women artists whom we have honored in the past:

• Susan Contreras, paintings
• Tammy Garcia, pottery
• Joan Myers, photography
• Star York, sculpture