Santa Fe Indian Market. Photo by Shayla Blatchford.
August 4-14
Gallup InterTribal Ceremonial Centennial Celebration
Aug. 4-14, online artisan market
Aug. 10-14, juried art show events
Aug. 12, Native film series
This long-running event will be a mixture of in-person and virtual events, featuring Native American and Indigenous diverse intertribal culture and art. Visit the website for a schedule of all events.
Red Rock Park – Gallup, New Mexico
www.gallupintertribalceremonial.com
August 5-7
Great Southwestern Antique Show
Aug. 5, 1-6 p.m., charity sneak preview
Aug. 6, 9 a.m-5 p.m., show
Aug. 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., show
Attendees can browse a range of objects from over 100 quality antique dealers from across the country, including Native American artifacts, Navajo rugs, jewelry, pottery and more.
Tickets: $12/day general admission; $20 for 2-day pass; $100 charity preview
Manuel Lujan Exhibit Complex, New Mexico State Fairgrounds
www.gswevents.com
August 5-28
Daniel McCoy: Lucid Landscapes for the Southwestern Dreamer
Aug. 5, 5-7 p.m., opening
Aug. 18, 5-7 p.m. special Indian Market reception
McCoy’s (Muscogee Creek/Citizen Band Potawatomi) latest work will feature oil paintings alongside illustrations and landscapes in India ink and transparent dyes.
Hecho Gallery
www.hecho.gallery
August 5-31
The Bosque Del Apache: Star Liana York
August 5, 5-7:30 p.m., opening
Over the years, York has drawn inspiration from her many visits to the Bosque del Apache. This National Wildlife Park is home to many of the birds and wildlife that are featured in her work.
Sorrel Sky Gallery
www.sorrelsky.com
August 6-7 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Honoring Nakota LaRance (Hopi/Tewa/Assiniboine): Celebrating the Art and Traditions of Hoop Dance
MIAC hosts a Hoop Dance Symposium to honor the deceased LaRance, six-time World Hoop Dance Champion, actor and principal dancer for Cirque Du Soleil.
Museum of Indian Arts and Culture
www.indianartsandculture.org
August 7-31
Honoring Tradition and Innovation: 100 Years of Santa Fe’s Indian Market 1922-2022
The exhibition traces the history of this historic market and explores the impact of Federal Indian policies on the Native American art world.
New Mexico History Museum
www.nmhistorymuseum.org
August 8-September 9
Pueblo Historic Ollas, Dough Bowls and Storage Jars
Aug. 8, 5-7 p.m., opening reception
Adobe Gallery’s exhibit highlights an impressive group of storage jars, ollas and dough bowls, dating between 1880 and 1920.
Adobe Gallery
www.adobegallery.com
August 10
Zia Pueblo Pottery Then and Now
The show will feature Zia pottery ranging from varying historical periods, and will include new works by Elizabeth and Marcellus Medina—recipients of a Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s Native Treasures Show.
Lyn A. Fox Fine Pueblo Pottery
www.foxpueblopottery.com
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August 11-14
Objects of Art & American Indian/Tribal Santa Fe 2022
Aug. 11, 6-9 p.m., benefit preview
Aug. 12-14, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., show
The show will feature two special exhibitions, a featured gallery presentation of mesmerizing Australian Aboriginal master artists and enlightening art installations.
El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe
Tickets: $100 opening night (allows entry for run-of-show), $15 general admission, $25 run-of-show
www.objectsofartsantafe.com
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August 13 9 a.m.
American Indian and Tribal, Classic to Contemporary Auction
Santa Fe Art Auction provides a wide selection of works by prominent art groups like Taos Society of Artists, Santa Fe Art Colony, Los Cinco Pintores, Cowboy Artists of America and other contemporary masters.
Santa Fe Art Auction
www.santafeartauction.com
August 15-21
Native Cinema Showcase
The National Museum of the American Indian offers free screenings of many of the best films by Native filmmakers beyond their museum locations to audiences in Santa Fe.
New Mexico History Museum
www.nmhistorymuseum.org
August 17 5:30-9 p.m.
Making History Scholarship Event
This event raises critically needed scholarship funds to assist students in reaching their academic and artistic goals. Guests have the opportunity to mingle with artists and IAIA student, and acquire some extraordinary art.
La Fonda on the Plaza
Tickets: $500 in person, Free for online access to auction
www.iaia.edu/support/2022-iaia-making-history-scholarship-event/
August 17-19
The Annual Benefit Event
Aug. 17, 4-6 p.m., early bird viewing
Aug. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., event
Aug. 19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., event
The 47th annual event and fundraiser offers hundreds of Native American artworks created by some of the foremost contemporary and historic Native artists.
The Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian
Tickets: $20 early bird, Free general admission
www.wheelwright.org/benefit
August 17-21
150th Anniversary
Tanner’s Indian Arts of Gallup, New Mexico, celebrates their history in the American Southwest by bringing 150 tightly curated pieces to exhibit in Santa Fe, New Mexico, alongside the Indian Market.
La Fonda on the Plaza (Ballen Boardroom)
www.tannersindianarts.com
August 17-21
Waddell Gallery Jewelry Exhibition
Aug. 18, 4-7 p.m., special opening
Aug. 17-21, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., show
The gallery will be featuring a large collection of the very best Native American jewelry by prominent artists like Lee Yazzie, Jesse Monongya and Boyd Tsosie.
Inn of the Anasazi - In the Library
www.waddellgallery.com
August 17-September 16
Storytellers and Figurative Works from Cochiti Pueblo
Adobe Gallery’s exhibit includes major works by Helen Cordero, her contemporaries and many who followed in their footsteps.
Adobe Gallery
www.adobegallery.com
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August 18-22
Annual Celebration of Native American Art
Aug. 18, 5-8 p.m., artist reception
Blue Rain Gallery features artworks by esteemed Native artists such as Jody Naranjo, Chris Pappan, Dan Friday, Helen Tindel, Ryan Singer and more.
Blue Rain Gallery
www.blueraingallery.com
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August 18 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Artist Demonstration
Hopi katsina carving demonstration and sale with multiple Indian Market award winning artist Randy Brokeshoulder, who will also have new works available only at the gallery.
Lyn A. Fox Fine Pueblo Pottery
www.foxpueblopottery.com
August 18-21 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Sovereign Santa Fe
The show mission is to create a platform to highlight ‘new school’ Native American arts and its elusive relationship between traditional and contemporary.
La Fonda on the Plaza (The Lumpkins Ballroom & Mezzanine)
www.sovereignsantafe.com
August 18-21
Sorrel Sky Gallery Artist Talks
Aug. 18. 3 p.m., Jackson Clark, lecture
Aug. 21, 12 p.m., Jackson Clark, lecture
Navajo weaving expert and owner of Toh-Atin Gallery will give two free lectures. A collection of Navajo rugs, vintage and contemporary, will be available throughout the year at the gallery.
Sorrel Sky Gallery
www.sorrelsky.com
August 19 11-2:30 p.m.
Best of Show Ceremony
Visitors are invited to watch as SWAIA presents awards to participants of the Santa Fe Indian Market. Awards include the coveted Best of Show award.
Santa Fe Community Convention Center
Ticketed event
www.swaia.org
August 19 2-4 p.m.
Sneak Preview of Award-Winning Art + Silent Auction
The sneak preview allows members only the opportunity to view phenomenal, award-winning artworks before the market opens on Saturday morning. The event will be complemented by a silent auction.
Santa Fe Community Convention Center
Ticketed event
www.swaia.org
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August 18-19 5-7 p.m.
Palace Jewelers Indian Market Open House
Four Indigenous, Diné artists, Harrison Jim, Arland Ben, Jennifer Curits and B Tom, feature astonishing pieces of jewelry.
Manitou Galleries
www.mantiougalleries.com
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August 19 4-6 p.m.
General Preview of Award-Winning Art
The general public is invited to view the award-winning work and bid on artworks during SWAIA’s silent auction.
Santa Fe Community Convention Center
Ticketed event
www.swaia.org
August 19
Artist Demonstrations
11 a.m.-1 p.m., Elizabeth and Marcellus Medina demo
2-4 p.m., Maxine and Dominique Toya demo
Zia pottery making and painting will be demonstrated by traditional potters Elizabeth and Marcellus Medina. Jemez pottery making will also be demonstrated by Maxine and Dominique Toya.
Lyn A. Fox Fine Pueblo Pottery
www.foxpueblopottery.com
August 19-20 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Glass Blowing Demonstrations with Preston Singletary and Dan Friday
Preston Singletary and Dan Friday demonstrate their mastery of glass blowing techniques to the public, while producing pieces in their signature styles.
Blue Rain Gallery
www.blueraingallery.com
August 19-21
Pathways Indigenous Arts Festival
Aug. 19-20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., festival
Aug. 19, 12 p.m., fashion show
Aug. 21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., festival
The festival is a free, three-day event, full of entertainment such as live music and great food, along with a plethora of Native artist booths.
Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino
www.poehcenter.org
August 19-21
Native American Group Show
Aug. 19, 5-7:30 p.m., reception
Aug. 20-21, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., show
This market-like show will highlight several of Sorrel Sky Gallery’s Native American artists, select non-Native artists, and several guest artists.
Sorrel Sky Gallery
www.sorrelsky.com
August 19-29
Healers and Medicine People
Aug. 19, 5-7 p.m., opening
Master artist Oreland Joe features his renowned work in three mediums: stone, bronze and oil, in a show to coincide with Indian Market.
Manitou Galleries
www.mantiougalleries.com
August 19, 2022-January 8, 2023
Art of Indigenous Fashion
The exhibition offers insights into the approach and perspective of Indigenous designers beyond the visual and material qualities of their work. Blending art and fashion, some designs pose critical questions about culture and identity.
IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts
www.iaia.edu/mocna/
August 19-September 3
Preston Singletary
Aug. 19, 5-8 p.m., artist reception
During Blue Rain Gallery’s Annual Celebration of Native American Art, there will also be a solo exhibition for new works by glass artist Preston Singletary.
Blue Rain Gallery
www.blueraingallery.com
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August 19 3-5 p.m.
Legacy: Indian Market ShowAs SWAIA celebrates its centennial, King Galleries celebrates the extraordinary legacy of Native arts in a variety of mediums, bringing together many young artists and some of the most famous Native potters working today.
King Galleries
www.kinggalleries.com
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August 20-21 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Santa Fe Indian Market
This year’s market celebrates its 100th anniversary, and will feature hundreds of Native artists spread out around downtown Santa Fe. Also enjoy live music, food and dance performances.
Santa Fe Plaza
www.swaia.org
August 20-21 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Free Indian Market
This free to the public market, reflecting the early years of Santa Fe Indian Market, features the works of Native American Elders and award-winning artists, with this year including Indigenous artists from around the world.
Federal Park & Scottish Rite Temple
www.facebook.com/freeindianmarketshow
August 20 6-9 p.m.
SWAIA Gala: Shiny Drop Centennial Party
The centennial edition of the annual gala includes a fashion show and a silent auction. This year’s Shiny Drop Gala is a nod to the 1920s—a time when Indian Market first entered the Santa Fe scene.
Santa Fe Community Convention Center
Ticketed event
www.swaia.org
August 21 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.
Native American Clothing Contest
The contest presents a wide array of tribal regalia and traditional clothing from North American Indigenous Nations.
Plaza Stage, Downtown Santa Fe
www.swaia.org
August 21 3-4 p.m.
Indigenous Fashion Show
One of the highlights of every Santa Fe Indian Market, the annual fashion show, brings out top Native designers to show off their new collections.
Santa Fe Community Convention Center
Ticketed event
www.swaia.org
August 21
Indigenous Fashion Trunk Show
Immediately following the fashion show, the designers and other artists will be offering a trunk show to show off their newest creations.
Santa Fe Community Convention Center
Ticketed event
www.swaia.org
Through August 31
The Diversity of Diné Art
This summer exhibition features the versatility and diversity of Diné art that includes pottery, weaving, jewelry and more.
The Dancing Rabbit Gallery
www.dancingrabbitgallery.com
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