Join us for the opening reception 5-7 p.m. for this fascinating new exhibition. As the USA commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, in this exhibition Couse-Sharp Historic Site explores the role of the Taos Society of Artists—and their models, fellow artists, and local communities—in shaping perceptions of what it means to be an “American” then and now.

Image Makers for America: In Pursuit of a National Identity brings 30+ important works of the painters back to Taos for visitors to experience. Programming with artists and historians invites attendees to consider their response to the momentous anniversary as well as explore the conflicts of identity, representation, and perception inherent in the cultural moment.
Mark your calendars to join us for this fascinating and educational look at some of the finest works created in Taos in the early 20th century.

• The exhibition will be open 1-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays through Oct 17, except July 10 (open for this reception only) and September 30
• Panel discussion July 11, 10-11 a.m. at The Gallery at Hotel Willa, 233 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, or via YouTube livestream
• Free admission

These events are open to the public with free admission; donations encouraged.

Please note: Because of the site’s nature as a place of historic preservation, most buildings and grounds are not ADA accessible, but The Lunder Research Center is accessible.

EVENT PARKING:

For the reception at Couse-Sharp Historic Site, there is limited free parking available along Kit Carson Road and with our friends at Sanctuary Artistry, 219 Kit Carson Road. Paid parking (4-6 p.m., free after that) a half block east in the municipal lot on Kit Carson Road.

For those with disabled permits, free parking in our small Kit Carson Road lot.