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Panel Discussion – TSA: In Pursuit of a National Identity
Saturday, July 11, 2026

Panel Discussion – TSA: In Pursuit of a National Identity

10-11 a.m.
The Gallery at Hotel Willa, 233 Paseo del Pueblo Sur

This panel discussion brings artists and historians together and invites attendees to consider their response to the momentous anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence

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Opening reception - Image Makers for America
Friday, July 10, 2026

Opening reception - Image Makers for America

5-7 p.m.
Couse-Sharp Historic Site

Join us for the opening reception for this fascinating new exhibition

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On view - Image Makers for America
Tuesday, June 23 - Saturday, October 17, 2026

On view - Image Makers for America

1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday
Couse-Sharp Historic Site, Dean Porter Gallery

Image Makers for America: In Pursuit of a National Identity brings almost 30 important works of the Taos Society of Artists back to Taos for visitors to experience

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Ticketed event - La Luz de Taos Gala & Art Sale
Saturday, June 6, 2026

Ticketed event - La Luz de Taos Gala & Art Sale

5-9 p.m.
El Monte Sagrado Resort, 317 Kit Carson Road

The main event of La Luz de Taos weekend is the June 6 evening gala and art sale

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Ticketed event - La Luz de Taos Panel Discussion
Saturday, June 6, 2026

Ticketed event - La Luz de Taos Panel Discussion

10-11 a.m.
The Gallery at Hotel Willa, 233 Paseo del Pueblo Sur

Panel Discussion: What is

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Ticketed event - La Luz de Taos Art Preview Reception
Friday, June 5, 2026

Ticketed event - La Luz de Taos Art Preview Reception

5-7 p.m.
Couse-Sharp Historic Site

Ticketholders for La Luz de Taos will enjoy a Reception & Art Preview at The Lunder Research Center on the CSHS campus

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Lecture by Irving and Lisa Trujillo, Chimayo Weaving: The Artists’ Perspective
Saturday, March 14, 2026

Lecture by Irving and Lisa Trujillo, Chimayo Weaving: The Artists’ Perspective

4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
1915 Sharp Studio, Couse-Sharp Historic Site, 138 Kit Carson Rd

Weaving the New World free lecture series with Mark Winter, Juanita Lavadie, and Irving and Lisa Trujillo, January through March 2026

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Lecture by Juanita Lavadie, Weaving in El Valle: Northern New Mexico Textile Traditions
Saturday, February 14, 2026

Lecture by Juanita Lavadie, Weaving in El Valle: Northern New Mexico Textile Traditions

4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
1915 Sharp Studio, Couse-Sharp Historic Site, 138 Kit Carson Rd

Weaving the New World free lecture series with Mark Winter, Juanita Lavadie, and Irving and Lisa Trujillo, January through March 2026

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Lecture by Mark Winter, Pueblo and Navajo (Diné) Weaving Traditions
Saturday, February 7, 2026

Lecture by Mark Winter, Pueblo and Navajo (Diné) Weaving Traditions

4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
1915 Sharp Studio, Couse-Sharp Historic Site, 138 Kit Carson Rd

Weaving the New World free lecture series with Mark Winter, Juanita Lavadie, and Irving and Lisa Trujillo, January through March 2026

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Lecture by Mark Winter, Cross Cultural: The Naakaii (Hispanic) Influence on Enslaved Navajo Weavers
Friday, February 6, 2026

Lecture by Mark Winter, Cross Cultural: The Naakaii (Hispanic) Influence on Enslaved Navajo Weavers

4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
1915 Sharp Studio, Couse-Sharp Historic Site, 138 Kit Carson Rd

Weaving the New World free lecture series with Mark Winter, Juanita Lavadie, and Irving and Lisa Trujillo, January through March 2026

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Lecture by Mark Winter, Rio Grande Weaving Traditions 1800–Present
Saturday, January 17, 2026

Lecture by Mark Winter, Rio Grande Weaving Traditions 1800–Present

4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
1915 Sharp Studio, Couse-Sharp Historic Site, 138 Kit Carson Rd

Weaving the New World free lecture series with Mark Winter, Juanita Lavadie, and Irving and Lisa Trujillo, January through March 2026

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Lecture by Mark Winter: Classic Saltillo Sarapes 1750–1875
Friday, January 16, 2026

Lecture by Mark Winter: Classic Saltillo Sarapes 1750–1875

4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
1915 Sharp Studio, Couse-Sharp Historic Site, 138 Kit Carson Rd

Weaving the New World free lecture series with Mark Winter, Juanita Lavadie, and Irving and Lisa Trujillo, January through March 2026

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Holiday Reception | Kit Carson Road Holiday Celebration
Saturday, December 20, 2025

Holiday Reception | Kit Carson Road Holiday Celebration

3-6 pm
Lunder Research Center, Couse-Sharp Historic Site, 138 Kit Carson Rd

Join us under the farolitos for cider, snacks, and a strolling minstrel in front of The Lunder Research Center as we celebrate the holidays along with other Kit Carson Road museums and merchants

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Weaving the New World exhibition opening reception
Saturday, December 6, 2025

Weaving the New World exhibition opening reception

5–7 p.m.
Lunder Research Center at Couse-Sharp Historic Site, 138 Kit Carson Road, Taos

Join us at The Lunder Research Center, Couse-Sharp Historic Site, for an opening reception for the exhibition

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Open House, Heritage Garden Seed & Plant Giveaway, Book Sale,
Saturday, October 4, 2025

Open House, Heritage Garden Seed & Plant Giveaway, Book Sale, "new" painting welcome

1-3 p.m.; Lunder Research Center gallery open 3-5 p.m.
146 Kit Carson Road

Open house, Book Sale, debut of 7 spectacular Sharp and Couse paintings, and traditional giveaway of seeds and cuttings from the Virginia Walker Couse Heritage Garden

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Artist Talks & Historic Site Open House - August 2025
Saturday, August 16, 2025

Artist Talks & Historic Site Open House - August 2025

Artist talks 1-2 pm, Open House 1-3 pm
Couse-Sharp Historic Site, 146 Kit Carson Road, Taos

Come hear Tera Muskrat and Izumi Yokoyama speak on their artwork practices and enjoy an Open House of the Site and 3 exhibitions

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Dean, Elliott, Hagege panel discussion
Saturday, June 28, 2025

Dean, Elliott, Hagege panel discussion

10 a.m.
Hotel Willa, 233 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM

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Sun Brothers opening reception and sale
Friday, June 27, 2025

Sun Brothers opening reception and sale

5-7 p.m.
Couse-Sharp Historic Site, Lunder Research Center, 138 Kit Carson Road, Taos

Join us for the opening, draw sale, and secret-bid auction for Sun Brothers: Dean, Elliott, Hagege in the Land of Enchantment.

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¡Que Viva! (Sunday) - A celebration of the Taos community
Sunday, June 8, 2025

¡Que Viva! (Sunday) - A celebration of the Taos community

10am - 2 pm
Couse-Sharp Historic Site, 146 Kit Carson Road

Through FREE programs and “Taos-centric” exhibitions, share and explore our history while preserving and celebrating traditions, customs and artforms

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¡Que Viva! (Saturday) - A celebration of the Taos community
Saturday, June 7, 2025

¡Que Viva! (Saturday) - A celebration of the Taos community

11am - 3 pm
Couse-Sharp Historic Site, 146 Kit Carson Road

Through FREE programs and “Taos-centric” exhibitions, share and explore our history while preserving and celebrating traditions, customs and artforms

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