Harwood Museum is teaming up with the Taos Public Library to offer a FREE monthly story time for young artists. Suitable for all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants enjoy complimentary museum admission following the program. PLEASE NOTE the June Storytime program will take place at the Stephanie Mitchell Smith Center for Creative Learning, next door to the Museum, which is closed for installation.

Image: Block Party, June 2025, Make Your Mark: Student Responses to Modernist Abstraction (June 21, 2025-May 31, 2026). Photo by Shayla Blatchford Photography.

Meet Artist Ronald Rael and see his original work, Liminal, constructed in real-time on the Harwood Museum of Art front plaza. Blending tradition and technology, Rael will build Liminal layer by layer from 3D printed adobe using a portable 7-axis robot. This program will take place while the museum is closed for the installation of Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros.

Join us for the Opening Celebration and After Party on Saturday, June 27 from 4-10pm featuring music by Lone Piñon and DJ Sonny Goodnight.

Image: Ronald Rael, SKLYOS, 2022, 3D printed adobe. San Luis Valley, CO. Photo by the artist.

Harwood Museum of Art invites you to a fundraising dinner at the intersection of art, land, and shared ritual. Earth to Table brings together the artists, curators, and supporters of Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros for an intimate, one-night-only feast held at the historic la Hacienda de los Martinez, curated by /shed and led by artist-chef Johnny Ortiz-Concha.

Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros exhibition explores contemporary earthen artworks and the enduring relationships between people, land, and unfired earth–bridging regional traditions and global perspectives through the work of rafa esparza, Christine Howard Sandoval, Ronald Rael, Santino Gonzales, Joanna Keane Lopez, and Gabriel Chaile.

The evening will unfold around a beautifully curated, locally sourced feast by /shed, inspired by the high desert landscape of Taos and Johnny Ortiz-Concha’s Tu-ah-ta (Taos Pueblo) and Spanish heritage. Johnny will share reflections on his practice and the land, culture, and community at the heart of the /shed experience, with live music by Sarah Martinez throughout the evening. With only 40 tickets available, reserve your place not to be part of this extraordinary experience.

Held at ls Hacienda de los Martinez–one of the few remaining late Spanish Colonial “Great Houses” in the Southwest and on the National Register of Historic Places – the evening is rooted in a place whose adobe walls and history echo the exhibition’s themes of land, culture, and continuity.

Ticket Includes:

2:00 pm VIP exhibition preview, Harwood Museum of Art

5:30 pm gathering, Martinez Hacienda

6:30 pm feast, Martinez Hacienda

Image courtesy of /shed project.

Join artists featured in Unearthing Futures/Desenterrando Futuros  for an intimate conversation moderated by critic Raquel Gutiérrez. This event is ticketed in the Arthur Bell Auditorium. Tickets will be available May 1. This program will be conducted in a fluid mixture of English and Spanish.

Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros explores contemporary earthen artworks, establishing a profound dialogue between regional roots and global perspectives. As visitors engage with the exhibition, they embark on a journey through time, examining the intricate relationship between humanity and the elemental material of unfired earth.

At its core, this exhibition highlights the transformative power of mud—a substance that bridges tradition and innovation, ecology and artistry. Through the work of rafa esparza, Christine Howard Sandoval, Ronald Rael, Santino Gonzales, Joanna Keane Lopez, and Gabriel Chaile, Unearthing Futures navigates the intersections of technological progress, societal change, and environmental stewardship. Each artwork invites reflection on a rapidly evolving world, encouraging viewers to consider the past, engage with the present, and imagine futures shaped by deeper connections to the land.

Situated within the striking landscapes of Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado, Unearthing Futures extends beyond the Harwood Museum’s galleries, incorporating historic and contemporary earthen building sites throughout the region. These sites and their histories become integral to the exhibition, emphasizing the enduring interplay between art, architecture, and environment.

The legacy of adobe and earthen clay in the Southwest is deeply rooted in Indigenous traditions and enriched by successive cultural influences. From Pueblo communities to Spanish settlers, adobe architecture embodies resilience, adaptation, and collaboration. Unearthing Futures reflects on this legacy, challenging audiences to reconsider their relationship to the land and its materials while engaging with contemporary reinterpretations of these practices.

Image: Christine Howard Sandoval, Arch – A Passage Formed By A Curve, 2020, adobe mud and graphite on paper, 60 x 96 inches. Photo by Rachel Topham Photography.

Bring the whole family to celebrate the opening of Unearthing Futures/Desenterrando Futuros, an exhibition of contemporary earthen artworks that explore local roots and global perspectives. The evening will feature live music, gallery talks, and interactive activities for all ages. Complete schedule to follow. This event is free. No reservations required.

Following the Opening, continue the celebration at our free After Party featuring DJ Sonny Goodnight. Dance under the stars in the Harwood Backyard from 8-10pm.

At its core, this exhibition highlights the transformative power of mud—a substance that bridges tradition and innovation, ecology and artistry. Through the work of rafa esparza, Christine Howard Sandoval, Ronald Rael, Santino Gonzales, Joanna Keane Lopez, and Gabriel Chaile, Unearthing Futures navigates the intersections of technological progress, societal change, and environmental stewardship. Each artwork invites reflection on a rapidly evolving world, encouraging viewers to consider the past, engage with the present, and imagine futures shaped by deeper connections to the land.

Situated within the striking landscapes of Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado, Unearthing Futures extends beyond the Harwood Museum’s galleries, incorporating historic and contemporary earthen building sites throughout the region. These sites and their histories become integral to the exhibition, emphasizing the enduring interplay between art, architecture, and environment.

The legacy of adobe and earthen clay in the Southwest is deeply rooted in Indigenous traditions and enriched by successive cultural influences. From Pueblo communities to Spanish settlers, adobe architecture embodies resilience, adaptation, and collaboration. Unearthing Futures reflects on this legacy, challenging audiences to reconsider their relationship to the land and its materials while engaging with contemporary reinterpretations of these practices.

Image: Ronald Rael, ​Skylos​, 2022, 3D-printed adobe structures, Center, CO. Photo: Joshua Ware, 2023.

Harwood Museum is teaming up with the Taos Public Library to offer a FREE monthly story time for young artists. Suitable for all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants enjoy complimentary museum admission following the program. PLEASE NOTE the June Storytime program will take place at the Stephanie Mitchell Smith Center for Creative Learning, next door to the Museum, which is closed for installation.

Image: Block Party, June 2025, Make Your Mark: Student Responses to Modernist Abstraction (June 21, 2025-May 31, 2026). Photo by Shayla Blatchford Photography.

Take a moment to slow down with art and experience the special exhibition Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros. Each month, a Harwood educator will lead you through a series of exercises to explore a single work of art. This 30-minute conversation in the galleries will open your eyes and deepen your connection with art. This program is free for Members or included with Museum admission. View our admission rates and free categories here or become a Member.

July Focus: LIMINAL by Ronald Rael

August Focus: Ella vendrá a pagarle todo by Gabriel Chaile

September Focus: Santino Gonzales

Image: Harwood Museum of Art. 

Harwood Museum is teaming up with the Taos Public Library to offer a FREE monthly story time for young artists. Suitable for all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants enjoy complimentary museum admission following the program. PLEASE NOTE the June Storytime program will take place at the Stephanie Mitchell Smith Center for Creative Learning, next door to the Museum, which is closed for installation.

Image: Block Party, June 2025, Make Your Mark: Student Responses to Modernist Abstraction (June 21, 2025-May 31, 2026). Photo by Shayla Blatchford Photography.

Guitarist and composer Gustavo Alonso López presents an intimate evening of live Flamenco guitar in celebration of his third full-length studio album, Sonanta Con Metales. For this performance, Gustavo will reimagine works from each of his three albums for solo guitar.

About Sonanta Con Metales

Released in Spring of 2026 and created in collaboration with trumpeter Jay Roulston, Lopez’s newest record showcases Flamenco guitar in the context of a brass ensemble. Firmly grounded in the tradition and heritage of Spanish Flamenco, Sonanta Con Metales is also rooted in the lands of the American West. It was composed while Gustavo served as an Artist-In-Residence in Taos at the Helene Wurlitzer Foundation and draws on influences ranging from Flamenco to Jazz, film music, and Minimalism.

About the Artist

Gustavo Alonso López is a North American Flamenco guitarist and composer based in Walla Walla, WA. Born and raised in Idaho as the son of a Salvadoran immigrant, his music emerges from Flamenco’s grassroots oral tradition and the institutionalized Western notation system, borrows concepts from classical music and jazz, and blurs lines between composition and improvisation. Dismantling stereotypes and building cross-cultural dialogue and understanding through music are key elements of Gustavo’s creative practice. He has released three full-length studio albums, Punto Lejano (2014), Espasón (2023), and Sonanta Con Metales (2026). His work has received support from the Fulbright US Student Program, ArtWalla, The Helene Wurlitzer Foundation, Artist Trust, Audiosocket, and the Ucross Foundation. He also serves as a Studio Music Instructor in Guitar at Whitman College.

Click below for more information:

Artist Website: studioespason.com

Bandcamp: https://gustavoalonsolopez.bandcamp.com/music

Join Artist Ronald Rael for a two-day adobe restoration workshop at the historic village of Los Ancones in Northern New Mexico. The workshop will focus on enjarrando (mud plastering), preparing and applying earthen plaster, and making adobes. This is free workshop with limited space. Those who identify with adobe as a heritage practice are encouraged to apply.

Apply Here

Applications are due on July 6 at midnight MST. Participants will be notified of their acceptance by Friday, July 10. Community lunch provided on Day 1. Lunch and breakfast provided on Day 2. Please note that transportation and accommodations are not included. Participants must be able to attend both days of the workshop.

Dates: Saturday, August 15 + Sunday, August 16 from 10am-4pm

Location: 15 minutes from the historic hot springs of Ojo Caliente, New Mexico

Instructors: Ronald Rael and Mateo Salinas Clarke

About the site:

The village of Los Ancones is named for the natural cove formed by the Rio Vallecitos as it winds through the mountains of Kit Carson National

Forest in the Cañada de La Madera. Once a thrivingfarming village with homes, religious buildings and a school, Los Ancones is now comprised of a few small 19th century adobe structures, including a rare, functioning religious building called a Morada, a cemetery, an abundant acequia, which provides water to the lush vega, and the property represents some of the best remaining examples of a traditional Northern New Mexican cultural landscape.

Apply Here

Images: Courtsey of Ronald Rael.

Take a moment to slow down with art and experience the special exhibition Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros. Each month, a Harwood educator will lead you through a series of exercises to explore a single work of art. This 30-minute conversation in the galleries will open your eyes and deepen your connection with art. This program is free for Members or included with Museum admission. View our admission rates and free categories here or become a Member.

July Focus: LIMINAL by Ronald Rael

August Focus: Ella vendrá a pagarle todo by Gabriel Chaile

September Focus: Santino Gonzales

Image: Harwood Museum of Art. 

Harwood Museum is teaming up with the Taos Public Library to offer a FREE monthly story time for young artists. Suitable for all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants enjoy complimentary museum admission following the program. PLEASE NOTE the June Storytime program will take place at the Stephanie Mitchell Smith Center for Creative Learning, next door to the Museum, which is closed for installation.

Image: Block Party, June 2025, Make Your Mark: Student Responses to Modernist Abstraction (June 21, 2025-May 31, 2026). Photo by Shayla Blatchford Photography.

Take a moment to slow down with art and experience the special exhibition Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros. Each month, a Harwood educator will lead you through a series of exercises to explore a single work of art. This 30-minute conversation in the galleries will open your eyes and deepen your connection with art. This program is free for Members or included with Museum admission. View our admission rates and free categories here or become a Member.

July Focus: LIMINAL by Ronald Rael

August Focus: Ella vendrá a pagarle todo by Gabriel Chaile

September Focus: Santino Gonzales

Image: Harwood Museum of Art. 

Harwood Museum is teaming up with the Taos Public Library to offer a FREE monthly story time for young artists. Suitable for all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants enjoy complimentary museum admission following the program. PLEASE NOTE the June Storytime program will take place at the Stephanie Mitchell Smith Center for Creative Learning, next door to the Museum, which is closed for installation.

Image: Block Party, June 2025, Make Your Mark: Student Responses to Modernist Abstraction (June 21, 2025-May 31, 2026). Photo by Shayla Blatchford Photography.

Take a moment to slow down with art and experience the special exhibition Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros. Each month, a Harwood educator will lead you through a series of exercises to explore a single work of art. This 30-minute conversation in the galleries will open your eyes and deepen your connection with art. This program is free for Members or included with Museum admission. View our admission rates and free categories here or become a Member.

July Focus: LIMINAL by Ronald Rael

August Focus: Ella vendrá a pagarle todo by Gabriel Chaile

September Focus: Santino Gonzales

Image: Harwood Museum of Art. 

Harwood Museum is teaming up with the Taos Public Library to offer a FREE monthly story time for young artists. Suitable for all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants enjoy complimentary museum admission following the program. PLEASE NOTE the June Storytime program will take place at the Stephanie Mitchell Smith Center for Creative Learning, next door to the Museum, which is closed for installation.

Image: Block Party, June 2025, Make Your Mark: Student Responses to Modernist Abstraction (June 21, 2025-May 31, 2026). Photo by Shayla Blatchford Photography.

Take a moment to slow down with art and experience the special exhibition Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros. Each month, a Harwood educator will lead you through a series of exercises to explore a single work of art. This 30-minute conversation in the galleries will open your eyes and deepen your connection with art. This program is free for Members or included with Museum admission. View our admission rates and free categories here or become a Member.

July Focus: LIMINAL by Ronald Rael

August Focus: Ella vendrá a pagarle todo by Gabriel Chaile

September Focus: Santino Gonzales

Image: Harwood Museum of Art. 

Take a moment to slow down with art and experience the special exhibition Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros. Each month, a Harwood educator will lead you through a series of exercises to explore a single work of art. This 30-minute conversation in the galleries will open your eyes and deepen your connection with art. This program is free for Members or included with Museum admission. View our admission rates and free categories here or become a Member.

July Focus: LIMINAL by Ronald Rael

August Focus: Ella vendrá a pagarle todo by Gabriel Chaile

September Focus: Santino Gonzales

Image: Harwood Museum of Art. 

Take a moment to slow down with art and experience the special exhibition Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros. Each month, a Harwood educator will lead you through a series of exercises to explore a single work of art. This 30-minute conversation in the galleries will open your eyes and deepen your connection with art. This program is free for Members or included with Museum admission. View our admission rates and free categories here or become a Member.

July Focus: LIMINAL by Ronald Rael

August Focus: Ella vendrá a pagarle todo by Gabriel Chaile

September Focus: Santino Gonzales

Image: Harwood Museum of Art. 

Take a moment to slow down with art and experience the special exhibition Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros. Each month, a Harwood educator will lead you through a series of exercises to explore a single work of art. This 30-minute conversation in the galleries will open your eyes and deepen your connection with art. This program is free for Members or included with Museum admission. View our admission rates and free categories here or become a Member.

July Focus: LIMINAL by Ronald Rael

August Focus: Ella vendrá a pagarle todo by Gabriel Chaile

September Focus: Santino Gonzales

Image: Harwood Museum of Art.