We're thrilled to announce that Ruidoso has been named a winner in the 2024 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice travel award contest for Best Small Town Cultural Scene! This prestigious recognition highlights our town's vibrant cultural heritage. Congratulations, Ruidoso!
Read MoreRuidoso's thriving art community takes center stage in a recent feature by the Santa Fe New Mexican. Highlighting the town's rich artistic heritage and diverse talents, the article showcases local artists like Michael Fish, Vicki Conley, and more. Ruidoso offers a unique artistic experience for visitors and residents alike, from captivating murals to intricate quilts. Experience the creativity of Ruidoso today! Read the full story here>>
Read MoreRuidoso is a melting pot for creative talent, where artists, performers, and musicians gather for a buzzing indie art movement. If you're looking for a place to access live music venues, unique art galleries, and festivals, come visit Ruidoso. Check out these venues, explore our Events Calendar, and never miss out.
Read MoreThe “Free Spirits at Noisy Water” sculpture installation in Ruidoso Downs features eight horses running through the natural landscape. The bronze sculptures and the surrounding park at the Hubbard Museum of the American West were designed, sculpted, and engineered by artist Dave McGary. Did you know that each horse weighs from three to five thousand pounds?
Read MoreMidtown is more colorful than ever. Grab a selfie in front of Ruidoso’s Instagrammable public murals brought to you by local artists and the Ruidoso Midtown Association.
Read MoreA 514-seat landmark performing arts center designed by Antoine Predock is a year-round venue for world-class performances in theater, music, and dance, along with four major glass installations by Dale Chihuly. Tours Tue & Thu at 10 a.m.
Read MoreWithin its 10,000 square-foot space, The Adobe Fine Art gallery in Midtown Ruidoso presents a rich mix of original fine art paintings, bronze sculpture, designer jewelry, and decorative art. In keeping with New Mexico's remarkable silver and gold jewelry heritage, they also feature some of the finest silversmiths and goldsmiths in New Mexico
Read MoreA guide to the best annual art events in Ruidoso.
Read MoreRuidoso and Lincoln County have long celebrated art and artisans past and present, so keep your eyes peeled for the many other artistic discoveries tucked away in unexpected places. Here’s a short sampling of Lincoln County art exhibits to help get you started.
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