Friends of Las Cruces Museums

For the Love of Art at the Branigan Cultural Center

2012-01-25T20:11:00.000-07:00

The Branigan Cultural Center and the ArtForms Artists Association presents For the Love of Art. This exhibit opens on Friday, February 3, 2012 and ends on Saturday, February 25, 2012. A reception is to be held from 5:00pm – 7:00pm on Friday, February 4, 2012 during the monthly Ramble. “For the Love of Art” is a celebration of art in Las Cruces. Paintings, drawings, sculptures, jewelry, paper

Works from a Dona Ana County Sculpture Class at the Branigan Cultural Center

2012-01-25T20:06:00.000-07:00

The Branigan Cultural Center presents Works from a Dona Ana County Sculpture Class, an exhibition of works by local student artists. This showcase is on display from Friday, February 3, 2012 through Saturday, February 25, 2012. An artists’ reception with light refreshments takes place at the Branigan Cultural Center from 5:00pm – 7:00pm, Friday, February 3, during the monthly Ramble. The

“Fallen Astronaut” by Paul Van Hoeydonck at the Las Cruces Museum of Art

2012-01-07T09:25:00.000-07:00

On display at the Las Cruces Museum of Art is Paul Van Hoeydonck’s statue, “Fallen Astronaut”. This replica of the sole piece of art on the moon is on display during the exhibition of “NASA|ART: 50 Years of Exploration” and through January 21, 2012. Van Hoeydonck’s “Fallen Astronaut” is the only piece of art on the moon. It is viewed as a lasting and poignant tribute to the eight astronauts

Register for Winter/Spring Art Classes at the Las Cruces Museum of Art

2012-01-07T09:22:00.000-07:00

“An Accomplished Woman” by painting instructor Michael Ponce “The Chase” by painting instructor Michael Ponce Printmaking Workshop at the Museum of Art Registration for 2012 winter and spring art classes at the Las Cruces Museum of Art is on-going. Class schedules and registration forms are available at the museum and on the website www.las-cruces.org/museums

A Starry Night for Singles at the Las Cruces Museum of Art

2012-01-02T13:46:00.000-07:00

”Liftoff at 15 Seconds”, 1982 Jack Perlmutter, Oil Courtesy NASA Art Program Shoot for the moon and play among the stars, as the Las Cruces Museum of Art hosts a night for singles to mingle. On Wednesday, January 18, 2012 - join us for an evening of fun, food, and great conversation. The festivities begin at 6:30pm and conclude at 8:30pm. Meet new people and mingle with one another

Enchanted Visions of New Mexico at the Branigan Cultural Center

2012-01-02T13:38:00.000-07:00

The Branigan Cultural Center presents Enchanted Visions of New Mexico. Quilt lovers have an excellent opportunity to view a variety of artistically created quilts when the President’s Challenge exhibit of the Las Colcheras Quilt Guild is displayed from Friday, January 6, 2012 through Saturday, January 28, 2012. The opening is accompanied by local musicians presenting the concert Music

Student Launch Program subject of lecture at Branigan Cultural Center

2011-12-02T13:01:00.000-07:00

Las Cruces, NM – The Branigan Cultural Center will host a lecture on Thursday, December 8 at 1pm on NMSU’s Student Launch Program. The talk will be delivered by Dr. Patricia Hynes, Director of the New Mexico Space Grant Consortium. Hynes’ lecture will focus on the Student Launch Program, a collaborative NMSU and NASA project that sent local students’ experiments into space on May 20, 2011, from

“PAINTING THE NIGHT SKY” WORKSHOP AT THE LAS CRUCES MUSEUM OF ART

2011-11-29T10:39:00.000-07:00

City Lights, Aleksander Titovets An Evening Scene, Aleksander Titovets The Las Cruces Museum of Art and the Las Cruces Museum of Natural History invite you to join us for one of the many exciting programs offered in conjunction with “NASA|ART: 50 Years of Exploration,” now showing at the Las Cruces Museum of Art. Lyuba and Aleksander Titovets lead “Painting the Night Sky,” a three-day

Holiday Ornament Making Classes

2011-11-22T09:14:00.000-07:00

The Las Cruces Railroad Museum will offer ornament making classes on Saturday, December 10 and Saturday, December 17 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Drop by anytime and make your choice of ornaments. Several types of ornaments will be available, including foam picture frames, Pearler beads (melty beads), and wooden trains to paint. Open to all children ages 6 and up, with parental attendance

Don Jose Castro: A Final Farewell at the BCC

2011-11-21T16:24:00.003-07:00

Charros by Robert Kaiser The Branigan Cultural Center presents Don Omar Castro: A Final Farewell through the photography of Robert Kaiser. This exhibit opens on Friday, December 2, 2011 and concludes on Saturday, December 31, 2011. An opening reception takes place from 5pm to 7pm during the downtown Ramble. In this exhibition, Mr. Kaiser celebrates the life of Don Omar Castro through

Dr. Stephanie Taylor Speaks at the Las Cruces Museum of Art

2011-11-21T16:16:00.000-07:00

The Las Cruces Museum of Art continues its ”Speaking of Art” series with Dr. Stephanie Taylor on Saturday, November 19, 2011 at 2:00 pm. This lecture series features artists and art historians discussing their work and studies on the third Saturday of each month. It is open to the public and admission is free. With her lecture, Art of the Space Age, Dr. Taylor joins us to discuss the impact of

“NASA|ART: 50 Years of Exploration” December Calendar of Events

2011-11-21T16:12:00.003-07:00

The Las Cruces Museum of Art, the Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, and Branigan Cultural Center invite you to join us from some exciting activities and wonderful programs offered in conjunction with “NASA|ART: 50 Years of Exploration,” now showing at the Las Cruces Museum of Art. December events include: Science CaféMuseum of Art Thursday, December 1 / 5:30 – 6:30 pmMichael Shinebery,

Great items for the raffle drawing at the Annual Meeting and NASA | Art Gala Nov 3

2011-10-15T07:07:00.000-06:00

l. Cutter Gallery (we shall see Nov 3!)2. An evening with dinner at Hotel Encanto and 2 tickets to the Black Box theater3. A soak at RIVERBEND in Truth or Consequences plus 2 fluffy terrycloth towels4. $20 gift certificate from THE RUSTIC OLIVE in Mesilla5. 2 hours of landscape consultation from ENCHANTED GARDEN worth $1506. Painting from POTTERIES in Mesilla worth $1507. 2 lithographs by Paul

Get involved - support our city’s museums

2011-10-08T18:03:00.000-06:00

Museums offer training for volunteers in October The Foundation for Las Cruces Museums is looking for a few good people to help with our efforts to promote the City of Las Cruces museums. FLCM is a non-profit organization committed to supporting the four city museums with advocacy and finances. Our board is made up of a diverse group of people brought together by their dedication to the museums. Members include working

Please help with Caboose Challenge Grant.

2011-04-03T16:34:00.003-06:00

Dear Friend, We are pleased to announce that the City’s Railroad Museum (RRM) is the beneficiary of another challenge grant in the amount of $2000. Inspired by the success of the previous model layout challenge grant, two anonymous donors have stepped forward with a new challenge to raise even more funds to begin the process of restoring the Museum’s historic and rare 1890s caboose.

For the Love of Art Month: A 100-Voice Choir

2011-03-05T17:24:00.001-07:00

A 100-voice choir performed on Saturday, Feb. 26, at the Museum of Art as part of For the Love of Art Month and it was a "spectacular experience," said Cheryl Fallstead. Fortunately for those who were unable to attend, the performances are now available on YouTube. Special thank you to Juan Robles, Jeanne Gleason, Tomilee Turner, and Frank Torres for video, editing and posting on Youtube and to

FOUNDATION FOR LAS CRUCES MUSEUMS SUPPORTS MUSEUMS WITH RAT ON A STICK

2010-11-25T07:38:00.000-07:00

“Oh, rats!” That’s not a curse, that’s what we’re serving. This weekend, November 6 and 7, members of the Foundation for Las Cruces Museums again head to the Renaissance Arts Faire at Young Park to hawk Rat on a Stick and Rat’s Nests as one of our biggest fundraisers of the year. OK, we’re not really selling rats, but don’t tell the kids that! Our booth, one of many

FOUNDATION FOR LAS CRUCES MUSEUMS SUPPORTS MUSEUMS WITH RAT ON A STICK

2010-10-30T10:10:00.001-06:00

Museum of Natural History attracts thousands to see “Hatching the Past”

2010-07-24T16:30:00.008-06:00

Visitors are pouring into the Las Cruces Museum of Natural History, located in the Mesilla Valley Mall, to see the traveling exhibit “Hatching the Past: Dinosaur Nests, Eggs and Young,” which gives a glimpse into the lives of young dinosaurs. A combination of hands-on exhibits, educational panels and models of dinosaurs is enough to make any dinosaur-loving kid - or adult - quite satisfied.

Keep boredom at bay with rich variety of summer activities at city museums

2010-05-31T17:22:00.002-06:00

It’s summer vacation and the kids are out of school. While we want them to enjoy some down time to relax and be free of the constant need to be “on task,” even the most ardent lover of summer vacation soon is looking for something to do. So before you hear that first, “I’m booored!” coming from your children, plan for some fun summer activities that are different enough from the average day of

The Friends of Las Cruces Museums would like to thank Jose Tena for a wonderful evening

2009-11-15T09:38:00.008-07:00

November 1 was Día de los Muertos and Jose Tena had set up a community alter in the Branigan Cultural Center for all to see and enjoy … and, if they participated, make a spiritual connection with loved ones long departed. We wanted a special day for our Friends and invited you to a reception at the Branigan November 29 to see the simple, yet elaborate (if that’s possible) alter, and watch a

2009-10-31T08:24:00.003-06:00

The Foundation for Las Cruces Museums cordially invites the Friends of Las Cruces Museums to our Annual Meeting. We will have a friends-only private preview of the exhibit Abraham Lincoln: Self-made in America as well as a lecture by Dr. Dwight Pitcaithley. The business meeting will follow.Branigan Cultural CenterThursday, November 19, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.Dessert and beverages will be served.RSVP by

2009-10-07T18:35:00.003-06:00

Friends-only Special Event Thursday, October 29, 2009Dear Friend,You are cordially invited to an exclusive Friends-only event to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos! Noted artist and choreographer, Jose Tena will discuss the customs and traditions of the Dia de Los Muertos celebration. Each year Mr. Tena creates a Dia de Los Muertos altar on a grand scale at the Branigan Cultural Center.Come get a sneak

A Special Invitation to the Friends of the Las Cruces Museums

2009-09-01T19:00:00.004-06:00

The Foundation for Las Cruces Museums is pleased to announce a field trip to the El Camino Real International Heritage Center on Saturday, October 10, 2009.The El Camino Real International Heritage Center is the newest New Mexico State Monument. The center was dedicated in 2005 with a mission to promote the understanding and appreciation of the settlement of our state made possible by the El

Explore Las Cruces Museums this summer

2009-06-30T06:00:00.001-06:00

Summer vacation is here and that means the kids are out of school and family is coming to visit. It also means that you have people to keep entertained, preferably someplace out of the heat. Fortunately for you, the City of Las Cruces has four very cool museums to enjoy this summer: Museum of Art, Branigan Cultural Center, Railroad Museum and Museum of Natural History. The programming at these

Friendship Challenge!

2009-04-12T08:52:00.000-06:00

You support the Las Cruces Museums because you value our museums and want to ensure they remain part of our community. Being a Friend of the Museums not only provides you the satisfaction of doing something of value for your city, but also gives you the opportunity to be directly involved in the museums’ future.We now challenge you to spread your support and excitement about the Las Cruces

April Bulletin Column

2009-04-12T08:45:00.000-06:00

Foundation for Las Cruces Museums supports city museumsBy Cheryl Fallstead, PresidentFoundation for Las Cruces MuseumsThe Foundation for Las Cruces Museums (FLCM) exists for one purpose: to support the city’s four museums. Like any part of the city, the museums rely on funding from our local government in order to do everything from paying the rent and utility bills, buying equipment and

Friendship Challenge!

2009-04-10T17:46:00.001-06:00

Message from FLCM President

2009-03-02T18:39:00.003-07:00

Plans for the Museum of Nature and Science are moving forward with the first step being developing the blueprint of the facility and the MoNaS concept.A big thank you to all for helping us exceed the goal on the Railroad Museum Challenge Grant. Over $2,000 was raised and $1,000 matched by the donor. The remaking of the model train layout is proceeding, thanks to all our Friends.Upcoming