Peruvian Folk Art

04/21/2026

🌳🌺🦜 Proteger la madre tierra, es proteger la salud de los pueblos indígenas y de la humanidad. Es también proteger la cultura, la espiritualidad y la perfecta armonía con la naturaleza.

🌳🌺🦜 Proteger la madre tierra, es proteger la salud de los pueblos indígenas y de la humanidad. Es también proteger la cultura, la espiritualidad y la perfecta armonía con la naturaleza.

Para los Pueblos Indígenas, garantizar los derechos sobre sus tierras, territorios y recursos es fundamental, no solo para su salud y bienestar en el presente, sino también para fortalecer sus conocimientos, cultura, prácticas de cuidado y del "vivir sano" para las nuevas generaciones.
Photo: K**i Kawsay

04/21/2026

Protecting Mother Earth is protecting the health and well-being of indigenous peoples and all humanity.

Proteger la madre tierra es proteger la salud y el bienestar de toda la humanidad y de los pueblosindigenas.

Para los Pueblos Indígenas, garantizar los derechos sobre sus tierras, territorios y recursos es fundamental, no solo para su salud y bienestar en el presente, sino también para fortalecer sus conocimientos, cultura y prácticas de cuidado para las generaciones futuras. Los artículos 3, 4, 25 y 26 de la Declaración de las Naciones Unidas sobre los Derechos de los Pueblos Indígenas reafirman sus derechos a la libre determinación, así como a sus tierras, territorios, aguas y recursos.

Para los Pueblos Indígenas, garantizar los derechos sobre sus tierras, territorios y recursos es fundamental, no solo para su salud y bienestar en el presente, sino también para fortalecer sus conocimientos, cultura y prácticas de cuidado para las generaciones futuras. Los artículos 3, 4, 25 y 26 de la Declaración de las Naciones Unidas sobre los Derechos de los Pueblos Indígenas reafirman sus derechos a la libre determinación, así como a sus tierras, territorios, aguas y recursos. Sin embargo, quienes defienden estos derechos enfrentan a menudo procesos de criminalización y persecución. Garantizar su acceso a la justicia, la rendición de cuentas y reparaciones efectivas es, por tanto, indispensable.

03/21/2026

❤️🌳🌳🦜 Peruvian Artisan's Day 2026
Greetings to all the artisans and artists of Peru from Peruvian Folk Art Santa Fe, NM
"More than an art, it is history, it is ancestral wisdom, it is song, dance, it is the spirit of the people, it is living nature and culture, they are our artists and ambassadors of an art that is disappearing (being lost)."

We are called and committed to contributing to leaving a legacy for future generations!

11/06/2025

DIALOGUE "The Thread of Memory",
Artist: Mayta Katari Vizcarra Wood.
Other interpretations of Mayta Katari, of traditional music from Cusco.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1wXPc17v4yzPMdtvf6K853TnzxGRg4SO_?usp=sharing

✨ A Dialogue of Cultures That Transcended Borders! ✨
Last Saturday, October 11, 2025, we relived the magic and profound connection of memory in DIALOGUE: "The Thread of Memory" at El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe

This monumental event was a celebration of Indigenous folk art from Peru and New Mexico, uniting ancestral traditions in an unforgettable conversation.

Mayta Katari Vizcarra Wood is a Quechua artist from Cusco, Peru. He is a member of the Ñawpa Ñan cultural community of the K**i Kawsay Association- K**i Kawsay Inspired by his Indigenous culture, his artistic expressions mix modern digital technology with traditional techniques. His visual storytelling communicates the beauty of his culture, uplifts Indigenous worldview, and tells of the challenging consequences of colonialism. His work is inspired by Andean aesthetics, making it his own by creating unique modern designs that weave ancestral with contemporary. He is getting his BFA at the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) in Santa Fe, NM

Thank you to all who attended for being part of this vibrant cultural exchange!

10/18/2025

✨ A Dialogue of Cultures That Transcended Borders! ✨

Last Saturday, October 11, 2025, we relived the magic and profound connection of memory in DIALOGUE: "The Thread of Memory" at El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe

This monumental event was a celebration of Indigenous folk art from Peru and New Mexico, uniting ancestral traditions in an unforgettable conversation.

🎤 DIALOGUE FEATURED:
Bob Hoazous: The acclaimed Indigenous artist from New Mexico, sharing his unique vision.

Katari Viscarra: The talented Indigenous artist from Cusco, weaving the thread of Andean memory.

The conversation, masterfully guided by Maria Martínez, Executive Director of El Museo Cultural, was a bridge of understanding and respect.

🤝 WE THANK OUR LEADERS:
We extend our recognition to the presidents who made this gathering possible:
Loreta Martinez (President of El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe
Susana Hamilton (President of Peruvian Folk Art
Ruben Baldeon (President of Pueblos Artesanos, legado para las nuevas generaciones

This gathering was proudly part of the celebration of Santa Fe's 20th Anniversary as a UNESCO Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art.

Thank you to all who attended for being part of this vibrant cultural exchange!

10/07/2025

Join us to celebrate Santa Fe's 20th Anniversary as a UNESCO Creative City with the DIALOGUE "The Thread of Memory" at El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe, NM!

This event is the culmination of the exhibition "The Thread of Memory: A Reencounter with the Soul of Peruvian Folk Art" and will serve as a framework to celebrate the "20th Anniversary of Santa Fe as a UNESCO Creative City." It will be presented in a meaningful dialogue that seeks to build cultural bridges, featuring four Indigenous speakers from New Mexico and Peru.
Additionally, the event will feature a performance and rehearsal by the Mexican folk dance group from Santa Fe, an artist from the "Qapaq Ñan" group from Cusco, and another traditional artist from Bolivia.

Connecting Indigenous cultures and arts from New Mexico and Peru, it celebrates the 20th anniversary of Santa Fe's designation by UNESCO as the first Creative City of Folk Arts and Crafts in 2005.
https://www.unesco.org/en/creative-cities/santa-fe

Santa Fe is one of a select group of international cities designated a UNESCO City of Folk Arts and Crafts. UNESCO Creative Cities are chosen through application for their innovation, investment, and community across a wide range of arts and creativity.

CITY OF SANTA FE - Celebrating Generation/s in Santa Fe: 20 Years As a UNESCO Creative City https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VuR-qLoC1qY

This free event reflects how artists and tradition bearers follow UNESCO's sustainable development "threads" of cultural and climate resilience through their traditional knowledge and practices. UNESCO Creative Cities aim to place creativity and culture at the center of their development plans, working locally and actively engaging and cooperating internationally.

Admission is FREE to the Santa Fe Cultural Museum, with artistic programming on Saturday, October 11 at 10 AM and the DIALOGUE "The Thread of Memory" at 12 PM

MORE INFORMATION at:
elmuseocultural.org / (505) 992-0591
El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe
peruvianfolkartsf.org / (505) 470-8284
Peruvian Folk Art
pueblosartesanos.pe / (505) 310-5554
Pueblos Artesanos, legado para las nuevas generaciones

10/05/2025

DIALOGUE
"THE THREADS OF MEMORY - HILOS DE LA MEMORIA"
Dialogue - music - art
A CELEBRATION OF THE FOLK ART OF THE INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
OF PERU AND NEW MEXICO
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025. 10 AM - 1 PM

El Museo Cultural, 555 Camino de la Familia, Santa Fe NM 87505
ADMISSION IS FREE

MORE INFORMATION at:
elmuseocultural.org / (505) 992-0591
El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe
peruvianfolkartsf.org / (505) 470-8284
Peruvian Folk Art
pueblosartesanos.pe / (505) 310-5554
Pueblos Artesanos, legado para las nuevas generaciones

20th Anniversary of Santa Fe as UNESCO Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art
A Journey Through Art & Heritage! 📣

Experience "The Thread of Memory: A Reencounter with the Soul of Peruvian Popular Art," a captivating exhibition celebrating cultural connections and artistic traditions!
Join us at El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe as we delve into the vibrant world of Peruvian popular art, alongside the profound contributions of invited Northern New Mexico Generational Peoples. This special exhibit marks the 20th Anniversary of Santa Fe as a UNESCO Creative City, a testament to our rich artistic legacy.

What to Expect:
✨ A powerful dialogue between ancestral Peruvian art and contemporary Indigenous art from New Mexico.
✨ A celebration of cultural memory, identity, and the enduring power of art.
✨ Exquisite Exhibit Peruvian folk art and Sale, including textiles, retablos, ceramics, and more.
✨ A Artistic presentation of traditional music.

SPECIAL EXHIBIT:
"THE THREAD OF MEMEORY: A reencounter with the Soul of Peruvian Folk Art" With invited Northerd New Mexico Generational Peoples.

🗓️ Dates: September 19 - October 12, 2025
📍 Location: El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe
El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe, 555 Camino de la Familia, Santa Fe, NM
Museum Hours:
Wednesday - Sanday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday a Tuesday: Closed

Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness the beauty and depth of these incredible artistic traditions!

"HILOS DE LA MEMORIA"
Diálogo - música - arte
UNA CELEBRACIÓN DEL ARTE POPULAR DE LOS PUEBLOS INDÍGENAS DEL PERÚ Y NUEVO MÉXICO

SÁBADO 11 DE OCTUBRE DE 2025. 10:00 - 18:00
El Museo Cultural, 555 Camino de la Familia, Santa Fe, NM 87505
ENTRADA GRATUITA.
MÁS INFORMACIÓN en:
elmuseocultural.org / (505) 992-0591
El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe
peruvianfolkartsf.org / (505) 470-8284
Peruvian Folk Art
pueblosartesanos.pe / (505) 310-5554
Pueblos Artesanos, legado para las nuevas generaciones

20.º aniversario de Santa Fe como Ciudad Creativa de la Artesanía y el Arte Popular de la UNESCO
¡Un viaje a través del arte y el patrimonio! 📣

Viva la experiencia de "El Hilo de la Memoria: Un Reencuentro con el Alma del Arte Popular Peruano", una cautivadora exposición que celebra las conexiones culturales y las tradiciones artísticas.
Acompáñenos en El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe para adentrarnos en el vibrante mundo del arte popular peruano, junto con las profundas contribuciones de los Pueblos Generacionales del Norte de Nuevo México invitados. Esta exposición especial conmemora el 20.º aniversario de Santa Fe como Ciudad Creativa de la UNESCO, un testimonio de nuestro rico legado artístico.

Qué esperar:
✨ Un poderoso diálogo entre el arte ancestral peruano y el arte indígena contemporáneo de Nuevo México.
✨ Una celebración de la memoria cultural, la identidad y el poder perdurable del arte.
✨ Exquisita exhibición y venta de arte popular peruano, que incluye textiles, retablos, cerámica y más.
✨ Una presentación artística de música tradicional.

EXHIBICION ESPECIAL: "
EL HILO DE LA MEORIA: Un reencuentro con el alma del Arte Popular Peruano" Con invitados de los Pueblos Generacionales del Norte de Nuevo México.

🗓️ Fechas: 19 de septiembre - 12 de octubre de 2025
📍 Ubicación: El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe, 555 Camino de la Familia, Santa Fe, NM
Horario del museo:
Miércoles - Domingo: 10:00 a. m. - 5:00 p. m.
Lunes y martes: Cerrado

¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad única de presenciar la belleza y la profundidad de estas increíbles tradiciones artísticas!

09/30/2025

"THE THREAD OF MEMORY: A Reencounter with the Soul of Peruvian Folk Art". An exhibition celebrating the rich indigenous art of Peru and the generational traditions of the Native Peoples of New Mexico.
☀️ The exhibit is open 12-4 Wednesday-Friday, Saturday 9-4, Sunday 10-4 through October 12th.

Be part of the thread that unites cultures!

"EL HILO DE LA MEMORIA: Un reencuentro con el alma de Arte Popular Peruano". Una exhibición que celebra la riqueza del arte indígena de Perú y las tradiciones generacionales de los Pueblos de Nuevo México.
☀️ La exposición está abierta de miércoles a viernes de 12 a 4, sábado de 9 a 4, domingo de 10 a 4 hasta el 12 de octubre.
¡Sé parte del tejido que une culturas!

Featured Artists:
Estella Enciñias, Samantha Chávez, Jessica Ortíz, Felicia Rodríguez, Alex Jacob. Olga Mori, Olinda Silvano, Lily Sandoval, Lizeth Alvarez, Salome Buenapico, Dolores Primo, Isabel Pumayali, Isabel Pumayali de Vara, Fidela Barzola, Rosa Palomino, Jose Ipanaque, Joao Socola, Florencio Huarhua, Angel Infanzon, Julio Gallardo, Marco Gallardo y Gabriel Aybar.

🔗 For more details and to plan your visit, please call:
For more details and to plan your visit, please call:
El Museo Cultural de Santa FE (505) 992-0591
El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe
Peruvian Folk Art Santa FE (505) 470-8284
Peruvian Folk Art
Pueblos Artesanos Peru (505) 310-5554
Pueblos Artesanos, legado para las nuevas generaciones

Photo:
Maria Martinez, Directora de El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe which receives a visit from the indigenous artista Bob Haozous.
He is a renowned Chiricahua Apache sculptor from Santa Fe, New Mexico.

09/25/2025

The soul of Peruvian folk art is already connecting with the heart of Santa Fe and the world! ❤️✨
Thank you for your visit and comments!!

We are incredibly happy and grateful for the wonderful energy you gave us at the opening of "THE THREAD OF MEMORY." We were overjoyed to see members of our beloved Santa Fe community and visitors from around the world gathered to celebrate the richness of Peruvian culture.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. Your enthusiasm is proof that art is a thread that unites us all!
Mark your calendar! Don't miss it! Mark your calendar! Don't miss out!

🔗 For more details and to plan your visit, please call:
For more details and to plan your visit, please call:

El Museo Cultural de Santa FE (505) 992-0591
El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe
Peruvian Folk Art Santa FE (505) 470-8284
Peruvian Folk Art
Pueblos Artesanos Peru (505) 310-5554
Pueblos Artesanos, legado para las nuevas generaciones

09/24/2025

The soul of Peruvian folk art is already connecting with the heart of Santa Fe and the world! ❤️✨

We are incredibly happy and grateful for the wonderful energy you gave us at the opening of "THE THREAD OF MEMORY." We were overjoyed to see members of our beloved Santa Fe community and visitors from around the world gathered to celebrate the richness of Peruvian culture.

Your smiles and amazement speak volumes. We loved hearing your comments, from "it's like taking a trip to the heart of the Andes" to "each piece has a story that draws you in."

Thank you to everyone who joined us. Your enthusiasm is proof that art is a thread that unites us all!

¡Marca tu calendario! ¡No te lo pierdas! Mark your calendar! Don't miss out!

🧵 Join us as we celebrate the heritage, creativity, and memory that unites us.

🔗 For more details and to plan your visit, please call:
Para más detalles y para planificar tu visita, puede llamar:

El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe (505) 992-0591
El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe
Peruvian Folk Art (505)470-8284
Peruvian Folk Art
Pueblos Artesanos (505) 310-5554
Pueblos Artesanos, legado para las nuevas generaciones