Santa Fe's Art-Filled Weekend: Clay, Recycled Treasures, and Textile Traditions

15/11/2025 2 min
Santa Fe's Art-Filled Weekend: Clay, Recycled Treasures, and Textile Traditions

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Good morning, this is your Santa Fe Local Frequency for Saturday, November 15, 2025.It is a chilly but sunny start to the weekend in Santa Fe, and there is an inviting energy across the city. Today marks the kickoff of some of the season’s most anticipated art events. For those who want to be inspired and support the creative community, head to the Santa Fe Contemporary Clay Fair, running both today and tomorrow. This juried show brings together emerging and established ceramic artists from around New Mexico, with everything from bold sculptures to beautifully crafted pottery on display and for sale. It is a fantastic chance to meet the artists, pick up a unique holiday gift, or just admire the vibrant clay traditions that Santa Fe is known for.If you are looking for something with a twist, downtown’s Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival also launches today at the Convention Center. This quirky, eco-friendly annual event highlights the inventive ways artists transform discarded materials into striking visual art, jewelry, and household pieces. With interactive booths and local food trucks on hand, families and art enthusiasts alike can enjoy a full day exploring creativity with a conscience.Tonight, the Museum of International Folk Art is hosting its World of Treasures Silent Auction and Party from 6 to 8 PM. This is more than just an auction—picture over 300 folk art treasures from around the world, a boutique for affordable finds, and a New Mexico-inspired menu with local drinks, all in the spirit of supporting art education and outreach. Whether you are a collector or just want to soak up the festive energy, this event brings together art lovers while raising funds to make folk art accessible to more in our community.For those who want to keep a pulse on the city’s ongoing developments, Santa Fe is rebounding after a turbulent week in state and national politics, with the federal government now reopened and local leaders looking ahead to budget talks that could impact city initiatives over the winter.Looking to Sunday and beyond, tomorrow brings a hands-on fiber arts workshop at the Museum of International Folk Art, where visitors can learn the time-honored techniques of New Mexican colcha embroidery with expert weavers. It is a rare chance to connect with the area’s rich arts traditions and even try your hand at some textile magic.As always, the Railyard Artisan Market opens its doors for shoppers and browsers every Sunday, giving you a taste of local produce, crafts, and music that capture the heartbeat of Santa Fe’s creative economy.Stay warm, enjoy the colors and culture filling the city this weekend, and remember to support local wherever you wander. This has been Santa Fe Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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