Harwood Museum of Art
- The Harwood Museum of Art presents a creative backdrop for private events, with a permanent collection that includes more than 1,700 works of art and a photographic archive of 17,000 images spanning a period from the 19th century to the present. The museum displays historic and contemporary work from local, national and internationally acclaimed artists, as well as changing exhibits, including this year’s Hopper at the Harwood, spotlighting Dennis Hopper photographs and a multiartist show that Hopper will curate. www.harwood museum.org
- Located in the heart of historic Taos, the Taos Gallery debuted in November 2007 as an interactive arts space housing a variety of fine art while offering a 3,000-square-foot venue for events, workshops, demonstrations and seminars. The gallery features changing exhibits and currently represents more than 20 award-winning regional and national artists. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, jewelry and furniture are among the works on display. Art consultants are on hand during private events to educate guests about the artists and artwork. www.thetaosgallery.com
- Situated in the studio and home that Russian artist Nicolai Fechin built for his family between 1927 and 1933, the Taos Art Museum and Fechin House is both a landmark building and an art space. Groups gathering in the adobe structure will discover a compelling a mix of Russian, Native American and Spanish accents, in addition to an array of work dedicated to the art of early 20th century Taos. The heart of the museum is a collection of paintings by the Taos Society of Artists, who prospered from 1898 through the 1930s. Plans are under way for a $5 million expansion that will include a new building adjacent to the Fechin House. www.taosartmuseum.org
- With its adobe architecture, sweeping views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and varied artwork, the Millicent Rogers Museum is a memorable setting for get-togethers. Highlights include renowned historical collections of Native American jewelry, ceramics, paintings and weavings; Hispanic textiles, metalwork and sculpture; and contemporary Anglo-European Southwestern art. Its permanent collection features acclaimed pottery by Maria and Julian Martinez of San Ildefonso Pueblo. www.millicentrogers.org