The Helene Wurlitzer Foundation of New Mexico is pleased to announce the Wurlitzer Summer Arts Fest: Alumni Auction & Showcase, a special community fundraising event taking place on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on the Foundation’s historic campus in Taos.

Conceived, organized, and presented by Foundation alumni, the event will bring together artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, dancers, supporters, and community members for a day-long celebration of the creative legacy that has flourished at the Foundation for more than seventy years.

The Summer Arts Fest comes during a pivotal year for the Foundation. While the artist residency program is temporarily paused in 2026 to accommodate significant campus rehabilitation projects, alumni have stepped forward in extraordinary ways to help sustain and strengthen the organization. This event represents both a celebration of that enduring community and an investment in the Foundation’s future.

The centerpiece of the fundraiser will be the Wurlitzer Alumni Art Auction, featuring works donated exclusively by Foundation alumni. Organizers anticipate as many as seventy pieces to be offered through a combination of live, silent, and online auctions.

Participating artists represent decades of residency alumni and a wide range of artistic disciplines, offering attendees a rare opportunity to acquire original works while directly supporting the Foundation’s mission.

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