American for the Arts

During a time when federal funding for the arts is being slashed or eliminated, Americans for the Arts selected New Mexico as its annual conference location because the state continues to advocate for arts within the community.

The national arts advocacy organization Americans for the Arts will be hosting its annual conference in Albuquerque from June 2-5, 2026. Among the speakers will be 1980’s famed actress Molly Ringwald, as well as national and local officials focused on the importance of arts and culture in communities.