Inaugural Valles Caldera Artist in Residence Program

News Release Date:
April 3, 2024

Contact:Dave Krueger, 505-412-0826

Jemez Springs, NM - The National Park Service invites artists from all creative disciplines and genres to apply for the 2024 Artist-In-Residence program at Valles Caldera National Preserve.

Valles Caldera National Preserve is one of more than 50 National Park Service sites that currently run an Artist-In-Residence program. Artists who participate in Valles Caldera's program with have a two- or three-week residency in a historic lodge.

"Art is an important aspect of New Mexico and the National Park Service. We are very excited to welcome artists out to the park and witness how this special place inspires them to create some compelling works of art for others to enjoy." Superintendent Jorge Silva-Bañuelos said.

Visit Valles Caldera's Artist in Residence web page at https://www.nps.gov/vall/getinvolved/artist-in-residence-program.htm to learn more about the program and how to apply.

www.nps.gov/vall

Valles Caldera National Preserve | About 1.2 million years ago, a spectacular volcanic eruption created the 14-mile-wide circular depression now known as Valles Caldera. The park is known for its huge mountain meadows, abundant wildlife, and meandering streams. The area also preserves the homeland of ancestral native peoples and embraces a rich cultural history. Visit us at nps.gov/vall.

National Park Service | More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for America's 420+ national parks and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. Visit us at nps.gov.

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