Let’s go together! WE are also part of Santa Fe’s Evolving Story!

Once Within a Time revolves around the stories of a vibrant collection of over twenty characters—both current and historical, real and imagined— with ties to the region. The diverse cast encompasses historical figures, mythical beings, local heroes, unassuming residents, reclusive artists, distinctive writers, and charismatic healers. The biographies of these people—incarnated in a collection of artifacts, documents, images, and objects—function as catalysts for over seventy local, national and international artists, who have been prompted to engage with these histories and personal narrations, probing the power of storytelling. Many of the featured artists will create new work that engages directly or indirectly with the experiences and lore of these figures, offering visitors a view into key milestones in the history of New Mexico and the cultural ecosystem of Santa Fe. These new commissions will be shown alongside contemporary and historical works from around the world, inspiring new narratives when viewed in dialogue with New Mexico’s rich artistic and literary history.