New Mexico Highlands University and the Emergence of Chicano Art and Activism During the Late 60s and 70s

Join Us for a Powerful Cultural & Historical Presentation!

The Sandoval County Historical Society & Museum invites you to a special program:

Sunday, November 8, 2026 | 2:00 PM

160 Edmund Road, Bernalillo, NM 87004

New Mexico Highlands University and the Emergence of Chicano Art and Activism During the Late 60’s and 70’s.

Presented by Cipriano Chavez & Francisco LeFebre. Explore the powerful artistic and activist contributions of Chicano muralists and discover how New Mexico Highlands University became a vital hub for El Movimiento. This visual presentation offers a compelling look at New Mexico’s role in the broader civil rights movement.

FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!