Set in the mountains of southwestern New Mexico, Silver City is a historic mining town of 10,000 that’s known for its Arts and Culture District, with performing arts spaces and gallery studios along with restaurants and cafes. Established in 2007, the SCACD is a collaboration between local artists and business owners that covers downtown and extends up to the Western New Mexico University campus. On West 7th Street, A Space Gallery doubles as a venue for performance artists and shows contemporary works from local artists including Ben Balas and Carol Young, while Chamomile Connection studio highlights the fibre arts traditions of the region, providing materials for weavers, spinners, felters, and soap makers.

Good to know: Visit Silver City Tourism for a complete listing of the local arts scene, including dates of the Silver City Clay Festival.