The Helene Wurlitzer Foundation of New Mexico is pleased to announce the Wurlitzer Summer Arts Fest: Alumni Auction & Showcase, a special community fundraising event taking place on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on the Foundation’s historic campus in Taos.

Conceived, organized, and presented by Foundation alumni, the event will bring together artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, dancers, supporters, and community members for a day-long celebration of the creative legacy that has flourished at the Foundation for more than seventy years.

The Summer Arts Fest comes during a pivotal year for the Foundation. While the artist residency program is temporarily paused in 2026 to accommodate significant campus rehabilitation projects, alumni have stepped forward in extraordinary ways to help sustain and strengthen the organization. This event represents both a celebration of that enduring community and an investment in the Foundation’s future.