Otero Arts Veteran Arts Showcase Opens Friday, May 2 at Otero Artspace

At Otero Artspace now in its 3rd year, the Otero Veteran Arts Showcase Exhibition opens at 5pm Friday May 2nd, 2025 in Alamogordo's Cultural Arts and History District at 12th and 1118 Indiana.

For this years festivities an opening ceremony and the artwork of 28 artists ranging in age from 16 to 97. The Showcase Exhibition welcomes veteran artists as well as family members of veterans to submit work for the exhibit. This allows for a very diverse collection of artwork: sculpture, photography, painting, installations and papier-mâché

The Bailey family, Ron, SaraNell and Adam, are returning again this year along with Richard Varley, Chris Ward, Laurie Baker and Al Fairweather to name a few. Colette Shelley’s whimsical, colorful compositions are a new addition to this year’s event. The visitor will enjoy a wide variety of media, technique and themes during this year's showcase.

The schedule for May's Veterans Showcase is more than just art on display the monthlong events begin with the Opening Ceremony on Friday, May 2nd including a reception for Showcase Visual Artists 5-7 pm. The gallery is open Thursday through Sunday from 1-4pm through May.

A Writer’s Workshop will be held on Friday May 9th starting at 5:30. Pre- registration required. Call Dr. Arella 845-797-3642.

An Open Mic for writers and performers will be held on Friday May 16th starting at 5:30.

Friday, May 23rd from 2-5pm a Civilian/Veteran Dialogue will be held including music, readings and candid discourse on the Human Consequences of War.

A presentation of a Veteran Expressive Arts film will be held on Saturday May 24th from 2-5pm. The guest speaker: Everett Cox, is a Vietnam Veteran and a member of EXIT12 Dance group.

Footprints, a jazz ensemble, will return to Otero Artspace by popular demand to perform on Saturday May 24th at 7 pm. Tickets are $25. Military admitted free but must reserve in advance.

Veteran Arts Showcase Closing Ceremonies and a Community Drum Circle will occur on Sunday May 25th from 2-4pm.

So come and "Put Art In Your Life!" For more information contact oteroarts.org

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