The Couse-Sharp Historic Site

07/22/2026

Happy Birthday, Walter Ufer (1876-1936)! As a member of the Taos Society of Artists, Ufer brought a fresh perspective to the American West. His paintings moved beyond picturesque scenery to capture the dignity, resilience, and individuality of the people and places that surrounded him. Whether depicting the brilliant New Mexico landscape or intimate scenes of daily life, Ufer’s work is celebrated for its vibrant palette, dynamic compositions, and profound sense of humanity.

His paintings continue to challenge and inspire viewers, offering a compelling vision of the Southwest that remains as powerful today as it was a century ago.

At the Couse-Sharp Historic Site, we are proud to preserve and share the stories of artists like Walter Ufer, whose creativity helped shape the legacy of Taos as one of America’s most influential art colonies.

07/11/2026

Image Makers for America: In Pursuit of a National Identity Round Table Discussion will start at 10am.

Catch the Livestream here;

The panel discussion "Taos Society of Artists: In Pursuit of a Nati...

06/18/2026

Dear Friends,

We are excited to share the remarkable success of La Luz de Taos 2026, which proved to be the most successful gala in the history of the Couse-Sharp Historic Site!

We are thrilled to share that together we raised nearly $400,000 to support the preservation of the historic Couse and Sharp properties, groundbreaking scholarship and research, exhibitions, educational programming, and the continued growth of the Couse-Sharp Historic Site. This year we also announced the exciting new expansion of the Site with the purchase of the Kibbey Couse Houses to expand our artist, scholar, researcher and intern housing program! We look forward to sharing more information on this exciting development soon!

This year's event brought together more than 300 guests and 71 participating artists, creating an unforgettable celebration of art, culture, and community. The energy throughout the weekend reflected the deep connection so many people feel to the artistic legacy of Taos and to the important work of preserving and sharing that history for future generations.

From the remarkable artwork generously contributed by participating artists to the enthusiastic support of our sponsors, donors, volunteers, and attendees, every aspect of the weekend demonstrated what is possible when a community comes together around a shared mission.

The success of La Luz de Taos extends far beyond a single weekend. The funds raised will help ensure that the Couse-Sharp Historic Site continues to bring the legacy of the Taos Society of Artists to life through historic preservation, collections stewardship, research, exhibitions, educational initiatives, and artist-centered programming.

On behalf of our Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, sponsors, and the many artists who made this event possible, thank you for being part of this extraordinary achievement. We are deeply grateful for your support and honored to have you as partners in preserving one of America's most significant artistic and cultural legacies.

With gratitude,

Davison Koenig
Executive Director + Curator

06/17/2026

06/17/2026

Photos from our gala weekend events, June 5-6, 2026. Thank you to both photography companies, Shutterfreek and Southern Exposure Photography, for capturing these memories!

06/12/2026

A number of works of art are still available for purchase from La Luz de Taos! See information in the image captions for pricing.

To purchase, please contact us at (575) 751-0369 or email Larry Lemm at [email protected].

06/10/2026

A preview of last Friday night's La Luz de Taos Opening Reception at Couse-Sharp Historic Site! Thank you to all of our incredible sponsors, vendors, volunteers and staff for making the event possible!

Photos courtesy Shutterfreek