About the Foundation

The Foundation is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to the four museums and six historical state monuments that comprise the Museum of New Mexico.

Our Vision

We envision a Museum of New Mexico that will have ever-increasing financial resources and support, stronger private-public partnerships and broader community participation. Our philanthropy, stewardship and leadership will help strengthen the Museum of New Mexico’s ability to create engaging cultural experiences for all New Mexico residents and visitors. 

Our Mission

We promote excellence at the Museum of New Mexico through effective fundraising, innovative entrepreneurial ventures, community collaboration and essential support services.

Our Values

  • Trust
    We work to earn public trust as a responsible steward of our donors’ gifts
  • Leadership
    We provide resources, ideas and initiative for the Museum of New Mexico’s quest for excellence
  • Integrity
    We are honest and transparent in serving the Museum of New Mexico and its constituents
  • Inclusiveness
    We believe in building an atmosphere of accessibility, diversity, respect and belonging for all
  • Entrepreneurship
    We pursue innovation, imagination, resourcefulness and enterprise in all we do
  • Exceptional Service
    We strive to offer exceptional constituent service
  • Collaboration
    We promote a spirit of collaboration in our commitment to a strong public-private partnership with the Museum of New Mexico