March 2, 2026Local governments, municipalities, Tribal Nations and Pueblo governments across New Mexico can now apply for a new state-backed creative industries initiative designed to help communities build arts and cultural economy projects before competing for...
New Mexico invests $241,000 in creative businesses through Business Development & Expansion Grant
February 16, 2026The New Mexico Economic Development Department announced that ten creative industry businesses will receive a total of $241,000 to help them scale operations, strengthen infrastructure and expand market opportunities.Governor Michelle Lujan...
State launches NM CreativeCon series to boost creative economy
February 1, 2026New Mexico is investing in its creative economy with a new statewide event series, NM CreativeCon, offering business workshops and networking opportunities to creative professionals across the state.Governor Michelle Lujan GrishamCabinet Secretary Rob...
State invests $463,000 to support creative ecosystem across New Mexico
January 6, 2026New Mexico is investing $463,577 in its creative economy, awarding grants to nine organizations that help entrepreneurs grow and sustain creative businesses statewide.Governor Michelle Lujan GrishamCabinet Secretary Rob BlackDeputy Cabinet Secretary...
State grants up to $25,000 available for New Mexico creative businesses
December 1, 2025Established creative businesses in New Mexico can apply for state grants up to $25,000, aimed at strengthening operations and supporting long-term growth.Governor Michelle Lujan GrishamCabinet Secretary Rob BlackDeputy Cabinet Secretary Isaac Romero...
Creative Industries announces first round awardees of ACD Pilot Grant program
October 30, 2025Ten projects across New Mexico have been awarded Arts & Cultural District (ACD) Pilot Grants, powering economic growth and celebrating the cultural identities of local creative districts.Governor Michelle Lujan GrishamCabinet Secretary Rob...
New grant to strengthen New Mexico’s Creative Economy
September 29, 2025Organizations that support creative industries across New Mexico now have access to new grant funding of up to $62,500 designed to strengthen the state’s growing creative economy.Governor Michelle Lujan GrishamCabinet Secretary Rob BlackDeputy...
State grant will fuel local creative economy
August 4, 2025The New Mexico Arts & Cultural Districts (ACD) Pilot Grant Program is a one-time collaborative initiative organized by New Mexico Arts, EDD’s Mainstreet program, and the Creative Industries Division to demonstrate the economic potential and cultural...
New Mexico awards sponsorships for Creative Industries Season
March 13, 2025SANTA FE, N.M. — The New Mexico Creative Industries Division announced seven grantees for the 2025 Creative Industries Season.
Shani Harvie Appointed as First Director of Creative Industries Division
August 1, 2024SANTA FE, N.M. – The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has announced the appointment of Shani Harvie as director of the newly established Creative Industries Division (CID).