Lea County Commission for the Arts
To provide leadership, vision, and support to ensure the availability and diversity of the arts in Lea County.
Lea County Commission for the Arts is a non-profit partner of New Mexico Arts; the objective of the commission is to promote excellence in the further development of the visual, literary and performing arts in Lead County. Core Programs to be continued yearly:
• Weekly elementary art classes
• Elementary art exhibit by Hobbs schools
• Annual Lea County high school art exhibit
• Artist in Residency Program with Hobbs Public Schools
• Adult Art Classes
• Monthly art exhibits with public receptions
• Summer youth performing and visual art camps (June)
• Multi-cultural events, Black History/Hispanic Heritage
• Book signings for authors
• Gift Shoppe, outlet for local artists, Ticket Center
2001
Carol Hammond