Since 1926, the Traditional Spanish Market has served as a hub for honoring Hispanic heritage.
Held annually on the historic Santa Fe Plaza, the Traditional Spanish Market is a cultural exploration featuring traditional Hispanic art, music, and culture that promotes and preserves the rich Hispanic heritage that has deeply influenced the region’s history and traditions. This esteemed Spanish Colonial art market showcases a wide array of traditional art forms, each reflecting the unique history and craftsmanship passed down through generations.
Our market features 18 diverse categories originating from the 16th century that artists can jury into, including:
Colcha Embroidery, Copper Engraving, Furniture and Furnishings, Gesso Reliefs, Hide Painting, Ironwork, Painted Bultos and Bultos en Nicho, Painted Reliefs, Pottery, Precious Metals, Retablos and Altar Screens, Revival Arts (Basketry, Bonecarving, Leatherwork/Rawhide, Ramilletes), Straw Applique, Tinwork, Unpainted Bultos and Bultos en Nicho, Unpainted Reliefs, Weaving and Woodcarving.
Upon successfully passing the jury process, artists are granted the status of Market Artists until the next jury cycle for their category. This meticulous process underscores the prestige of our market and our commitment to showcasing only the finest traditional Hispanic artworks.
Once they pass this initial screening, artists attend a jury day where their anonymous works are judged by professionals and experts outside the Traditional Spanish Market. This ensures that the artwork meets our high standards of quality and adherence to Hispanic cultural traditions.