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The National Hispanic Cultural Center is looking for a new executive director. The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs is setting a deadline of May 10 for candidates. (Jim Thompson/Journal)
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. The job posting for a new executive director at the National Hispanic Cultural Center is up.
It’s been nearly two weeks since former director Josefa Gonzalez Mariscal resigned on April 7, after 11 months in the position.
The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs posted on its website as well as others sites for interested candidates.
The center has had nearly a dozen leaders in its 20-year history.
National Hispanic Cultural Center Seeks Executive Director
NHCC News:
ALBUQUERQUE The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) in Albuquerque is searching for its next executive director. As the administrative and executive officer of the Center, the position requires a seasoned administrator with a record of successful leadership of a multidisciplinary organization, ability for oversite of a professional staff, and experience working collaboratively with boards such as the National Hispanic Cultural Center Board of Directors and the National Hispanic Cultural Center Foundation. The position is appointed by the Governor.
A division of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA), the NHCC’s mission is the preservation, promotion, and advancement of Hispanic culture, arts, and humanities. With an annual operating budget of approximately $3 million, the Center presents exhibitions, lectures, book readings, performing arts, and educational programs that are meaningful to
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Albuquerque will celebrate 315 years with virtual performances, fun activities, online shopping and more this April.
The Department of Arts & Culture has teamed up with local businesses and artists to commemorate Albuquerque’s birthday from April 10 through April 25.
A virtual performance by Albuquerque musician Lara Manzanares will be part of Albuquerque’s 315th birthday celebration. (Courtesy of The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs)
Mariachi Tenampa kicks off the celebration with its rendition of “Las Mañanitas.” Mayor Tim Keller will introduce the group and officially wish the city happy birthday at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 10. It can be viewed at facebook.com/cabqculture and on One ABQ Media’s YouTube channel at youtube.com/user/GOVTV16COA. Albuquerque musicians Lara Manzanares and Lone Piñon also will entertain with virtual performances, according