Annual Conference

Culture has always been at the heart of Santa Fe and has been an integral part of the city’s history and cityscape.
The exchange of goods and ideas is deeply rooted in Santa Fe, starting with the trade fairs attended by Native
Americans and Mexico’s indigenous population, to El Camino Real and the Santa Fe Trail, to the vibrant markets
and art fairs of today. Santa Fe’s appointment to the UNESCO Creative Cities Network is a testament to the city’s
important achievements in cultural industry development.

Santa Fe has a wealth of cultural resources that have helped build the city into what it is today. Native American
traditions, including weaving, pottery, jewelry and dance remain an important part of contemporary Native
culture and are present throughout the city. Spanish colonial art forms also continue to thrive today including
folkloric dances, straw applique and tinwork. Santa Fe, where one in 10 jobs are tied to arts and cultural
industries, is also home to more than 250 galleries, a vibrant performing arts community and an impressive
range of museums.

Santa Fe is a city unlike any other, truly living up to its tagline, The City Different, at every turn. With legendary
history and culture around every corner, an art scene that spans from traditional to contemporary, accommodations with a local feel yet world-class status, award-winning cuisine that’s as eclectic as it is sumptuous, and countless experiences to encounter, you’re sure to uncover something different about yourself when you visit for ICFAD’s 61st Annual Conference.

Join us for sharing with and learning from colleagues throughout this collaborative multi-day exchange.
Presenters, discussion facilitators, panelists and participants will share art and design administration practices
and technologies in higher education.