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Aunties
Map of El Delirio (1927), now SAR’s campus

Illustration by Keiko Fitzgerald

The Aunties: Women of the White Shell Water Place

Presented by Performance Santa Fe

Post-performance talkback with the featured performers presented by SAR and hosted by Tara Gatewood

January 24, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.

Lensic Performing Arts Center

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IARC's EMUSEUM
Map of El Delirio (1927), now SAR’s campus
IARC'S eMuseum

Take a virtual tour through the collections and explore our newest online addition —the Susan L. Q. Flaherty Collection, donated in memory of San Ildefonso potter Dora Tse Pe'.

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Our Work

We support leading-edge research and study in anthropology and related disciplines in order to foster a better understanding of humankind and the critical problems we face.


Our Collection

We steward one of the most important collections of Southwest Native American art and guide museums around the world on best practices in collaborating with source communities.


Our Community

We offer symposia, salons, classes and field trips that give you a unique opportunity to meet and learn from our scholars and artists. Find out how you can get involved with our diverse, dynamic community.

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Upcoming Events


Walking History Tour of the SAR Campus @ School for Advanced Research
Jan 5 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Walking History Tour of the SAR Campus @ School for Advanced Research | Santa Fe | New Mexico | United States
10:00 am
Explore the fascinating history, stunning architecture, and beautiful outdoor gardens—including the famous pet cemetery—of the 1920s home of Amelia Elizabeth White and Martha Root White. The secluded eight-acre estate, formerly known as “El Delirio” (The[...]
Indian Arts Research Center Tour @ School for Advanced Research
Jan 5 @ 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Indian Arts Research Center Tour @ School for Advanced Research | Santa Fe | New Mexico | United States
2:00 pm
Indian Arts Research Center Tours The IARC houses an outstanding collection of Native American art, including pottery, jewelry, textiles and clothing, paintings, basketry, and drums. Containing more than 12,000 pieces, the IARC is home to works[...]
Walking History Tour of the SAR Campus @ School for Advanced Research
Jan 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Walking History Tour of the SAR Campus @ School for Advanced Research | Santa Fe | New Mexico | United States
10:00 am
Explore the fascinating history, stunning architecture, and beautiful outdoor gardens—including the famous pet cemetery—of the 1920s home of Amelia Elizabeth White and Martha Root White. The secluded eight-acre estate, formerly known as “El Delirio” (The[...]
Indian Arts Research Center Tour @ School for Advanced Research
Jan 12 @ 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Indian Arts Research Center Tour @ School for Advanced Research | Santa Fe | New Mexico | United States
2:00 pm
Indian Arts Research Center Tours The IARC houses an outstanding collection of Native American art, including pottery, jewelry, textiles and clothing, paintings, basketry, and drums. Containing more than 12,000 pieces, the IARC is home to works[...]
Walking History Tour of the SAR Campus @ School for Advanced Research
Jan 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Walking History Tour of the SAR Campus @ School for Advanced Research | Santa Fe | New Mexico | United States
10:00 am
Explore the fascinating history, stunning architecture, and beautiful outdoor gardens—including the famous pet cemetery—of the 1920s home of Amelia Elizabeth White and Martha Root White. The secluded eight-acre estate, formerly known as “El Delirio” (The[...]
Indian Arts Research Center Tour @ School for Advanced Research
Jan 19 @ 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Indian Arts Research Center Tour @ School for Advanced Research | Santa Fe | New Mexico | United States
2:00 pm
Indian Arts Research Center Tours The IARC houses an outstanding collection of Native American art, including pottery, jewelry, textiles and clothing, paintings, basketry, and drums. Containing more than 12,000 pieces, the IARC is home to works[...]
President’s Circle Virtual Happy Hour with Doug Preston: “The Lost Tomb” @ Hosted online
5:00 pm
President’s Circle Virtual Happy Hour The Lost Tomb: And Other Real-Life Stories of Bones, Burials, and Murder with SAR Advisory Board Member Doug Preston As members of the President’s Circle and Legacy Circle, you are[...]
"The Aunties: Women of the White Shell Water Place." Post-performance talkback hosted by Tara Gatewood @ Lensic Performing Arts Center | Santa Fe | New Mexico | United States
7:30 pm
SAR partners with Performance Santa Fe— The Aunties: Women of the White Shell Water Place Post-performance talkback with the featured performers presented by SAR and hosted by Tara Gatewood We invite you to join us[...]
Walking History Tour of the SAR Campus @ School for Advanced Research
Jan 26 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Walking History Tour of the SAR Campus @ School for Advanced Research | Santa Fe | New Mexico | United States
10:00 am
Explore the fascinating history, stunning architecture, and beautiful outdoor gardens—including the famous pet cemetery—of the 1920s home of Amelia Elizabeth White and Martha Root White. The secluded eight-acre estate, formerly known as “El Delirio” (The[...]
Indian Arts Research Center Tour @ School for Advanced Research
Jan 26 @ 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Indian Arts Research Center Tour @ School for Advanced Research | Santa Fe | New Mexico | United States
2:00 pm
Indian Arts Research Center Tours The IARC houses an outstanding collection of Native American art, including pottery, jewelry, textiles and clothing, paintings, basketry, and drums. Containing more than 12,000 pieces, the IARC is home to works[...]