Doel Reed Center in Taos

Doel Reed Center in Taos Multi-disciplinary creative center in Taos, New Mexico presented by Oklahoma State University

Oklahoma State University immediately recognized the potential when Martha Reed offered her alma Mater a unique opportunity to establish a multi-disciplinary Education center in the area of Taos, New Mexico, a locale that has legendary artistic heritage. Today, the Doel Reed Center in Taos stands as a testament to her vision and generosity. Martha's father, Doel, helped establish OSU's Art Depart

ment and directed it until his 1959 retirement to the family property located on the scenic High Road southwest of Taos.The art community recognizes him as the "master of the aquatint," and many of the world's most prestigious museums still feature his aquatints, oil paintings, and drawings. He brought unprecedented acclaim to OSU, which has ensured his contributions will always be appropriately acknowledged by establishing this living laboratory on the family property, which Martha donated before her December 2010 passing.

06/17/2026

When youre hungry for classic New Mexico comfort, Michaels Kitchen in Taos, NM is the kind of stop you remember. You pull into the lot, step inside, and the smell of warm chile and fresh tortillas hits you while the dining room hums with that easy local energy. You go straight for a plate smothered in red or green, a stacked breakfast that actually fills you up, or a slice of pie that looks like it came straight from someones grandma. You try a bite, then another, and suddenly youre planning what to order next time. Dont skip the bakery case, and ask whats fresh today because it changes fast. Its quick to settle in, priced fair for the portions, and the staff keeps things moving with a friendly, no-fuss vibe. You leave full, happy, and already thinking about your next Taos meal.

06/12/2026
The Doel Reed Center recognizes Ann Hargis, Doel Reed Advisory Committee member, on her selection to the Oklahoma Hall o...
05/30/2026

The Doel Reed Center recognizes Ann Hargis, Doel Reed Advisory Committee member, on her selection to the Oklahoma Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Ann has provided constant support and guidance to the Doel Reed Center since its conception. Her presence and engagement has facilitated connections that benefit students and faculty involved in programs and courses offered by the Doel Reed Center. She routinely participates in summer adult learning courses, introducing those new to Center to what we all love about the Doel Reed Center and visiting Taos. Ann’s selection to the Hall of Fame is no surprise to those who are fortunate enough to know her. She epitomizes the OSU Cowgirl image in all that she does. Congratulation Ann, we are extremely proud of you.

05/23/2026

Check this out!

https://www.mabeldodgeluhan.com/lois-p-rudnick-writing-residency/
05/20/2026

https://www.mabeldodgeluhan.com/lois-p-rudnick-writing-residency/

The Mabel Dodge Luhan House in Taos, New Mexico will host a two-week writer’s residency in Lois Palken Rudnick’s memory in January 2025. Lois’ association with the MDL house began not long after the publication of her biography Mabel Dodge Luhan: New Woman New Worlds and resulted in her secon....

05/20/2026

🚨 New Mexico has officially confirmed… it’s not just a state, it’s an entire vibe. 🌵😅

Up north?
Mountains, adobe towns, art galleries, and enough breathtaking scenery to make you suddenly slow down and appreciate life. 🏔️🎨💀

Santa Fe?
Culture, history, turquoise jewelry, and green chile on literally EVERYTHING. 🌶️😂

Albuquerque?
Hot air balloons, desert sunsets, breakfast burritos, and traffic that somehow still feels calmer than most cities. 🌄🚗

Out east?
Wide-open skies, ranch land, and stars so bright they make you question living near streetlights. ✨🌌

Southern New Mexico?
White Sands, desert highways, and landscapes that look like another planet entirely. 🏜️👽

Meanwhile the weather?
Completely unpredictable.

Sunny Monday ☀️
windy Tuesday 🌬️
cold Wednesday ❄️
80 degrees Thursday like nothing happened. 💀

And no matter where you go…
someone’s:
• hiking 🥾
• off-roading 🚙
• chasing sunsets 🌅
• or debating red chile vs green chile like it’s a legal issue 🌶️😭

The roads?
Beautiful drives, desert views, random detours…
and eventually a cow or elk casually standing in the road like they own it. 🐄🦌🚗

Meanwhile:
• somebody’s at a powwow 🪶
• somebody’s flying a balloon 🎈
• somebody’s drinking coffee while watching the sunrise ☕
• and somebody definitely just said,
“vamos.” 😂

And somehow every New Mexican:
• knows the best local chile spot 🌶️
• measures distance in time, not miles ⏰
• and acts personally offended if you say New Mexico is “basically Arizona” 💀

The vibe?
Quiet mornings.
Huge skies.
Ancient history.
And enough natural beauty to make you want to disappear into the desert for a week. ❤️

It’s still New Mexico…
you’re just driving farther…
eating spicier…
and realizing sunsets hit different in the desert anyway. 🌅🔥

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7158 Road 518
Talpa, NM
87557

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