THE ENCAUSTIC ART INSTITUTE

Come see the largest collection of encaustic/wax work in the nation!

The Encaustic Art Institute – a 501c3 – is celebrating its 19th year in operation. We feel fortunate that we have remained on the leading edge of encaustic/wax art for artists and patrons alike.  Please take time to shop online – supporting the artists and their creative endeavors. Creativity is the lifeblood during these times and sales help steady the financial foundations to many.

The Encaustic Art Institute has under its umbrella:

  • The Museum of Encaustic Art (MOEART.org), with over 450 works of art in its permanent collection. There are currently 124 pieces of encaustic/wax artwork showing on rotation in its New Mexico location.  Click here to view the permanent collection online.
  • The Encaustic Art Institute (EAI) work for sale, click here to view – online – and juried exhibitions.
  • EAI Workshops – Click the workshop tab from the menu at the top of the page for more info.

 

Visit us:
Open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
April 3 through November 29

2026 Hours:  11 am to 4 pm

Closed December/January/February

Closed Holidays

Admission fee: $10

Kids under 18  – free

Members of the Encaustic Art Institute –  free

For a map and location, click here.

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Current and ongoing online Exhibitions:

OPENING TODAY

2026 Global Warming is REAL: Resilience

Juried Encaustic Wax Exhibition

Opening reception at the Museum of Encaustic Art on Saturday, September 12, from noon to 3 pm. Meet the artists and the juror, Jane Cornish Smith. Admission to the museum is FREE during the opening. The exhibit runs from Sept 12 to Nov 1 and is also viewable online. All work is for sale.

Click HERE to view the exhibit online.

FUNDRAISING PAINTING SALE

Click here to view and purchase paintings

SUPPORT US

To donate, in any amount, in support of the non-profit 501c3 Encaustic Art Institute, click here.