SWAIA's Mission Statement
The mission of the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts, Inc., is to be an advocate for Native American arts and cultures (particularly those in the Southwest), and create economic and cultural opportunities for Native American artists by:
The development of programming that enhances the business prospects of Native artists fulfills the mission of the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts, Inc.
- Producing and promoting the Santa Fe Indian Market as the finest Indian art event in the world;
- Cultivating excellence and innovation across traditional and non-traditional art forms;
- Developing programs and events that support, promote, and honor Native artists year-round.
The development of programming that enhances the business prospects of Native artists fulfills the mission of the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts, Inc.