New Mexico State University

Zine Tabling at New Mexico University Art Museum

We’re excited to announce the 2nd Annual Feminist Border Arts Zine Fest (FBAZF), taking place on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 11 AM to 5 PM (MST) at the University Art Museum on the campus of New Mexico State University (NMSU) in Las Cruces, NM. Admission is free and open to the public. Payment methods for zine purchases vary and are up to each individual exhibitor—many accept cash, Venmo, PayPal, and credit cards.

As part of the 10th Annual Feminist Border Arts Film Festival and our ongoing celebration of the theme, "Crafting New Futures," we invite zine makers, indie comics storytellers, and other papercraft creators to showcase their work. Whether you're a seasoned zinester or just starting out, this is your chance to be part of a collective intersection of film, media arts, activism, learning, and creative expression.

The Zine Fest is a one-day event aligned with Pride, June 6-7, set against the backdrop of our international film festival and featured in-person zine-makers like Nicole Georges, Stef Choi, and more. Located just 40 miles from El Paso, TX, Ciudad Juárez, and the U.S.-Mexico border, this event highlights boundary-crossing social transformmative creative work.

How to Apply: Complete our Exhibitor Application Form by Friday, March 14th, 2025. Exhibitors will be notified by April 15. Please note that applying does not guarantee a spot. Accepted exhibitors will be required to pay $25 to secure a half table (approximately 3 x 2.5 feet).

Spaces are limited, so don't miss your chance to be part of this creative, transformative event. 

Let’s craft new futures together—one zine at a time, making history together, turning pages. We can’t wait to see what you bring to the table.

Mark your calendars:

• Zine Fest on June 7, 2025
• Film & Zine Fest: June 6-7, 2025

COME AS YOU ARE OR AS YOU WANT TO BE: Stay and Slay for 2 Days!
Show off your boldest fashion and let your style shine. Strike a pose at our FBA Step and Repeat for epic photos that embody the spirit of queer feminist pride and solidarity.

Zine tabling at the Feminist Border Arts Zine Fest is both an opportunity for creators to showcase their work and an art sale. Exhibitors will have the chance to connect with attendees, share their zines, and sell their creations. This is a great way to support independent creators and artistic expression.

Payment methods for zine purchases vary and are up to each individual exhibitor—many accept cash, Venmo, PayPal, and credit cards.

Visting Las Cruces, NM

Las Cruces is situated in the Mesilla Valley, flanked by the Organ Mountains to the east and the Rio Grande to the west in the southern part of New Mexico. Visitors to Las Cruces often choose to fly into El Paso International Airport, located just 50 miles south, or Albuquerque International Sunport, which is about 225 miles to the north. Both locations offer convenient car rental options. Las Cruces Shuttle offers reliable transportation to & from El Paso Airport & Las Cruces.

The event takes place in the University Art Museum, located in Devasthali Hall, near the intersection of University and Solano Avenues in Las Cruces, New Mexico, USA, on the campus of New Mexico State University. It is free and open to the public.

The building is equipped with disability-accessible features, including automatic doors, curb cutaways, elevators, and designated parking spaces for individuals with disabilities displaying a valid disabled placard or plate.

The University Art Museum does not currently require mask use, but masks are welcome. Please wear one at your discretion. Museum facilities have masks available on-site for those who need one.

UAM Phone: 575-646-2545 

Free Parking Information: Free 1-Day & 1-Week E-Permits Get yours now. You can print out a new permit up to 5 times per year. 

Attendees can also enjoy free parking on campus, including the spacious Lot #30 located east of the Pan American Center. These complimentary parking areas are designated in brown on the campus parking map.

Remember, parking is free across campus after 4:30 pm. For or any additional questions, email parking@nmsu.edu.

Gender Neutral Restroom Available: For your convenience, a gender-neutral restroom is located in Devasthali Hall on the main floor.

Nursing Privacy Pod: A nursing parent's privacy pod (Mamava pod) is located on the main floor, to the left of the main entrance.

Accommodations Near NMSU: For those traveling from out of town, here are some nearby hotel options:

FBA10 is sponsored by NMSU Gender & Sexuality Studies, University Art Museum, College of Arts & Sciences, Office for Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity, NMSU Global Campus, and Research, Creativity and Economic Development.