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Carnuel Cross

Erected in 1932 by Father Libertine, the cross in Tijeras Canyon (seen upper right) was intended to encourage travelers to stop and meditate. Prior to construction of Interstate 40 a religious procession to the cross from one of two churches … Continue reading

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Diversion Channel at Sandia Pueblo

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Place Names of New Mexico

“The concepts of naming and place identity are inextricably linked.” Robert Julyan’s1996 edition by UNM Press is the copy I have. It was my sister’s and it’s pretty tattered and dog-eared. Julyan dedicated the first edition to his daughter and … Continue reading

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Huning Highland Images by Cindy Carson

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Raswan’s East Mountain Ranch

Renowned Arabian horse breeder and author, Carl Raswan, moved to New Mexico in about 1939 and developed a 90 acre site just south of San Antonito into a horse ranch. He is featured in the East Mountain Historical Society publication, … Continue reading

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Historic Albuquerque Neighborhoods

KRQE has a recent story (December 21, 2022) by Scott Brown that features an interview with TACA President Ann Carson and photos of TACA’s Preservation Station. The neighborhoods of Princess Jeanne and the North Valley are also described with interviews … Continue reading

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Thomas Cole’s Studio: Memory and Inspiration

At the Albuquerque Museum through February 12th. The exhibition reassembles the paintings that were in Cole’s studio when he died in 1848 and explores the significance of Cole’s late work for art in America. Thomas Cole was the founder of … Continue reading

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Bending Bosque Cottonwood

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TACA President Ann Carson

Ann at the New Mexico History Museum. Bench design was based on one at her home.

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50th Balloon Fiesta!

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