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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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Albuquerque’s Early Schools
Albuquerque schools have a long history. By 1598 there were at least five Spanish missions in the area seeking to convert and educate Natives. Few if any early structures remain. Often new schools were built on or near the locations … Continue reading
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Los Tomases
Like many of the other small old settlements up and down the Rio Grande, Los Tomases was surrounded and subsumed by Albuquerque’s expansion in the post war years. Its remnants reflect the agricultural history of the valley. The place name, … Continue reading
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Cottonwoods of the Middle Rio Grande Valley Populus deltoides wislizeni Photos by Cindy Carson and SE Jones
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Beloved New Mexico – full of surprises! 901 Edith Boulevard NE, Albuquerque
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The Neon Park and the Garcia Collection
The lovely old Glorieta Brewery Building between Lomas, the railroad tracks and John Street, in downtown Albuquerque is being restored and promises to be the crowning glory of the Garcia collection. It’s part of an 8 acre complex recently purchased by … Continue reading
The Albuquerque Conservation Association 