There is perhaps no state more closely identified with the art of its native people than New Mexico. Santa Fe and Taos are familiar arts destinations to most travelers but Albuquerque, the state’s largest city, also has a long and rich cultural history.
Southwest History
New Mexico Celebrates its 100th Birthday Today
Happy 100th Birthday to New Mexico! On Jan. 6, 1912, New Mexico officially became a state.
Robert Redford’s Milagro Beanfield War in Truchas
In 1988 Robert Redford filmed The Milagro Beanfield War here in Truchas. I don’t know how many of you have read John Nichols’s book by the same name, but it is a wonderful read and I highly recommend it. I’ve been trying to paint a picture, on this blog, for those of you not from […]
Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix Were Here
Photo, Lisa Law: Janis Joplin at Lisa and Tom Law’s commune in Truchas, NM In the late 60’s Truchas became the location of an unofficial commune drawing to it rock’s elite. This came about when Lisa and Tom Law bought acreage here, with a house and barn. Originally part of the music and, then, movie […]