Explore Local History: Native Americans
New Mexico Historic Marker Initiative Unveils Latest Roadside Marker
Honoring Feliciana Viarrial of the Pueblo of Pojoaque
U.S. Highway 84/285 near mile post 179.5, in front of the O’ Eating House
by Editor • SantaFe.com
Jun 11, 2010
On Friday, June 11 at 11 a.m. at the Pueblo of Pojoaque O' Eating House, the New Mexico Historic Women Marker Initiative unveiled the Official Scenic Historic Marker honoring Feliciana Viarrial, a matriarch of the modern Pueblo of Pojoaque. Members of the Feliciana Viarrial family, her friends and members of the community were all are invited to the ceremonies. The marker is located on U.S. Highway 84/285 near mile post 179.5, in front of the O' Eating House.
Historic Painted Kiva to Reopen to the Public on June 6th
Painted Kiva's three-year restoration is nearly complete
by Editor • SantaFe.com
Jun 2, 2010
Painted Kiva is a familiar historic landmark to Albuquerque-area residents. From 1940 to 2006, thousands of people visited Coronado State Monument just to climb down an old, wooden ladder and see the inside of this ceremonial space. However, for the past three years, visitors to the monument found the Kiva closed due to serious structural problems.
Congratulations to One of our Favorite New Mexicans!
Marcia Keegan Receives Governor's Award for Outstanding New Mexico Women
Award presentation takes place in Albuquerque on May 7th, 2010
by Editor • SantaFe.com
May 7, 2010
GOVERNOR'S AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING NEW MEXICO WOMEN
Started in 1986 during former Governor Bruce King's second tenure, this prestigious award honors 20 women, selected from statewide nominations, for their exceptional contributions and achievements. Appointed by the Governor, judges award women for their extra efforts to improve the status of women in our state. They are rated on community leadership, effectiveness of advocacy for positive change for women and families, and leadership in their careers. For nomination information,
24th Annual Living Desert Mescal Roast May 6 - 9, 2010
Celebration Honors Mescalero Apache Culture
Event is sponsored by the Friends of Living Desert
by Editor • SantaFe.com
Apr 27, 2010
Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Parks honors the culture and history of the Mescalero Apache people May 6 - 9 during its 24th annual Mescal Roast and Mountain Spirit Dances. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Living Desert.
Celebrates New Mexico Heritage Month With A Special Lecture and Tours of the East Ruins
by Editor • SantaFe.com
Mar 31, 2010
In recognition of New Mexico's Heritage Preservation Month, Aztec Ruins National Monument will begin the Summer Lecture Series in addition to offering tours of the East Ruins, an archeological site normally closed to public use.
Pueblo returns to traditional name
Santo Domingo quietly becomes 'Kewa'; tribe alters seal, signs and letterhead
by Anne Constable • The Santa Fe New Mexican
Mar 10, 2010
Late last year, Santo Domingo Pueblo's tribal council quietly, and unanimously, decided to change the pueblo's name.
The traditional community, about halfway between Santa Fe and Albuquerque, is now known as Kewa Pueblo.
The name change was disclosed at a meeting of the All Indian Pueblo Council in January, according to the Alvin Warren, secretary of the state Department of Indian Affairs.
