Even long-established and self-sustaining locations such as El Rancho de Las Golondrinas were affected by the coming of the railroads. They were the Space Program of the 1880s and changed everything from legislation to architecture. At first, for the railroads, New Mexico was a place to get through, rather than to. That view changed as agriculture, livestock, mineral development, and communities grew with the railroads. Rail freight and passenger systems continue to be vital. The Iron Steed changed cities, communities, and locations such as Golondrinas. This talk is presented by Fred Friedman.
Fred Friedman has an extensive background in New Mexico railroad history, having managed the New Mexico Railroad Bureau for almost 30 years. There, he addressed freight, passenger, and historic subjects and eventually served as a railroad accident investigator and expert witness in railroad cases throughout the country. He continues to research, write, and present descriptions of New Mexico’s territorial and state railroads.
These talks are FREE and open to members and volunteers. General admission $10 – cash or check. Please RSVP to Laura Griego at [email protected].Â
