The far side of the Rancho (past the creek) is closed due to an increase in bear activity. We will monitor and provide updates. 

Recent wildfires in the area have brought varied air quality. Please make any needed preparations before visiting the Rancho.

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Object of the Month: Teguas

Object of the Month: Teguas

by | Oct 1, 2018 | Curator's Corner

By Amanda Mather Another month, another newsletter and another Object of the Month. This month we’ll look at shoes, namely tewas, or teguas, or tecoas. In 1582, expedition leader, Antonio de Espejo, wrote about New Mexican footwear stating:  “Everyone, man...