Doctors did not reach New Mexico until the turn of the 20th century and even then they were few and far between. So how did people treat their ailments? With resources the earth provided, and the knowledge passed down from those who came before. Come take a guided walk around our historic property and learn about the knowledge, […]
Rio Grande weaving is an important part of the Hispano culture in the Rio Grande Valley since their settlement in the Rio Grande Valley in the early 1600s. Since they settled here in the area in the early 1600s, five basic styles developed because of economics, trade, and cultural exchange. Come find out about the […]
In Spanish, “colcha” means bedspread, but for New Mexicans, it’s an artform. Colcha Embroidery, a more accurate description, can be found not only on bedspreads, but pillows, clothing, wall hangings, and more. Colcha traces back to Spanish influences brought to New Mexico during the colonial period. Early settlers brought Churro sheep, whose wool became central […]
