History

Fr. Glenn: Temple To Temple

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

An interesting and somewhat unusual feast for Catholics this weekend (Nov. 9)—the feast of the dedication of the basilica of St. John Lateran in Rome. Like the cathedral in Santa Fe is the central church of the Archdiocese, St. John Lateran is the cathedral of the city of Rome and the actual cathedral of the pope in his role as Bishop of Rome. St. John Lateran is the oldest church in Rome, first dedicated in the 300s after Constantine legalized Christianity. Thus, it is considered the “mother” of all Catholic churches—many considering it the mother church of all Christianity. Read More

Northern Río Grande National Heritage Area Offers Workshops At Los Luceros On Making Traditional New Mexican Herbal Remedies

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Herbal remedy preparation. Courtesy/NMDCA photo

NMDCA News:

The Northern Río Grande National Heritage Area (NRGNHA) is offering two hands-on herbal remedios, or remedy-making workshops at Los Luceros Historic Site.

Learn how to create locally sourced herbal remedies using traditional New Mexican healing practices. In part one of this two-part series, students will learn to identify, understand, and make remedios with the abundance of locally foraged herbs available at Los Luceros.

In part two students will continue to create locally sourced remedios including eye washes, salves, Read More

Explore Ancient Astronomy At PEEC’s Planetarium: Getting Oriented With Chaco Canyon Nov. 14

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Community invited to discover how the Ancestral Puebloans incorporated the cycles of the Sun and Moon into the architecture of Chaco Canyon during the Getting Oriented with Chaco Canyon planetarium program, Nov. 14 at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/PEEC

PEEC News:

Discover how the Ancestral Puebloans incorporated the cycles of the Sun and Moon into the architecture of Chaco Canyon during the Getting Oriented with Chaco Canyon planetarium program at the Los Alamos Nature Center from 7-8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 14.

This immersive, full-dome planetarium experience allows participants Read More

Quilted Survivance: Susan Hudson And Navajo Quilt Project

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Susan Hudson’s Long Walk of My Ancestors, Coming Home, 2018 Appliqué Quilt, generously loaned by the artist. Courtesy photo

ART News:

You have never seen quilts like this before! Navajo artist Susan Hudson, the first Indigenous story quilter in the United States and a 2024 National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Heritage fellow, is joined by her community members from the multi-generational Navajo Quilt Project (NQP) in this vibrant exhibition at the Millicent Rogers Museum. From Hudson’s figural appliqué quilts, which act as historical records, to colorful pattern quilts made by Read More

Los Alamos Historical Society’s Oppenheimer House Restoration Officially Underway

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Crew surveys building in preparation of restoration work. Courtesy/LAHS

Todd inspects floorboard damage. Courtesy/LAHS

LAHS News:

Restoration is officially underway at Oppenheimer House. The Los Alamos Historical Society has cleared out the house, put furniture in storage, and begun inspecting for damage.

The area is designated as a construction zone and the public is not able to get close to the house while work is being done.

Kristin hanging “Construction Zone” signs. Courtesy/LAHS

Furniture in storage while during the restoration work. Courtesy/LAHS Read More

Dept. Of Cultural Affairs Offers Free Admission To Veterans At State Museums

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NMDCA News:

New Mexico residents who have served or are currently serving in the armed forces can visit New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs’ museums free this Veterans Day holiday.  
 
Any New Mexico resident providing satisfactory proof of current or past armed service will be admitted free to state museums and historic sites on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2025. This includes spouses and children.

Participating Museums:

  • New Mexico Museum of Art On the Plaza
  • New Mexico Museum of Art Vladem Contemporary
  • Museum of Indian Arts and Culture 
  • Museum of International Folk Art 
  • New Mexico
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Museum Of Natural History & Science Announces November Education Programs

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NMMNHS News:

The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) Education team is continuing its offsite education efforts, with a new slate of free events for all ages and interests during November.

With the museum temporarily closed for a renovation project, NMMNHS educators are bringing natural history into the community with a full slate of public programs in Bernalillo County libraries and community spaces during the fall months through the Natural History in your Neighborhood program.

A full rundown of each program is available HERE.

When and Where:

  • 4–5 p.m., Thursday,
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Former Vice President Dick Cheney Has Died At 84

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Dick Cheney Jan. 30, 1941 – Nov. 3, 2025.

Political News:

Richard (Dick) Cheney died Monday at the age of 84 due to complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease. His wife Lynne, daughters Liz and Mary, and other family members were with him at the time of his passing.

Cheney served as the 46th vice president of the United States from 2001 to 2009 under President George W. Bush. He was often referred to as the most powerful vice president in American history. Cheney previously served as White House Chief of Staff for President Gerald Ford, the U.S. representative for Wyoming’s at-large Read More

Unveiling Of Rich Cultural Legacy Of New Mexico’s Eighth Historic Site Nov. 8

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NMDCA News:

Come celebrate Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site’s grand opening fiesta capping more than two decades of anticipation as the Department of Cultural Affair’s eighth historic property.

Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site’s Grand Opening Fiesta includes a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 8, followed by tours of the historic site and shows on the Mesilla Plaza by Performers of the Mesilla Valley, Ballet Folklorico Corazon de Las Cruces, Ballet Folklorico Herencia Mexicana, Mariachi Aguilas, La Academia Dolores Huerta, Las Cruces High School, and Mariachi Plumas.

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NMNSH’s ‘Mission Fission’ Wins Prestigious MPMA EDCOM Award For Programming Excellence

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NMNSH News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History (the Museum) is proud to announce that its educational initiative, “Mission Fission,” has been honored with the Mountain-Plains Museums Association (MPMA) EdCom Award for Excellence in Programming in the Large Museum Category.

This prestigious award recognizes exceptional creativity and innovation in museum programming throughout the 10-state MPMA region. It highlights the museum’s commitment to creating engaging, curriculum-based educational experiences and celebrates the unique partnership Read More