History

Heinrich: ‘Their Sacrifice Will Never Be Forgotten’

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U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) released the following statement in commemoration of Memorial Day:

 “Today, on Memorial Day, we honor all those who have sacrificed their lives in service to our country. We reflect on their boundless courage, their proud legacies, and their steadfast commitment to serving the greater good — often at great sacrifice to themselves and their families.

“In 1942, 29 members of the Navajo Nation joined the U.S. Marine Corps to pioneer what would become one of the most Read More

Los Alamos Historical Society Announces Enterprise Bank & Trust’s $500,000 Contribution Toward Restoration Of Historic Oppenheimer House

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Enterprise Bank & Trust Market President Liddie Martinez presents a $500,000 check to Los Alamos Historical Society Executive Director Todd Nickols Thursday inside the Oppenheimer House, symbolizing the launch of a major fundraising campaign partnership in support of the historic Oppenheimer House restoration project. Photo by Donavan Price

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

The Los Alamos Historical Society (LAHS) announces the launch of a major fundraising campaign partnership with Enterprise Bank & Trust in support of the historic Oppenheimer Read More

Digging Up Ancient Astronomy In Desert Southwest June 6

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NMDCA News:

ALAMOGORDO — Explore how ancient New Mexico communities aligned with the stars at the New Mexico Museum of Space History’s upcoming Launch Pad Lecture Archaeoastronomy Associations of the Great Kiva at Creekside Village. David Greenwald’s presentation will focus on the Jornada Mogollon agricultural community (A.D. 600-900) and their use of astronomy in daily life.

Excavations have revealed a large, great kiva aligned with the eastern horizon, allowing observation of solstice, equinox sunrises, and other celestial events. “Creekside Village was both a scientific Read More

Explore Powerful Stories Of Challenges Faced By Immigrants In Summer Film Series At National Hispanic Cultural Center

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Courtesy/Katie Rooke

NMDCA News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) invites visitors to its Bank of America Theatre for a series of three films throughout the summer that explore the challenges faced by immigrants and undocumented workers in the United States. 

“The Center works to preserve, promote, and advance the multiple forms of arts and culture among our community, and cinema is a key part of that effort,” NHCC Event and Film Coordinator Anna Lee DeSaulniers said. “Our 2025 Summer Film Series highlights a wide range of films that pertain to the challenges our Read More

Artist Talk And Wire Weaving Demonstration With Hlengiwe Dube May 24 At Museum Of International Folk Art

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NMDCA News:

The community is invited to join an artist talk and wire weaving demonstration with artist, author and entrepreneur Hlengiwe Dube, 1-3 p.m. Saturday, May 24 at the Museum of International Folk Art.

Dube is an artist, author, and the founder of Ifundiso Trading. Born in New Hanover in 1974, she was raised in the Valley of Thousand Hills in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Her grandmother imparted the art of beadwork during her youth, fostering her development as a contemporary designer who draws inspiration from traditional motifs.

Dube is now recognized as an expert in Indigenous knowledge Read More

Council Proclaims May 2025 ‘Historic Preservation Month’

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Los Alamos County Councilor David Reagor presents a proclamation on behalf of the Council declaring the month of May 2025 ‘Historic Preservation Month’ in Los Alamos. Reagor is joined for the presentation at the May 13 Council meeting by local historians Gerry and Georgia Strickfaden and Historic Preservation Advisory Board member Carrie Gregory. The County Council encourages citizens to celebrate those who own and preserve historic properties and support preservation efforts. ‘National Preservation Month’ highlights the importance of maintaining history, helping future generations
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‘Get Your Hands In The Soil’ At Coronado Historic Site

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NMDCA News:

Spring has sprung at Kuaua Pueblo at Coronado Historic Site and the garden needs tending.

From 10:30 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, May 28, Coronado Historic Site’s Ranger Anthony will lead the monthly program, “What’s Growing on, Kuaua.”

Each month Ranger Anthony demonstrates different gardening techniques and aspects of garden care and maintenance. Bring water and wear comfortable clothes, a hat, and shoes you can get dirty.

This program is included with admission of $7 for adults and free to children 16 years and younger, New Mexico residents 60+ with ID, Native/Tribal affiliations, Read More

Pages Of Our History: Highlights Of The Life Of Los Alamos Ranch School Student Whitney Ashbridge

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Whitney Ashbridge as a boy at the Ranch Schoool. Courtesy/Los Alamos Historical Society Photo Archives

By SHARON SNYDER
Los Alamos

Several Los Alamos Ranch School boys have returned to the site of their school in their adult years, bringing back the memories. One such boy returned in his adult years, but he had very little time to reminisce during the months he spent on the grounds of his old school. That returning Ranch School boy was Col. Whitney Ashbridge, the Post Commander for the Manhattan Project at Los Alamos.

Ashbridge was born in 1904 in Philadelphia, Penn. He attended the Los Alamos Ranch Read More

Travel: Walk In The Footsteps Of Soldiers, Kings And Queens At Edinburgh Castle

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View looking out from Edinburgh Castle. Photo by Debbie Stone

Edinburgh Castle. Photo by Debbie Stone

 

By DEBBIE STONE
Santa Fe
For the Los Alamos Daily Post

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most recognizable landmarks and top attractions in Scotland’s capital city. It’s hard to miss it, as this stone bastion sits upon a mighty rock atop the Royal Mile and has a commanding presence over the town. Those who built this stalwart stronghold knew what they were doing, as with this prime location, they had strategic advantage. 

As you tour the castle, you’ll learn that it has guarded some key moments Read More

Imagining Tomorrow, Inspiring Today: New Exhibit Explores Influence Of Science Fiction On Innovation And Society

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NMNSH News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History announces the opening of a new temporary exhibit, “Inspired by Fictional Events”, on Saturday, May 24.

The exhibit delves into the fascinating relationship between science fiction and real-world advancements, demonstrating how speculative narratives have not only entertained but have also sparked technological innovation and prompted critical discussions about our future. 

About the Exhibit

The exhibit showcases iconic examples of science fiction that have foreshadowed or inspired actual technologies, Read More