I always take Santa Fe visitor’s to see La Conquistadora, this nation’s oldest Madonna. While there fond memories of the late Connie Hernandez come to
Paseo de Peralta is a major street in the shape of a horse shoe that encompasses Santa Fe’s historic district. Not a day goes by
As I walk to the plaza each morning for my historical walking tour I pass the statue of a man who did so much for
Today, Palm Sunday, marks the beginning of Holy Week for Catholics around the world. Two of my most memorable trips to Spain took place during
Today marks the 160th anniversary of the Battle of Glorieta. In Santa Fe’s history four flags have flown over the plaza: Spain 1610 – 1821,
After recovering from tuberculosis Carlos Vierra opened an art studio on the plaza in 1904. He became Santa Fe’s first resident artist. On his canvas
From the late 19th century until 1940 tuberculosis was the leading cause of death in the United States. Many people suffering from the disease came
The building of Rosario Chapel began in 1807 at the old 1692 encampment of Diego de Vargas and his army. The annual procession for La
Heading down to Albuquerque from Santa Fe take the Budaghers Exit to find the Mormon Battalion monument. The Mormons’ first arrival in Santa Fe was
If you’ve ever wondered about the back story of some of the incredible art at St. Francis Cathedral here’s a description of the altar screen
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