A Brief History of the Turquoise Trail
Author : Dawn Williams
Publisher :
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 21,45 MB
Release : 1985
Category : New Mexico
ISBN :
Author : Dawn Williams
Publisher :
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 21,45 MB
Release : 1985
Category : New Mexico
ISBN :
Author : Laurie Evans Frantz
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 14,78 MB
Release : 2013
Category : History
ISBN : 0738596558
"The Turquoise Trail is a quirky, alternative road stretching between Santa Fe and Albuquerque. Before horses trod the route, it linked three Native American pueblos. The earliest mining activity in North America took place along the trail; local Native Americans mined a huge vein of turquoise that was visible on the surface. In the age of horses and wagons, the road ran through dusty Wild West towns, mining districts, and mountains, which were once roamed by thousands of prospectors with dreams of finding the mother lode. When mining became unprofitable, the inhabitants packed whatever they could into their cars and pulled out, seeking employment elsewhere. But a time came when people realized there was still potential in these old ghost towns. The buildings that once housed miners and the businesses that supported them are now occupied by art galleries, boutiques, and modern pioneers. The route still has a flavor of the Wild West, but instead of cowboys and miners, it now attracts motorcycle enthusiasts, movie crews, and day-trippers who appreciate authenticity and local color"--Back cover.
Author : Laurie Evans Frantz
Publisher : Arcadia Library Editions
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 37,11 MB
Release : 2013-03-11
Category : History
ISBN : 9781531665296
The Turquoise Trail is a quirky, alternative road stretching between Santa Fe and Albuquerque. Before horses trod the route, it linked three Native American pueblos. The earliest mining activity in North America took place along the trail; local Native Americans mined a huge vein of turquoise that was visible on the surface. In the age of horses and wagons, the road ran through dusty Wild West towns, mining districts, and mountains, which were once roamed by thousands of prospectors with dreams of finding the mother lode. When mining became unprofitable, the inhabitants packed whatever they could into their cars and pulled out, seeking employment elsewhere. But a time came when people realized there was still potential in these old ghost towns. The buildings that once housed miners and the businesses that supported them are now occupied by art galleries, boutiques, and modern pioneers. The route still has a flavor of the Wild West, but instead of cowboys and miners, it now attracts motorcycle enthusiasts, movie crews, and day-trippers who appreciate authenticity and local color.
Author : Lynn V. Foster
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 24,49 MB
Release : 2007
Category : History
ISBN : 1438108273
Presents a history of Mexico, from pre-Columbian times through the early 2000s.
Author : Dawn-Marie Lopez
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 44,68 MB
Release : 2015
Category : History
ISBN : 1467132950
"The Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway is located in the heart of central New Mexico. Linking Albuquerque to Santa Fe, the trail weaves its way north from Tijeras to the Lone Butte area, ending just south of the City Different. The trail is renowned for its mountainous landscapes, brilliantly painted skies, and diversity of cultures, all of which are reflected in local theater and dance traditions that are found along this 62-mile route. These arts have been important to Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures. There is also a chapter that highlights the flourishing film industry and the popular entertainments of the Turquoise Trail"--Publisher description.
Author : Myra Ellen Jenkins
Publisher : UNM Press
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 27,19 MB
Release : 1974
Category : History
ISBN : 9780826303707
Detailed information on every aspect of New Mexico's past.
Author : Joe Dan Lowry
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 11,64 MB
Release : 2010-10-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781423619802
Turquoise has been mined on six continents and traded by cultures throughout the world's history, including the Europeans, Chinese, Mayan, Aztec, Inca, and Southwest Native Americans. It has been set in silver and gold jewelry, cut and shaped into fetish animals, and even formed to represent gods in many religions. This gemstone is displayed in museums around the world, representing the arts and traditions of prehistoric, historic, and modern societies. Turquoise focuses on the latest information in science and art from the greatest turquoise collections around the globe.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 27,12 MB
Release : 2004
Category :
ISBN :
The Collector’s Guide strives to be a trusted partner in the business of art by being the most knowledgeable, helpful and friendly resource to New Mexico’s artists, art galleries, museums and art service providers. Through a printed guidebook, the World Wide Web and weekly radio programs, we serve art collectors and others seeking information about the art and culture of New Mexico.
Author : Herbert Eugene Bolton
Publisher :
Page : 522 pages
File Size : 22,66 MB
Release : 1949
Category : Southwest, New
ISBN :
Author : Angela Spady
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 27,40 MB
Release : 2013-06-14
Category : Dinosaurs
ISBN : 9780615777825
When Channing's family is invited to a family wedding in New Mexico, Channing draws her way through her adventures in the Wild West, including a stay in an adobe hotel, visiting a natural history museum, and shopping for a wedding gift.