There is more than 500 years of Hispanic history in New Mexico

There is more than 500 years of Hispanic history in New Mexico.

Today, the influence of Hispanic culture and traditions across the state is evident. From cuisine and history to festivals and arts, there are numerous ways to experience and learn about New Mexico’s vibrant Hispanic culture.

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Explore Historic Sites
Rancho de las Golondrinas
Take A Cooking Class
Discover Hispanic Arts
National Hispanic Cultural Center

Las Golondrinas Horno Oven Building

Explore Historic Sites

The Spanish first arrived in New Mexico in 1541. In 1598, the first Spanish colonial settlement, San Juan de los Caballeros, was founded in what is now northern New Mexico. Throughout the area, the Spanish established missions, some with beautiful churches and artwork. In 1706, the Spanish founded Albuquerque, named for the Spanish Duke de Alburquerque. From these historic origins, today Hispanic influence is very much evident in modern New Mexican culture.

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El Rancho De Las Golondrinas

Experience Living History

El Rancho de las Golondrinas (The Ranch of the Swallows) is a living history museum located on 200 acres in a rural farming valley just south of Santa Fe and is dedicated to the heritage and culture of Spanish Colonial era in New Mexico. Original colonial buildings on the site date from the early 18^th century. In addition, historic buildings from other parts of northern New Mexico have been reconstructed at Las Golondrinas. Special festivals and themed weekends offer its visitors an in-depth look into the celebrations, music, dance, and many other aspects of life during the Spanish Colonial era.

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Birrieria Taco

Take A Cooking Class

Learn to cook up classic Hispanic dishes at the Santa Fe School of Cooking. The Santa Fe School of Cooking offers classes several times a week that are entertaining, educational, and, of course, delicious. Among their numerous class offerings are Mexican and Spanish cooking classes where their culinary pupils can learn to prepare Foods of Spain, Cuisines of Mexico, and more. Take this mouthwatering opportunity to experience the richness and variety of Hispanic cuisine.

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Spanish Colonial Arts Museum

Discover Hispanic Arts

The Traditional Spanish Market, held on the Santa Fe Plaza, showcases traditional Hispanic art forms and artists. The Spanish Market is organized and produced by the Spanish Colonial Arts Society, which supports Hispanic artists through educational programs, grants, and the production of Spanish Market in July and Winter Spanish Market in December. These two major exhibitions give visitors a unique opportunity to meet some of the best Hispanic artists working in the region today. The Society’s collection of more than 3,500 art objects is housed at the Museum of Spanish Colonial Art in Santa Fe. The collections include Spanish colonial art forms covering four centuries and four continents.

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National Hispanic Cultural Center

Visit the National Hispanic Cultural Center

The National Hispanic Cultural Center presents and preserves Hispanic culture at the local, state, national, and international levels. Its 16-acre campus is home to an art museum, performing arts complex, education center, history and literary arts building, and several outdoor patios and plazuelas. Throughout the year visitors can enjoy a diverse mix of traditional and contemporary art, music, dance, theatre, book signings, lectures, and family programming. The Center also offers a restaurant and gift

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