Category: Albuquerque Neighborhoods
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Recognizing Lost and Current Leaders
Here is a look at some people who have progressively impacted the architectural landscape in New Mexico in productive ways. We remember and acknowledge them here. Lost Leaders Anna Muller Last October, longtime Albuquerque resident, Anna Muller, passed away. She was born in Albuquerque and was raised here and in Oakland, CA. Some summers were spent…
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Albuquerque’s Vista Larga Neighborhood
A new booklet has been published about Albuquerque’s Vista Larga Historic District, the first Mid-Century Modern residential historic district in New Mexico. The district is a part of the larger Vista Larga subdivision and is comprised of 112 contributing houses bounded by Indian School Road, Princeton Avenue, Hannett Avenue, and the UNM North Golf Course.…
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2017 Architectural Tour: A Toast to Trost
Since 1987, NMAF has conducted architecture tours to encourage and share interest in New Mexico’s enchanting treasures. This year’s Toast to Trost on Oct. 28 will be the Foundation’s 30th tour. The day will kick-off with a lecture by NMAF member and architect Channell Graham, one of the founders of the Albuquerque Conservation Association (TACA). Henry…
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Huning Highlands on Display for the Holidays
The Huning’s Highlands Historic District was the Albuquerque’s first subdivision, platted the same month as the coming of the railroad in 1880. It was developed by one of the city’s wealthiest men at the time, Franz Huning. As more and more frame and brick Queen Anne style homes were built – some modest and some…
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Spring is here. Time to enjoy a self-guided architectural tour
It’s official. Spring has arrived. What a great reason to get out and enjoy some enchanting sites on foot or bicycle. Driving is an option too! The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau has assembled a number of handy printable guides that provide insight to the city’s neighborhoods and historic architecture. Consider using these guides to…
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New Mexico visitors rank culture and architecture as top reasons to explore our state
New Mexico Department of Tourism Secretary Monique Jacobson joined the NMAF Executive Committee at its January meeting to discuss the state’s brand campaign to enhance tourism in New Mexico, and how NMAF members (and all residents) might further those efforts. New Mexico True: Adventure that feeds the soul Learn more about how and why New…
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Architectural Feature: Erna Fergusson Branch Library
The original Erna Fergusson Branch Library on this site contained 7,000 gross square feet. The replacement facility required more than twice that amount of space on the same, tight site. Parking is shared with the Palo Duro Senior Citizens Center to the east and with other functions in Montgomery Park. A seldom used parking area…
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Architectural Feature: Alamosa Multi-Service Center
The nearly 60,000 square-foot complex provides a broad range of community services to the developing West Central and South Valley areas. Service areas include five health clinics, a branch library, a divisible multi-purpose room, classrooms, a recreation center with full-sized gymnasium and fitness center, and a freestanding child development center. The design organizes the various…
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