(Mesilla NM) Formerly a part of Mexico, the once border town of Mesilla hasn’t changed much over the years. In the late 1800’s, it was a major trade center and a stop for the Butterfield Stagecoach on its way to San Diego. Its cantinas, saloons and festivals were popular. Two battles were fought there during […]
(Deming NM) The Luna-Mimbres Museum was a profusion of artifacts commemorating the history and memories of those that lived in the Mimbres Valley, Luna County, and the town of Deming. There seemed to be no end to the variety of items and topics preserved. From dolls, to native pottery and wares, quilts and lace, cameras, […]
(El Morro NM) El Morro National Monument featured Inscription Rock with hundreds of signatures on a sheer sandstone cliff. The Visitor Center had nice displays about the history of the site and those that made it a well known stop-over. A paved path took me past the signatures. It contained historic graffiti spanning over a […]