After a great drought in the 13th Century, many Pueblo tribes and clans migrated into the greater Rio Grande watershed in search of water and new settlement sites. New Pueblos were established forming a remarkable cultural and architectural expression characterized by organic adobe architecture with timber roofs and details.
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Our Lady of Guadalupe (Old Zuni) Mission
West Region: Zuni
Constructed 1629 Experience one of New Mexico’s oldest Spanish Colonial missions, established in 1629 and restored in the late 1960’s. For almost four centuries, this large adobe complex has witnessed local and regional history being made. The world-class murals of Alex Seowtewa on the interior walls provide a spectacular glimpse Read more…