With a history tied to the early Spanish Empire as well as ancient Native American populations, New Mexico has one of the most unique stories of any state in the Union. The 47th state became a part of the country in 1912, and its population of 2 million people makes it one of least dense, due in to the great expanses and stunning natural scenery which evoke the days of westward expansion and front…
New Mexico is known for it?s arid landscape and Native American traditions above all. With tribes of mostly Navajo and Pueblo peoples, New Mexico boasts a unique cultural dynamic- mixing Hispanic, Mexican and Native American influences. This rich mix of Native cultures is evident in all aspects of New Mexican culture. From the politics to the art and even throughout the different institutes of hig…
Right at the heart of the America Southwest is the great state of New Mexico. This state?s main population concentrations may be few and far between (with fewer than 20 people per square mile on average) but there?s a lot going on across the various ethnic, cultural and geographical landscapes of the state. The homeland of many Native American populations, including Navajo and Pueblo people, New M…