Historic Albuquerque
Author: Carleen Lazell
Publisher: HPN Books
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 113
ISBN-13: 1893619753
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Author: Carleen Lazell
Publisher: HPN Books
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 113
ISBN-13: 1893619753
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Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
Published: 2007-07-01
Total Pages: 263
ISBN-13: 1618585932
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom a city that was founded all the way back in 1706, to its distinct neighborhoods of Old Town and New Town, Historic Photos of Albuquerque is a photographic history collected from the area's top archives. With around 200 photographs, many of which have never been published, this beautiful coffee table book shows the historical growth from the mid 1800's to the late 1900's of this scenic city in stunning black and white photography. The book follows life, government, events and people important to Albuquerque history and the building of this unique city. Spanning over two centuries and two hundred photographs, this is a must have for any long-time resident or history lover of Albuquerque!
Author: Judy Mattivi Morley
Publisher: University Press of Kansas
Published: 2006-09-12
Total Pages: 215
ISBN-13: 0700617604
DOWNLOAD EBOOKStroll through Larimer Square in Denver or through Pioneer Square in Seattle and you feel that you're stepping into history while browsing the expensive boutiques and tourist shops. But are you? In this intriguing study of some of America's favorite places, Judy Morley takes a fresh look at adaptive reuse efforts in cities of the former frontier. Focusing on urban preservation resulting from the competing interests of architectural preservationists, city planners, chambers of commerce, and boosters, she shows how developers have often taken artistic license to refashion the western past into shopping centers and tourist traps-in ways that privilege an imagined "heritage" over a more complex history. Examining Old Town Albuquerque, Larimer Square and LoDo in Denver, and Pioneer Square and Pike Place Market in Seattle, Morley describes the creation and marketing of western heritage under the guise of historic preservation. She draws on extensive interviews, city council proceedings, and historic plats and photographs to construct a detailed picture of how these districts originally looked and were used, how they were renovated, and to what ends they were marketed. This is the first book to systematically address issues of historic preservation and western urban growth, examining the interplay of identity, preservation, and tourism. It identifies the economic, political, and social issues that transformed each historic district into a place that resonated with the popular imagination. Along the way, Morley exposes the ironies that have attracted criticism to historic districts, such as Old Town Albuquerque's celebration of Hispanic heritage-even though Hispanic residents were displaced during the renovation-or Larimer Square's hiding of its actual skid-row past beneath a veneer of more tourist-friendly history. But while critics charge that historic preservation often celebrates a sanitized past, Morley suggests that these locales offer both residents and visitors a window on a shared romantic history and a sense of belonging, serving as vital locations for community festivals, holiday events, and even public gatherings in times of tragedy. Historic Preservation and the Imagined West argues that, although these districts did not so much preserve history as create mythic identities for their cities, they have in their way reconciled the past with the needs of the future.
Author: Stephen Ausherman
Publisher: Wilderness Press
Published: 2015-02-16
Total Pages: 250
ISBN-13: 0899977685
DOWNLOAD EBOOKExplore the most interesting, scenic, and historic places in Albuquerque, New Mexico, via 30 self-guided walking tours. Basking in an average of 310 days of sunshine per year, Albuquerque is a welcoming environment that offers walkable landscapes ranging from its wilderness edge to its industrial core. Yet, given Burque’s history and massive sprawl, navigating it on foot requires some guidance from an expert. That’s where Walking Albuquerque by local author and explorer Stephen Ausherman comes in handy. With 30 routes mapped out in the valley, the heights, and beyond, this first-of-its-kind comprehensive guidebook covers the entire city and surrounding areas. Whether strolling down neon-bedazzled avenues, promenading through Victorian neighborhoods, exploring volcanic vistas, or wandering the wooded banks of the Rio Grande, each trek is an enlightening excursion into Albuquerque’s deep history and richly diverse culture. You can experience the local art scene, indulge in exotic cuisine, visit sacred places, and enjoy more open space than any other city in America—nearly 3,000 square feet of parkland per person. Inside you’ll find: 30 self-guided walking tours of the city National landmarks and famous filming locations Hidden treasures that even locals don’t often know about Architecture, trivia, and more If you’re looking for a quick workout, a full day’s entertainment, or something in between, Walking Albuquerque will get you there. You’ll feel as if you’re being led by your closest friend. So find a route that appeals to you, and walk Albuquerque!
Author: Deborah C. Slaney
Publisher: Albuquerque Museum Collection
Published: 2018-03-15
Total Pages: 304
ISBN-13: 9780890136324
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAlbuquerque Museum History Collection: Only in Albuquerque highlights the museum's rich history collection, drawing examples from thirty-five thousand artifacts, works of art, maps, and photographs. The objects range from Hispanic religious art, Native American and Hispanic textiles and jewelry, toys and early computers, to railroad and Route 66 memorabilia. The collection represents the history of New Mexico's central Rio Grande Valley and Greater Albuquerque from before written history through the present. This book is the third in the Albuquerque Museum Collection Series. Previously published books in the series are Casa San Ysidro: The Gutierrez/Minge House in Corrales, New Mexico by Ward Alan Minge, and Albuquerque Museum Photo Archives Collection: Images in Silver compiled by Glenn Fye.
Author: Chan Graham
Publisher:
Published: 2014-11-14
Total Pages: 45
ISBN-13: 9780692322932
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA book of photographs of historic houses in the Downtown Neighborhoods Association
Author: Harold Owens Smith
Publisher: HPN Books
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 169
ISBN-13: 1935377280
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Scott Schaut
Publisher: HPN Books
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 141
ISBN-13: 1935377124
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA Bicentennial History will tell the story of our city as we mark our 200th year. The book will contrast the old and the new and relate the great transition from heavy manufacturing to a service economy, including retailing, education and healthcare.
Author: David Cook
Publisher: HPN Books
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 120
ISBN-13: 1893619788
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Rodney Van Oudekerke
Publisher: HPN Books
Published: 2011
Total Pages: 113
ISBN-13: 193537740X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn illustrated history of San Marcos, Texas, paired with histories of the local companies.