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Historical Background From the Collection: The Albuquerque Photograph Collection emphasizes points of interest from the city’s history, and presents images that reveal the distinctive geography and culture of the city. Founded in 1706 as a Spanish colonial settlement, Albuquerque continues to reflect these origins in its architecture, culture, and diverse demographics. The Church of San Felipe de Neri and Old Town Plaza date to the original Spanish-village style layout of the town around a central plaza. After the United States gained...

Historical Background From the Collection: The Albuquerque Photograph Collection emphasizes points of interest from the city’s history, and presents images that reveal the distinctive geography and culture of the city. Founded in 1706 as a Spanish colonial settlement, Albuquerque continues to reflect these origins in its architecture, culture, and diverse demographics. The Church of San Felipe de Neri and Old Town Plaza date to the original Spanish-village style layout of the town around a central plaza. After the United States gained...

Historical Background From the Collection: The Albuquerque Photograph Collection emphasizes points of interest from the city’s history, and presents images that reveal the distinctive geography and culture of the city. Founded in 1706 as a Spanish colonial settlement, Albuquerque continues to reflect these origins in its architecture, culture, and diverse demographics. The Church of San Felipe de Neri and Old Town Plaza date to the original Spanish-village style layout of the town around a central plaza. After the United States gained...

Historical Background From the Collection: The Albuquerque Photograph Collection emphasizes points of interest from the city’s history, and presents images that reveal the distinctive geography and culture of the city. Founded in 1706 as a Spanish colonial settlement, Albuquerque continues to reflect these origins in its architecture, culture, and diverse demographics. The Church of San Felipe de Neri and Old Town Plaza date to the original Spanish-village style layout of the town around a central plaza. After the United States gained...

Historical Background From the Collection: The Albuquerque Photograph Collection emphasizes points of interest from the city’s history, and presents images that reveal the distinctive geography and culture of the city. Founded in 1706 as a Spanish colonial settlement, Albuquerque continues to reflect these origins in its architecture, culture, and diverse demographics. The Church of San Felipe de Neri and Old Town Plaza date to the original Spanish-village style layout of the town around a central plaza. After the United States gained...

Historical Background From the Collection: The Albuquerque Photograph Collection emphasizes points of interest from the city’s history, and presents images that reveal the distinctive geography and culture of the city. Founded in 1706 as a Spanish colonial settlement, Albuquerque continues to reflect these origins in its architecture, culture, and diverse demographics. The Church of San Felipe de Neri and Old Town Plaza date to the original Spanish-village style layout of the town around a central plaza. After the United States gained...