Tag: Southwest United States
Southwest America: Obscure Hinterland or Rightful Heartland?
American Oasis: Exploring the Heartland of the SouthwestKyle Paoletta, a native of Albuquerque, has returned to his roots in his latest book, "American Oasis." In this engaging and thought-provoking work, Paoletta takes readers on...
Oldest Church in Continental United States: Santa Fe, New Mexico
The oldest church in the continental United States is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. San Miguel Chapel, believed to have been built around 1610, is considered the oldest church in the country. Initially...
Oldest Church in Santa Fe, New Mexico – History and Architecture
San Miguel Chapel in Santa Fe, New Mexico is considered the oldest church in the United States. The church was built around 1610 to serve a small congregation of soldiers, laborers, and Indians. Although...