by admin@sks.com | Jun 12, 2019 | State Symbols
The Cumbres & Toltec Railroad was named the New Mexico’s official State Train in 2005. This railroad, built in the 1880’s, runs the 64 miles between Chama, New Mexico and Antonito, Colorado over gorgeous mountainous terrain, thru tunnels and on high narrow...
by admin@sks.com | Jun 11, 2019 | State Symbols
Hot Air Balloon On March 1, 2005 both houses of the state legislature passed a bill approving the Hot Air Balloon as the state’s official aircraft. Governor Bill Richardson signed the bill into law. The state’s love of hot air balloons started with flyers, Bill...
by admin@sks.com | Jun 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
Michael Martin Murphey, a Taos resident, wrote “The Land of Enchantment” and in March 1989, the New Mexico State Legislature declared it the State of New Mexico Ballad. Land Of Enchantment Download
by admin@sks.com | Jun 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
Pablo Mares, a distinguished music educator, conductor and composer, wrote “New Mexico – Mi Lindo Nuevo Mexico.” In March 1995, the New Mexico State Legislature adopted it as the State of New Mexico Bilingual Song. Download Song
by admin@sks.com | Jun 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
March 25, 2009, Governor Bill Richardson signed legislation declaring “Under the New Mexico Skies” as the official State of New Mexico Cowboy Song. The song was composed by Syd Masters of Edgewood, New Mexico. “Under the New Mexico Skies” was selected at a songwriting...
