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Subject: BernCo News Release: Isleta Pueblo Since Time Immemorial - A Special Event set for this Saturday, Sept. 24 at 10:30 a.m. and held at the Gutierrez-Hubbell House

For Immediate Release Sept. 19, 2016

www.bernco.gov

Contact: Zacary E. Wilson zwilson@bernco.gov O. (505) 468-1272

Special Event: Isleta Pueblo Since Time Immemorial

Bernalillo County – Come to the Gutierrez-Hubbell House for a journey back in time to the Pueblo of Isleta of centuries ago, and learn about the rich history of the Rio Grande at a special event, Sat., Sept. 24 at 10:30 a.m.

 

The Gutierrez-Hubbell House, 6029 Isleta Blvd. SW in the South Valley, will be hosting the culmination of the months-long series, “Villages along the Rio Grande,” with a presentation by renowned historian Richard Garcia. Unmatched in his knowledge of the history and genealogy of Isleta, Garcia will chronicle the pueblo’s story, from pre-Columbian beginnings to the modern day, with a special emphasis on identity, values and the 19th century Laguna migration.

 

All summer, Villages along the Rio Grande has brought to life the rich traditions of the Albuquerque area, traveling from Old Town Albuquerque, to now its final stop at Isleta Pueblo. Join the closing celebration of this journey with a live show of traditional dancers from Laguna Pueblo, and delicious lunch options from local food trucks.

 

Residents interested in registering for the event, or who would like more information, can call BernCo Open Space at (505) 314-0398, or go online to www.bernco.gov/openspace. This experience is free of charge.

 

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About Bernalillo County

Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 674,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras and the 111,000 residents who live outside the village and city limits in the unincorporated areas of the county.  Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget and capital investments of more than $500 million. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.