New Mexico Architectural Foundation

05/01/2026

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CORNERSTONES COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS / PAUL BRUHN HISTORIC REVITALIZATION SUBGRANT APPLICATION FORM IS LIVE! You can find it here: https://www.cstones.org/paul-bruhn-regrants

04/22/2026

Interesting exploration of architecture in Mexico and the U.S.

The Aztec and the Mayans legacy on Mexican Architecture: The Aztecs and the Mayans left an impressive legacy on what […]

03/02/2026

Route 66 is 100 years old this year! Albuquerque is steeped in Route 66 history and culture. The Guide to New Mexico Architecture highlights several sites along Route 66 in Albuquerque.
Visit the Guide to check out the locations...

The Nob Hill District was Albuquerque’s first suburban shopping area based on the automobile. Central Avenue, a part of historic Route 66, is the backbone of this district. Catering to the 1930s r…

01/20/2026

Check out the Guide to New Mexico Architecture and find your way to.... the KiMo Theater

In the age of elaborate film palaces, the KiMo Theater fused the symbolism of Native American cultures with the exotic qualities of the Art Deco style to produce what New Mexicans call Pueblo Deco.

01/14/2026

Get ready -- Get set -- Walk!!
Here are three places where you can stretch your mid-winter legs...

Rio Grande Nature Center https://nmarchitectureguide.org/2017/12/19/rio-grande-nature-center-and-preserve/

Roosevelt Park https://nmarchitectureguide.org/2020/07/27/roosevelt-park/

National Hispanic Cultural Center https://nmarchitectureguide.org/2018/02/25/national-hispanic-cultural-center-draft/

The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and advancement of Hispanic culture, arts, and humanities. The campus is composed of five buildings and a n…

12/29/2025

Enjoy an Albuquerque walk this season, thanks to DAN, the Downtown Area News!

Our subject this year is Old Town and Sawmill, an area where ART, the first segment of the Rail Trail, and a ditch pathway come together in such a way as to create a truly multi-modal way to enjoy some of the city's most historic neighborhoods. Happy strolling…

11/26/2025

Sat Dec 13th in Albuquerque

The Neighborhood Walks Program is modeled on Jane’s Walk©, a nationwide initiative designed to actively encourage walkability in neighborhoods and provide an opportunity for participants to share neighborhood stories, discover unseen aspects of neighborhoods and use walking as a way to connect wi...

09/06/2025

New Mexico Historic Preservation Conference

Join us on October 3-5 in Las Vegas, NM at the campus of New Mexico Highlands University for the 2025 state preservation conference. The link below will take you to the conference website for registration and the conference schedule. Full registration ($250) includes hands-on workshops, CAMP sessions, Breakfast and Lunch, October 3, 4th and 5th and registration packet. Single day registration is available as well as several tour participation tickets.

Contact at: [email protected]
(505) 982-9521

TAKE A LOOK AT OUR SCHEDULE! CLICK HERE Conference Schedule Now Available! Registration Hotels  Thank you to our Sponsors! Stay in Touch Email * Message * Thank you!

08/16/2025

New owners for the Castaneda Hotel

The Castaneda Hotel (1898) in Las Vegas, New Mexico has been sold!
Las Vegas, NM – August 15, 2025 – A dynamic group of hometown entrepreneurs—Dennis & Annette Lucero and Carlos & Patricia Lopez—are thrilled to announce their purchase of the historic Castaneda Hotel in Las Vegas, New Mexico. Known for their Buffalo Hall Bar & Cowboy Café BBQ just one block away, the partners aim to preserve the Castaneda’s rich character while launching a complementary restaurant and bar. The new owners are inspired by the work of Allan Affeldt and his wife, artist Tina Mion, who meticulously restored the Castaneda between 2014 and 2019. Carlos and Dennis were part of the restoration team, so they know the building and community intimately.
“The moment we learned this historic hotel was available, we saw a chance to protect a piece of our city’s history,” said Annette Lucero. “We want to maintain the charm, the stories, and that one-of-a-kind historic appeal our town cherishes.”
Carlos Lopez added, “Just like we transformed Buffalo Hall, we’re eager to reenergize this hotel—offering hospitality that feels both soulful and welcoming.”
Drawing on their success with Buffalo Hall —an event hall, bar, and barbecue restaurant, built from a repurposed early 1900s structure—the partners plan to open an exclusive yet approachable restaurant and bar at the Castaneda. They envision a menu combining refined flavors with familiar favorites, ensuring affordability for locals and guests alike while celebrating regional cuisine.
“Our roots run deep in Las Vegas,” said Dennis Lucero, “and we’re committed to strengthening that connection. We’ll source local ingredients, retain and hire homegrown talent, and create spaces that serve both travelers and long-time residents.”
Patricia Lopez emphasized, “Whether guests are staying overnight or just stopping in for a meal, we want them to feel at home—surrounded by history, character, and the warmth of our community.”
Allan and Tina added: “We are delighted to have found a great local team to share the Castaneda with the next generation. We are grateful for the hundreds of fine people who helped bring the Castaneda back to life - from the builders, to our team that runs this property so lovingly. We are confident that Carlos, Patricia, Dennis and Annette will do wonderful things with the Castaneda.”
For additional details please contact:
Allan Affeldt 928-587-3268, [email protected]
Annette Lucero 505-429-7388, [email protected]

07/22/2025

La Cueva Mill -- Cornerstones assessment underway

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