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The CHS Mission
Corrales Historical Society is a nonprofit corporation which promotes greater appreciation for and better understanding of the history and traditions of the centuries-old community of Corrales, New Mexico and its residents of yesterday and today.
Corrales Historical Society is a nonprofit corporation which promotes greater appreciation for and better understanding of the history and traditions of the centuries-old community of Corrales, New Mexico and its residents of yesterday and today.
Outdoor Event at Old Church
Join CHS this weekend--September 25 & 26 on the Old Church patio for PIES! GIFTS! CARDS! RAFFLE & PIES à la Fruits of the Harvest. 10A-4P
Can’t make it this weekend? Preorder your homemade pie by email — CHSMarketing@corraleshistory.org
Join CHS this weekend--September 25 & 26 on the Old Church patio for PIES! GIFTS! CARDS! RAFFLE & PIES à la Fruits of the Harvest. 10A-4P
Can’t make it this weekend? Preorder your homemade pie by email — CHSMarketing@corraleshistory.org
Two Art Shows Planned at Old Church
33rd Annual Winter Craft Show –
December 3-5
If you are a fine crafter or artist and would like to apply, the deadline is November 1 for entries. An application will be available starting September 20.
Read more...
33rd Annual Old Church Fine Art Show –
October 2-10 | 10A-5P
Currently scheduled as an in-person event during the Balloon Fiesta. In the event of any future COVID restrictions the show will still go on...ONLINE (October 11-31).
33rd Annual Winter Craft Show –
December 3-5
If you are a fine crafter or artist and would like to apply, the deadline is November 1 for entries. An application will be available starting September 20.
Read more...
33rd Annual Old Church Fine Art Show –
October 2-10 | 10A-5P
Currently scheduled as an in-person event during the Balloon Fiesta. In the event of any future COVID restrictions the show will still go on...ONLINE (October 11-31).
Speaker Series Returns to Old Church
The first CHS Speaker Series of the year! Kathryn Flynn presents an illustrated talk “Revisiting New Deal Art in New Mexico” on Sunday, September 19 at 2:00. Learn more about our Speaker Series below. Presentations are always free and open to the public. Keep updated on upcoming speakers by joining our email list. Go to the Speakers page for more details.
The first CHS Speaker Series of the year! Kathryn Flynn presents an illustrated talk “Revisiting New Deal Art in New Mexico” on Sunday, September 19 at 2:00. Learn more about our Speaker Series below. Presentations are always free and open to the public. Keep updated on upcoming speakers by joining our email list. Go to the Speakers page for more details.
Remembering Ward Alan Minge
On November 28, 2021 Corrales Historical Society will present a tribute to CHS co-founder Dr. Ward Alan Minge who passed away on May 5, 2021. Dr. Minge played an instrumental role in the creation of CHS. Local historian and author Mary Davis wrote an article about Dr. Minge's role in saving the Old San Ysidro Church and the history of the village of Corrales. Read more...
On November 28, 2021 Corrales Historical Society will present a tribute to CHS co-founder Dr. Ward Alan Minge who passed away on May 5, 2021. Dr. Minge played an instrumental role in the creation of CHS. Local historian and author Mary Davis wrote an article about Dr. Minge's role in saving the Old San Ysidro Church and the history of the village of Corrales. Read more...
Community Partners
Corrales Historical Society is pleased to share strong relationships with many of our Community Partners. Check this page frequently to see what interesting events are happening in and around our neck of the woods.
To view more information on these upcoming events click below:
Corrales Historical Society is pleased to share strong relationships with many of our Community Partners. Check this page frequently to see what interesting events are happening in and around our neck of the woods.
- Corrales Library Fall Book Sale
- Placitas Community Library
To view more information on these upcoming events click below:
Help Preserve the Old Church for Years to Come
Contact Information & Social Media
Map to the Historic Old San Ysidro Church
The Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts
Corrales Historical Society, John Weitzel
(1990 recipient, Historic Pres Support/Arts)