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The Old Church, Spring 2019 (photo by Lisa Sparks)

ABOUT CHS

The Historic Old San Ysidro Church was built in 1868. The Corrales Historical Society was founded in 1974 as a non-profit organization that would care for and manage Corrales' then century-old San Ysidro Church after the parish moved to a new larger building. For many years CHS concentrated on the restoration of the church, ensuring that its essential historic features were kept while its usefulness as a community resource was enhanced. The Society continues to maintain and preserve the authenticity of the Old Church. CHS is dedicated to promoting a greater appreciation and better understanding of the history and traditions of the community of Corrales, a centuries-old agricultural village just north of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Old Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980 and also listed on the ​New Mexico Register of Cultural Properties. It is located at 966 Old Church Road in Corrales, New Mexico.

CHS News

Archives Committee Adds Collection of Corrales Family Photos Online
View historical photos of Corrales families, buildings, and homes from years past on UNM's digital file system. 
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*Rights: Permission is granted for educational or research use only. Any other use must be approved by Corrales Historical Society. Contact CHS Archives, corralesarchives@gmail.com*
Mudding Day, April 27, 9-3
Volunteers of all ages are welcome! At this year's Mudding Day, volunteers will be putting a finish coat of mud plaster on the courtyard wall in front of the Old Church. Read more...
The CHS R.O.C.K. (Restore Old Church Kindly) Fund Gifted by Docents
The CHS Docents made a wonderful contribution to continue the efforts of preserving the Old Church.
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CHS Speaker Series April Speaker, April 28, 2:00
Steve Cormier presents Music from the Open Range. Read more...
The History of the Memorial Plaque
In 1868 a flood on the Rio Grande washed away the original church and cemetery in Corrales.
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what awaits you at old church

CHS invites you to learn about the history of our village and of the Old Church, and to join us in our efforts. If you do, you will enjoy the company of like-minded people and have the satisfaction of knowing that your volunteer work contributes to preserving the culture and history of this unique village. Many of our activities take place at Historic Old San Ysidro Church located at 966 Old Church in Corrales. ​Take a look at what CHS has to offer by clicking on the buttons below!
The Old Church is the perfect setting
for your ​special event.
Dynamic speakers present historical and cultural information. Free and
​open to the public.
Make new memories and support the
​Old Church by becoming a member.
Music in Corrales presents concerts featuring renowned musicians of ​many genres.
Find out what's happening at the Old Church.
Share history and participate in many fun activities as
​a CHS Docent.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Corrales Historical Society
Mailing Address:
PO BOX 1051, ​Corrales NM 87048
Historic Old San Ysidro Church:
966 Old Church Road, Corrales NM
​505.595.3109
Email: chsnewschair@gmail.com