WELCOME TO CORRALES HISTORICAL SOCIETY

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 could care for and manage Corrales' 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 Okd 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.

memorial plaque history

In 1868 a flood on the Rio Grande washed away the original church and cemetery in Corrales. Read more...

Preservation and maintenance update

The Roof Project for Old San Ysidro Church is projected to be completed by mid-April. The new roof will be almost exactly the same as the existing roof. The wood on the bell towers will remain and the rafter ends that form the eaves will also be retained. Rafters will be attached to any of the existing rafters that were weakened by the "fake" movie fire back in 1974, but will not be visible. The roofing material–corrugated galvanized steel–will be the same. There will be a low-profile ridge vent to let out the heat that builds up in the attic and a low cricket will be added between the roof and each of the bell towers to divert water away from the bell tower. There will be no activities in the Old Church during the week while construction is taking place. However, events that were previously scheduled on weekends, such as Music in Corrales, will be held as scheduled.

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
Email: chsnewschair@gmail.com