Sep 18, 2024 Chacon Park's New Gazebo is Officially Open! Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) is thrilled to announce the completion of a stunning new gazebo at Chacon Park, nestled on the historic El Rito campus. This beautiful addition not only enhances the park's aesthetic appeal but also serves as a welcoming gathering space for the El Rito community and visitors alike.
The gazebo project was made possible through the generosity of Rio Arriba County Commissioner Moises Morales Jr., who allocated county funds to support the enhancement of this cherished community space. The structure is designed to provide a serene environment for relaxation, community events, and social gatherings, reflecting...
Sep 18, 2023 FAA Chooses Northern New Mexico College to Host Droning On! Southwest Edition Have you ever wanted to fly a drone or learn about careers in drones? Would you like to see drones barrel racing at a Drodeo? Are you a drone pilot wanting more information about safety procedures or FAA regulations? Then make plans to attend “Droning On! Southwest Edition” Sept. 21 – 23, 2023, at Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) Center for the Arts, 921 N. Paseo De Onate, Española, N.M. This three-day event, hosted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Southwest Regional Office and Northern New Mexico College, is free and open to the public.
“The FAA has a long, successful history of safely bringing new technologies...
Sep 16, 2024 NNMC Hosts Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project’s 25th Anniversary Celebration Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) proudly hosted the Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project’s 25th anniversary celebration on September 13-14, 2024. The event brought together community leaders, project founders, and passionate advocates to commemorate two and a half decades of remarkable efforts in preserving and protecting one of New Mexico's most significant archaeological treasures.
Mesa Prieta, located in the Española Valley, is home to an estimated 100,000 petroglyphs dating back centuries, making it one of the largest collections of its kind in North America. Since its founding in 1999, the project has been dedicated to three key goals:...