MIGUEL TRUJILLO, NEW MEXICO’S UNKNOWN CIVIL RIGHTS HERO
Presented by Gordon Bronitsky
In 1948, Miguel Trujillo, a WWII Marine veteran from Laguna, sued New Mexico and obtained the right to vote for Native Americans of the state. This presentation tells his story. The presentation encourages an understanding of the background for voting rights in New Mexico 1912, and encourages people to think beyond the Three Peoples myth to the reality of the struggle that began with the Pueblo Revolt of 1680 and continues today.
*PAST* THE HISTORY OF FLAMENCO
Presented by Nicolasa Chávez
This presentation traces the history of Flamenco in music and song. The presentation begins with flamenco’s origins in Medieval Spain through the present, concentrating on its arrival in the US and New Mexico. Nicolasa and her accompanist will share the history and meaning behind the music and songs along with personal stories as flamenco performers in New Mexico.