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WebCam Gallery
Here are a selection of photographs of sacred Taos Mountain taken over the past few years by our webcam. 96 Photographs |
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March & April 2002 - Completion of Renovation
The last of the Renovation Galleries... The final months of renovation work are recorded here as the electricity, water, and gas are connected and begin to power the old hacienda's global class kitchen and up-scale shops. Painting, Signage and Paving. 53 Photographs |
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Early February 2002 Construction Photos
M. G. Mechanical, Parraz Electric, Warm & Fuzzy, and some friends continue:Mechanical / Electrical Construction, Beginning of Kitchen and Landscaping, Roofing, Beginning of Studio, Beginning of Construction Cleanup, and continuing Painting & Mudding. 62 Photographs |
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January 2002 Construction Photos
Walter McBride's and his crew work on completion of inner courtyard and portals, mountain-view dining patio and portals. Also, construction of mechanical room, rest rooms, and new saguan. Completion of natural mud walls in Shop #1. 48 Photographs |
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December 2001 Photos of Hacienda Construction
Walter McBride and his crew of Navajos, Zunis and Hopis arrive from Gallup, New Mexico to help the project along. Building begins on the inner courtyard portals. Also the new walls for rest room area and concrete floor for restaurant patio dining. 50 Photographs |
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An Afternoon of History with Edmund Bernal
Edmund Bernal grew up in El Torreon Hacienda. In September Allyn Rose Ransom and Radhika Huddleston interviewed Edmund, on digital video, at his home. Many stories and much historical information was gathered. Here are some photographs of that day. 17 Photographs |
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Fall 2001 Photos of El Torreon
This section shows some of the work done in September, October, and November 2001. 47 Photographs |
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Details & Textures of El Torreon
An intimate look at the unique and pleasing details and textures of the old hacienda in El Prado. 71 Photographs |
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Mid-Construction Photos of El Torreon
These pictures reflect the changes of after the old hacienda has been cleared of the wooden structure added to the courtyard in the 70s. 35 Photographs |
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Sign Installation - June 12, 2001
This is a fun Shockwave Flash animation file featuring Paul Smithey, "The Sign Guy" and friend installing our long awaited sign on the main road. |
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Beginning Work on Hacienda & Grounds
Showing beginning of the careful work done on the hacienda and grounds. Courtyard structures built in the 70s are removed, latilla fence added, and cleaning operations are begun. 46 Photographs |
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El Torreon Hacienda in Early 2001
These photographs were the last ones taken before the current restoration began. They depict the quite, peaceful world in much the same way Mario Cardenas left it. 37 Photographs |
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Cardenas Family Photographs
These were taken in the 50' s and 60s by family members. The photos show some of the detail of the old hacienda and torreon, as well a beautiful view of family life of the time. 25 Photographs |