Uniquely preserved in this community of historic wonders, at least 10 significant acequias (ah-say-kyas) can be found in Las Vegas. Acequias, man-made channels that direct water to farmland, were early irrigation canals that helped inland farmers make the most of rain and snowfall.
Location:
Las Vegas-San Miguel C. of C., PO Box 128, Las Vegas New Mexico 87701
Telephone
Toll Free: 800-832-5947
Other History nearby:
(Santa Fe) Aboot About/Santa Fe Walks
(Las Vegas) Acequias
(Santa Fe) Amelia White Park
(Santa Fe) Bandelier National Monument
(Santa Fe) Bataan Memorial Military Museum and Library
(Las Vegas) Bridge Street Historic District
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