Hispanic American Collection

Governors Palace on Santa Fe Plaza, dating from the 1600s
The Governors Palace, the Spanish capitol of New Mexico and end of the Santa Fe Trail. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

San Antonio River Walk in the 1800s
Life along the riverfront in San Antonio, Texas, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, California statesman. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century portrait

Busy street in Santa Fe in the late 1800s
Horse-drawn wagons in Santa Fe, New Mexico, 1890s. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Santa Fe Plaza the center of life in New Mexico, 1800s
Families gathering for chores and companionship on Santa Fe Plaza. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Oldest house in the US, Santa Fe, New Mexico
Oldest house in the U.S. as seen on a Santa Fe street in the 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

San Antonio, Texas, in the 1800s
Quiet street in San Antonio, Texas, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

El Paso, Texas, in the mid-1800s
Busy village of El Paso, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Mexican women making tortillas, 1800s. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

US takes New Mexico during the Mexican-American War
Stephen Kearny captures New Mexico Territory from Mexico, 1846. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Gamblers at the end of the Santa Fe Trail, 1800s
Gambling casino in Santa Fe, New Mexico Territory, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

El Paso, Texas, 1800s
Street in El Paso, Texas, in the mid-1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Cowboys saddling a bronco, 1800s
Bronco busters saddling a horse, Arizona, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Frederic Remington illustration

San Miguel Mission in the 1800s, Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa Fes San Miguel Mission, the oldest church in the U.S. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Alamo, 1800s
The Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Alamo in San Antonio, 1800s
The Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Riverfront in San Antonio, Texas, 1800s
Along the river in San Antonio, Texas, mid-19th century. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Covered wagons in San Antonio, Texas, 1870s
Settlers in covered wagons along a San Antonio street, Texas, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Outdoor ovens, Rancho de las Golondrinas, New Mexico
Adobe ovens at Rancho de las Golondrinas, a Spanish colonial homestead near Santa Fe, New Mexico. Digital photograph

Outdoor oven, Rancho de las Golondrinas, New Mexico
Adobe oven at Rancho de las Golondrinas, a Spanish colonial homestead near Santa Fe, New Mexico. Digital photograph

Stagecoach leaving Texas for Yuma, 1870s
Stagecoach leaving Fort Worth, Texas, for Yuma, Arizona, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Andres Pico
General Andres Pico, last Mexican governor of California, 1800s. Digitally colored woodcut reproduction of a 19th-century photograph

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Francisca Benicia Carrillo Vallejo, wife of Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, California. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century portrait

Young Hispanic couple at their ranch, 1800s
Hispanic girl playing guitar on a ranch portico, 1800s. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Hispanic couple on a southwestern street, 1800s
Hispanic-American couple, Juan and Juanita, 1800s. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century Frederic Remington illustration

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California vaquero galloping to lasso a steer, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Frederic Remington illustration

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Vaquero branding longhorn cattle, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Spanish colonial home in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Adobe building in the old Spanish section of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Spanish Californians or Mexicans dancing the fandango, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Pio Pico, governor of California. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century portrait

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Cowhand rounding up cattle mixed in with the horse herd. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century Frederic Remington illustration

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"Exploring the Rich Hispanic American Heritage: A Journey Through Time" Step into the past and immerse yourself in the vibrant history of Hispanic Americans. From the Governors Palace on Santa Fe Plaza, dating back to the 1600s, to the bustling streets of Santa Fe in the late 1800s, every corner tells a story. Travel along San Antonio River Walk in the 1800s, where you can almost hear echoes of laughter and music from long ago. Admire PUSA2A-00040 capturing a moment frozen in time – a glimpse into an era that shaped this community's identity. Santa Fe Plaza emerges as a focal point, serving as the center of life in New Mexico during the 1800s. As you stroll through its historic grounds, envision how it once thrived with activity and cultural exchange. Discover more hidden gems like Oldest House in US nestled within Santa Fe, New Mexico – an architectural marvel that stands as a testament to resilience and endurance throughout centuries. Venturing further westward brings us to San Antonio and El Paso during their mid-1800s heyday. HOUS2A-00007 offers a window into these cities' growth and transformation over time – witness their evolution firsthand. Let's not forget about significant historical events such as when New Mexico became part of America during Mexican-American War. The impact is still felt today; it has shaped communities while preserving their unique heritage. Lastly, indulge your imagination by picturing gamblers at the end of Santa Fe Trail during this period. Feel transported back to those thrilling moments when fortunes were won or lost amidst anticipation and excitement. Hispanic American history intertwines with these captivating images from our past—each one revealing layers upon layers of stories waiting to be told. Join us on this extraordinary journey through time.