Upcoming Events & Meetings

Join us for general membership meetings, historical presentations, and community events focused on preserving and celebrating San Juan County's rich history. See what's coming up below.

schedule

Events

JUNE 2026

The Sacred Heart Catholic Church & The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Two Church Histories Mark Cultural Roots of the Kirtland and Waterflow Communities

When: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 @ 6pm

Where: Farmington Civic Center 200 W. Arrington, Farmington, NM

Speaker: Colleen Wethington, Genealogist

JUNE 2026

2026 SJCHS Site Dedications & Kirtland Community Potluck

When: Saturday, June 19, 2026

Where & Schedule:

  • Sacred Heart Catholic Dedication

11:30 AM - 9 Rd 6820, Waterflow, NM

  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Dedication

12 PM - 473 Rd 6100, Kirtland, NM

  • Kirtland Community Potluck

12:30 PM - Kirtland Town Park

43 Rd 6500, Kirtland, NM

Presenter: San Juan County Historical Society

AUGUST 2026

Spain and the World War That Resulted in the Independence of the United States

A San Juan County Historical Society & Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village Event

When: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 @ 6pm

Where: Farmington Civic Center

200W. Arrington, Farmington, NM

Speaker: Thomas E. Chávez, PhD

OCTOBER 2026

Once Upon a Time in the West & Blurred Lines

The San Juan County War and the Stockton Gang

Talk and book signing with historical reenactment

When: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 @ 6pm

Where: Farmington Civic Center

200W. Arrington, Farmington, NM

Speaker: Randi Samuelson Brown, Author

Presenter: San Juan County Historical Society

Special Presentation: Historical reenactment by the Farmington Rio Del Sol Kiwanis actors

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about the San Juan County Historical Society and how you can contribute to preserving local history.

  • What is the society's mission?

    The mission of the San Juan County Historical Society is to collect and preserve historical documents pertaining to San Juan County; preserve these documents for future generations and create a computerized database from these documents for legitmate research and scholarly endeavors.

  • How can I contribute?

    Join as a Member, Donate or Volunteer

  • Where can I find more information?

    You can find more info by simply selecting About Us on the menu bar.

  • Can I volunteer?

    Fill out our interest form or contact us by phone or email. We’ll follow up to schedule a brief orientation.

  • How can I donate?

    You can Donate by Contacting Us by phone at 505.334.7136 or emailing us at sjchistoricalnm@centurylink.net

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Contact Information

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Email

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Phone

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Office

Visit our office during business hours for in-person inquiries.

201 North Main Avenue, Aztec, New Mexico 87410, United States