2:00pm - 4:00pm
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"Unspun Tales: Sheep in San Juan County" - Season Kickoff, Special
Exhibit Unveiling, and Panel Discussion
Come learn about the importance of the region's sheep heritage and the
people who lived it! Southwest wool helped clothe the nation and its
military, supplying the woolen mills of the east coast. Our sheep fed
local families as well as the urban centers of the American Industrial
Age. Navajo artisans gained worldwide recognition dying and weaving wool
into exquisite textiles still sought out today. Cultures clashed as
sheep ranchers and cowboys battled for grazing rights and changed the
landscape forever.
A local panel will reminisce and share stories of the sheep heritage of
the area and what it was like to grow up in sheep country. Tentative
panelists include Nioma (Espinosa) Gallegos, Bill Hately, Christine
Pioche, Jack Scott, and others - pending confirmation. The panel will be
moderated by Katy Scott Moss. Come hear the stories experienced and
passed down by generations of area sheep ranchers and herders!
- Museum opens at 10am. Come early and enjoy our new exhibit in the main
- building and explore the Pioneer Village! 15 historic buildings and
- thousands of artifacts on 3.5 acres in Historic Downtown Aztec.
- Join us at 2pm in the Event Shed of the Pioneer Village for the Panel
- Discussion!
- Light refreshments provided at the Event Shed.
- Please park in the municipal lot behind the Pioneer Village.
- Brief General Meeting at 4pm for museum members; public welcome.
The story of the American West cannot be spun without sheep! For
information, call (505) 334-9829 and please follow us on Facebook for more
information.
Upcoming Dates:
- Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 2:00pm - 4:00pm View other events on this day
