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# Historic Fairview Cemetery

Where Albuquerque's Past Comes to Life

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- [HFC Celebrates America's 250th Birthday!](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/join-us-as-we-celebrate-americas-250th-birthday/) - Event Summary: The 250th USA Birthday Celebration at Historic Fairview Cemetery was an absolute blast! Albuquerque skies were blue, and the breeze was warm, setting the perfect scene as attendees of all ages from across the community came out to enjoy a day filled with joy, laughter, and patriotic fun. Ohana Zia Shave Ice treated
- [POSTPONED to September 2026 - Fright Night at Historic Fairview Cemetery](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/fright-night-at-historic-fairview-cemetery/) - Fright Night at Historic Fairview Cemetery promises an unforgettable summer evening where vintage chills meet community fun. Guests will step into an old‑time movie atmosphere complete with classic scary films projected under the night sky. The historic grounds add just the right touch of mystery, making the experience both spooky and exciting without being too
- [Buffalo Soldier Salute - July 25, 2026](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/buffalo-soldier-salute-july-25-2026/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] In honor of National Buffalo Soldiers Day, Historic Fairview Cemetery invites the community to join us for a special ceremony celebrating the service, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers.
- [Summer Community Cleanup Days: July - September](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/summer-community-cleanup-days/) - Join us this summer for community cleanup days at Historic Fairview Cemetery! We’re calling on volunteers to help us care for this important historic site — the final resting place of pioneers, veterans, and generations of Albuquerque families. 🗓 Dates: First Saturday of the month (except July): July 11, August 1, and September 5🕘 Time:
- [Community Cleanup Days - February, March and April](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/community-cleanup-days-february-march-and-april/) - Join us for a community cleanup day at Historic Fairview Cemetery! We’re calling on volunteers to help us care for this important historic site — the final resting place of pioneers, veterans, and generations of Albuquerque families. 🗓 Dates: First Saturday of the month: February 7, March 7, April 4 🕘 Times: February and March
- [100-Year Memorial Day Rededication](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/100-year-memorial-day-rededication/) - Join us in honoring and remembering those who gave their lives in service to our country at this year’s Memorial Day Celebration. Hosted by American Legion Post 13 Carlisle Bennett, this meaningful event will take place at Historic Fairview Cemetery—a place deeply rooted in our community’s history. 📅 Saturday, May 23, 2026⏰ 9:30 AM📍 700
- [Too Good to Pass Up:  Victorian Tea Raffle Prizes Are Rolling In!](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/victorian-tea-raffle-prizes/) - Our raffle prizes are starting to roll in, and we are so excited to share them with you! Our first prize is a beautiful quilted table runner, generously donated by our Board President, Jolene Ellerton—thank you, Jolene!! We’re thrilled to unveil our second raffle prize—a stunning 12.5 x 8.5 x 5 multipurpose Longaberger basket! Whether
- [Victorian Tea Party - Saturday, April 18, 2026](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/victorian-tea-party-at-historic-fairview-cemetery-saturday-april-18-2026/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”-88px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”22px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”0px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] The Historic Fairview Cemetery Organization warmly invites you to a special fundraising event supporting Military Grave Marker Restoration and Preservation. Join us on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 1:00–4:00
- [Legacy In Focus:  Her Story, Historic Fairview's Legacy](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/legacy-in-focus-her-story-historic-fairviews-legacy/) - Discover the women who shaped Albuquerque’s early story in this engaging, modern exploration of local history. Join us for a special event celebrating the women whose lives and legacies helped shape early Albuquerque—many of whom now rest at Historic Fairview Cemetery. This modern exploration brings their stories to the forefront, honoring their strength, influence, and
- [World War I Balloon Pilot - Van Orrin Oleson, Sr.](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/world-war-i-balloon-pilot-van-orrin-oleson-sr/) - Van Orrin Oleson (Sep 22, 1895 - Sep 18, 1928) was born in Neenah, Winnebago County, Wisconsin. His father Mentz Biller Oleson (July 14, 1869-December 4, 1918), migrated from Kongsvinger, Hedmark, Norway, in 1888, and his mother, Geolena Evenson Oleson (March 17, 1870-November 12, 1953), was born in Clayton, Winnebago, Wisconsin. They were wed on February
- [Metro Court Community Service Work at Historic Fairview Cemetery](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/metro-court-community-service-work-at-historic-fairview-cemetery/) - We joined the Metro Court Community Service Referral Program in early May 2025, and it has been an incredible benefit to Historic Fairview Cemetery. Since then, twenty-four individuals have completed community service at the cemetery, with most performing all or the majority of their required hours at HFC. Board Treasurer, Pam Steibler-Wendt, and board members,
- [2025 Veterans Day Celebration, 11/8](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/2025-veterans-day-celebration-11-8/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery is proud to announce its annual Veterans Day Celebration, now scheduled for a new day and time: Saturday, November 8th at 1:00 PM. We’re especially excited about this year’s speakers and the updated schedule, which we believe will allow even more community members to join us in honoring our veterans. Bring your
- [Day of the Dead Fundraiser](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/day-of-the-dead-fundraiser/) - The charming Painted Lady Bed & Brew is graciously hosting a fundraiser to support the cemetery, and you're invited! Admission is free, and a selection of fun raffle items will be available—every ticket supports the ongoing care of our historic grounds. Enjoy a cozy evening, good company, and a chance to give back! Date: Saturday,
- [4th Annual Victorian Picnic and Scavenger Hunt](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/4th-annual-victorian-picnic-and-scavenger-hunt/) - You're invited to the 4th Annual Victorian Picnic and Scavenger Hunt — a fun and much-loved event! Join us on Sunday, October 26, from 10 AM until dusk, for a day full of charm, adventure, and community spirit. For more information, call Pam Stiebler-Wendt at 505-410-8023.
- [Volunteer Cleanup Days at the Cemetery - October and November 2025](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/volunteer-cleanup-days-at-the-cemetery-august-through-november-2025/) - 🧹 Volunteer Cleanup Days at Historic Fairview Cemetery 🧤Help Us Preserve a Piece of Albuquerque’s History Join us for a community cleanup day at Historic Fairview Cemetery! We’re calling on volunteers to help us care for this important historic site — the final resting place of pioneers, veterans, and generations of Albuquerque families. 🗓 Dates:
- [Who Were the Harvey Girls and Why Were They Important Historically?](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/who-were-the-harvey-girls-and-why-were-they-important-historically/) - Alvarado Hotel Lunchroom with Harvey Girls (Courtesy of the Albuquerque Museum collection) Researched and Written by Pam Stiebler-Wendt Edited by Susan Schwartz, Jolene Ellerton, and Lori Mann Date: September 4, 2025 In the 1870s and 1880s, the railroads were expanding at a rapid rate as they pushed across the country. People were using trains to
- ["Tumbleweed Terminators" at Historic Fairview Cemetery](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tumbleweed-terminators-at-historic-fairview-cemetery/) - Galloping Goats were hard at work at the cemetery over the last few days. They munched on tumbleweeds, puncturevine and all the other weeds, and made a huge difference in cleaning up the cemetery. A huge thanks go out to our anonymous donor who paid for this work and to Galloping Goats of Rio Rancho
- [National Buffalo Soldiers Day July 26, 2025 at 10 AM](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/national-buffalo-soldiers-day-july-26-2025/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery will commemorate National Buffalo Soldiers Day on Saturday July 26, 2025, beginning at 10 am. Officially recognized in 1992, it commemorates the 1866 formation of six cavalry and infantry regiments of African American soldiers after Congress passed the Army Reorganization Act. Buffalo Soldiers were African American soldiers who served on the Western Frontier after
- [Memorial Day Observance](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/memorial-day-observance/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”32px|||||”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”40px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” min_height=”240.8px” sticky_enabled=”0″] On Monday, May 26th, a heartfelt Memorial Day observance was held at Historic Fairview Cemetery to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service
- [June 7 Volunteer Cleanup](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/june-5-volunteer-cleanup/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] 🧹 Volunteer Cleanup Day at Historic Fairview Cemetery 🧤Help Us Preserve a Piece of Albuquerque’s History Join us for a community cleanup day at Historic Fairview Cemetery! We’re calling on volunteers to help us
- [Victorian Hats and Afternoon Tea at Historic Fairview Cemetery April 27, 2025](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/victorian-hats-and-afternoon-tea-at-historic-fairview-cemetery/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”-177px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”17px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”498.9px” custom_margin=”-18px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″ inline_fonts=”Eagle Lake” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] The Historic Fairview Cemetery Organization invites you to its fundraising event for Military Grave Marker Restoration/Preservation on Sunday, April 27, 2025 from 2 to
- [Help Support HFC at Barnes & Noble!  Save the Date:  March 29](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/help-support-hfc-at-barnes-noble-save-the-date-march-29/) - The Barnes & Noble in Coronado Center is supporting Historic Fairview Cemetery on Saturday, Saturday, March 29, 2025. If you like to buy books, gifts, or stuffies for the little ones, make a purchase at the store and please let them know you want a portion of your sale price donated to support our non-profit!
- [April 5 Clean Up.  Sunshine and Exercise!](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/april-5-clean-up-sunshine-and-exercise/) - Please volunteer to help keep Historic Fairview Cemetery clean and "green." Every month, on the first Saturday of the month, volunteers come to the cemetery and wrangle weeds, pick up trash, and appreciate this local historical treasure. Our next volunteer clean-up will be on Saturday, April 5. We are starting at 9:00 a.m. and hope
- [Victorian Hats and Afternoon Tea at the Cemetery](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/victorian-hats-and-afternoon-tea-at-the-cemetery/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.24.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Historic Fairview Cemetery invites you to its fundraising event for Military Grave Marker Restoration/Preservation at the cemetery. Join us for afternoon tea amidst the early pioneers who grace this old historic cemetery. Gather friends and
- [Historic Fairview Cemetery Veterans Day Observance](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/historic-fairview-cemetery-veterans-day-observance/) - On Monday, November 11, at 10:30 a.m. Historic Fairview Cemetery will pay tribute to U.S. veterans. The cemetery is the final resting place for approximately 550 veterans who served in conflicts ranging from the Mexican-American War to the Civil War, the Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, Korea, and Vietnam.
- [November Cemetery Cleanups](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/november-cemetery-cleanups/) - Join us for our last cemetery cleanups of 2024! We'll start at 9:00 a.m. and wrap up by noon. Please wear a hat, long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, and sturdy, comfortable shoes. Bring your own tools and gloves, and don't forget a light jacket for cooler weather. We'll provide trash bags and water. Thank you
- [October Cleanup](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/october-cleanup/) - Things are looking better, thanks to all of our wonderful volunteers and board members. There is still much to do. We will have our first Fall cleanup on Saturday, October 5, 2024. We will start at 9:00 a.m. and we hope to wrap up by noon. We still have plenty of tumbleweeds and goatheads. Please dress to protect
- [Victorian Picnic and Scavenger Hunt October 27](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/victorian-picnic-and-scavenger-hunt-october-27/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”86px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” min_height=”178.2px” custom_margin=”-105px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”||0px|||” inline_fonts=”Merriweather” global_colors_info=”{}”] Historic Fairview Cemetery is holding a Victorian-style picnic on Sunday, October 27, from 10:00 a.m. until dusk. Guests are invited to wear Victorian or Steampunk finery! Please bring
- [Murder and Mayhem Tour and Fundraising Event](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/murder-and-mayhem-tour-and-fundraising-event/) - The 2024 Before I Die Festival will take place in October and November. There will be two days of preview events on October 24 and October 26, and the main festival events take place November 1-4, 2024. The preview event will include tour of the Historic Fairview Cemetery to help raise funds for the cemetery.
- [Cemetery Beautification Event!](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/cemetery-beautification-event/) - Our enthusiastic board members and volunteers are thrilled about the ongoing beautification of Historic Fairview Cemetery! We've added an extra day this month for this activity and would love for you to join us on Saturday, August 31. We will start at 8 am and wrap up around 11 am. Even though the forecast calls
- [Tree Trimming at HFC](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tree-trimming-at-hfc/) - Legacy Tree Trimming generously volunteered their services at Historic Fairview Cemetery, focusing on trimming overhanging branches near sections 11 and 14 Family. They will also be removing the leftover wood and branches from a previous tree trimming job or those that had naturally fallen. We are so grateful for their hard work!
- [Volunteer Cleanup for September](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/volunteer-cleanup-for-september/) - Our next monthly cleanup will be held on Saturday, September 7. The summer heat is still here and will prompt us to start early at 8:00 a.m. We hope to wrap up by 11:00a.m. Please dress to protect yourself from the strong Southwest sun. Recommended wear is a hat, long pants and shirts, sturdy and
- [Albuquerque cemetery could be added to the city’s landmark list](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/albuquerque-cemetery-could-be-added-to-the-citys-landmark-list/) - KOAT Channel 13 Interview of Susan Schwartz, President and Historian of Historic Fairview Cemetery
- [August Volunteer Cleanup](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/august-volunteer-cleanup/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery will hold our monthly cleanup on Saturday, August 3, 2024. The summer heat will prompt us to start early at 8:00 a.m. and we hope to wrap up by 11:00 a.m. This clean up will focus on pulling young tumbleweeds before they can become big. We’ve got native grasses and wildflowers growing!
- [July Volunteer Cleanup - July 13, 2024](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/july-volunteer-cleanup-july-13-2024/) - We usually do our monthly volunteer clean up on the first Saturday of the month, but since this falls over the July 4 holiday weekend, we are pushing it out to July 13. The summer heat will prompt us to start early at 8:00 a.m. and we hope to wrap up by 11:00 a.m.
- [July 28: Buffalo Soldiers Day Salute](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/july-28-buffalo-soldiers-day-salute/) - On Friday, July 28, Historic Fairview Cemetery will salute the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers. Congress designated July 28th as Buffalo Soldiers Day in 1992.
- [Buffalo Soldiers Day July 28, 2024](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/buffalo-soldiers-day-july-28-2024/) - National Buffalo Soldiers Day Mark your calendar for National Buffalo Soldiers Day, Sunday, July 28 from 2 to 2:45 pm. National Buffalo Soldiers Day is the holiday celebrating the contributions of some of the earliest African-American troops in the United States military. These troops served on the Western frontier after the Civil War. They served
- [Memorial Day 2024 Rededication Event](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/memorial-day-2024-rededication-event/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery invites the community to join us for our Memorial Day observances on Monday, May 27 at 3:00 p.m. at the Monument to the Unknown Dead.
- [Learn about Notable African Americans in Albuquerque During Black History Month](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/learn-about-notable-african-americans-in-albuquerque-during-black-history-month/) - February is Black History Month. At Historic Fairview Cemetery, there are a number of African Americans who made an impact in Albuquerque and New Mexico.
- [New Mexico Statehood History Hike January 6, 2024](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/new-mexico-statehood-history-hike-january-6-2024/) - Take a New Mexico History Hike to specially-marked graves to learn our local history through notable "permanent residents" at Historic Fairview Cemetery
- [January 6: Statehood Day History Hike and Volunteer Thank You](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/january-6-statehood-day-history-hike-and-volunteer-thank-you/) - New Mexico Statehood Day, Saturday, January 6, 2024, will be recognized at Historic Fairview Cemetery with a thank you event for our many volunteers.
- [November 11 Veterans Day Observations and Cemetery Stories](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/november-11-veterans-day-observations-and-cemetery-stories/) - On Saturday, November 11, 2023, two events will be held at Historic Fairview Cemetery, located at 700 Yale Blvd. SE, to honor U.S. veterans.
- [July 8: Volunteer Clean Up](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/july-8-volunteer-clean-up/) - Join us on Saturday, July 8 at 8:00 a.m. for our monthly volunteer clean up activities at Historic Fairview Cemetery. Painting, weeding and mulching this time!
- [April 30: Vintage Hats Tea Party in the Cemetery](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/april-30-vintage-hats-tea-party-in-the-cemetery/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery invites you to a tea party fundraising event for Grave Marker Restoration/Preservation at the cemetery.
- [2022 Annual Report from the Board](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/2022-annual-report-from-the-board/) - Here's a report from the nonprofit organization for Historic Fairview Cemetery on the accomplishments achieved during 2022
- [July 30: Support the Cemetery with a Barnes & Noble Purchase](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/july-30-support-the-cemetery-with-a-barnes-noble-purchase/) - Support Historic Fairview Cemetery by purchasing books and other materials from the Barnes & Noble in Coronado Center on Saturday, July 30, 2022.
- [January 6: Statehood Day and Bernard Shandon Rodey](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/january-6-statehood-day-and-bernard-shandon-rodey/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery is the final resting place of Bernard Shandon Rodey, who had enormous influence on New Mexico's statehood and education system.
- [Albert Exter Loop Named in Historic Fairview Cemetery](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/albert-exter-loop-named-in-historic-fairview-cemetery/) - Albert Exter Loop was named in honor of a remarkable funeral director who made numerous contributions to improving life and death in Albuquerque.
- [Veterans Day Self-Guided Tour at Historic Fairview Cemetery](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/veterans-day-self-guided-tour-at-historic-fairview-cemetery/) - Find out about veterans buried in Historic Fairview Cemetery and their connection to U.S. wars and service to the country on this self-guided tour.
- [November 11 Veterans Day Observances](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/november-11-veterans-day-observations/) - Veterans Day observations will be held at Historic Fairview Cemetery on Friday, November 11, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. with speakers and self tour of notable graves.
- [Victorian Halloween Cemetery Picnic](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/victorian-halloween-cemetery-picnic/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery is holding a Victorian-style picnic on Sunday, October 30. Your $15 contribution provides a sugar skull T-shirt and scavenger hunt.
- [September 3 Next 1st Saturday Clean Up](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/september-3-next-1st-saturday-clean-up/) - The first Saturday of each month, volunteers come to Historic Fairview Cemetery to clean the grounds, spread mulch, and appreciate this local treasure.
- [August 11: Cemetery Stories at Historic Fairview Cemetery](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/august-11-cemetery-stories-at-historic-fairview-cemetery/) - Cemetery Stories returns to Historic Fairview Cemetery on August 11, 2022 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Come to the cemetery at dusk for a story slam and history!
- [Restoring Historic Fairview Cemetery Monuments with Jon Appell](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/restoring-historic-fairview-cemetery-monuments-with-jon-appell/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery is hosting a free workshop with noted gravestone and monuments conservator Jonathan Appell on June 13, 2022, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- [Get Your T-Shirt Here!](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/get-your-t-shirt-here/) - Support Historic Fairview Cemetery by purchasing a new 100% cotton T-shirt with our logo! Sizes range from small to XXL. $20 plus shipping to get yours today.
- [Historic Fairview Cemetery 2022 Memorial Day History Tour](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/historic-fairview-cemetery-2022-memorial-day-history-tour/) - Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., learn about Albuquerque history through Historic Fairview Cemetery’s permanent residents.
- [May 7 Clean Up.  FREE Sunshine and Exercise!](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/may-7-clean-up-free-sunshine-and-exercise/) - Volunteer for a Good Cause Please volunteer to help keep Historic Fairview Cemetery clean and "green." Every month, on the first Saturday of the month, volunteers come to the cemetery and wrangle weeds, pick up trash, and appreciate this local historical treasure. Sign up through this event link for Albuquerque's Historic Fairview Cemetery Meetup Group!
- [NEW MEXICO’S NIGHTINGALE – CLAUDE ALBRIGHT](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/new-mexicos-nightingale-claude-albright/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery is the final resting place of many notable people, including early 20th century opera singer Claude Albright.
- [April 2 Volunteer Clean Up and Mulching!](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/april-2-volunteer-clean-up-and-mulching/) - Volunteer to come help clean and mulch Historic Fairview Cemetery, Albuquerque's outdoor history museum, the first Saturday of the month.
- [Historic Fairview Cemetery Board Honored with Philanthropy Award](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/historic-fairview-cemetery-board-honored-with-philanthropy-award/) - The Board of Historic Fairview Cemetery is being recognized by Albuquerque Business First's 2022 Philanthropy Awards for Best Boards.
- [A Remarkable Woman: Tabytha Watson](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/a-remarkable-woman-tabytha-watson/) - Tabytha Watson is one of many notable people buried in Historic Fairview Cemetery who have impacted the growth and development of Albuquerque and New Mexico.
- [Headstones to be Restored at Historic Fairview Cemetery](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/headstones/) - Headstones at Historic Fairview Cemetery are being re-set thanks to generous donations to the nonprofit organization.
- [Veterans Day Observations](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/veterans-day-observations/) - There are Rough Riders, Buffalo Soldiers, Confederate soldiers, and two sections of veterans interred in Historic Fairview Cemetery.
- [Videos of Historians’ Stories on Veterans Day 2021](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/videos-of-historians-stories-on-veterans-day-2021/) - On Veterans Day 2021, several historians told stories about the Civil War, the Indian Wars, the Spanish American War, and World War II, all represented by people buried in Historic Fairview Cemetery.
- [Memorial Day Tours 2021](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/memorial-day-tours-2021/) - While there are approximately 12,000 burial sites in the historic cemetery, fewer than 6,000 have markers.

## Pages

- [Where Albuquerque's Past Comes to Life](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery is the resting place of approximately 12,000 people, each a part of the history of Albuquerque and New Mexico. Many of the city's early founders, notable citizens, civic leaders and citizens are buried here. Board President and Historian, Susan Drake Schwartz, has researched and written bios of many of the souls at Historic Fairview Cemetery. You can find the stories linked from The Community of Historic Fairview Facebook page
- [Donate](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/donate/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery is a non-profit 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your tax deductible donation directly contributes to the rehabilitation and preservation of these historic grounds.
- [About](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/about/) - Back in November of 1882, a letter was written by Elias Stover and printed in the Albuquerque Morning Journal, informing the Board of Trade Association that individuals were burying their friends along the side of a sand hill which was never intended to be a cemetery.
- [Contact](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/contact/) - 700 Yale Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106 (Enter through the main gate of Fairview Memorial Park) Open to the public during daylight hours, seven days a week
- [Historic Fairview Cemetery Board](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/board/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ width=”100%” height=”1000px” custom_padding=”49px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”69%” max_width=”1150px” min_height=”710.5px” height=”1000px” max_height=”1000px” custom_margin=”-49px|auto|1px|auto|false|false” custom_padding=”119px|||0px||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ text_font=”Merriweather||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ header_font=”|–et_global_heading_font_weight|||||||” header_font_size=”44px” header_line_height=”2em” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”146%” min_height=”957.1px” custom_margin=”-116px|-108px||||” custom_padding=”94px|0px||||” hover_enabled=”0″ inline_fonts=”Merriweather,Clicker Script,IM Fell English,Joti One,Abel” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Historic Fairview Cemetery Board Members and Stewards
- [Honoring Our Past Through Community Effort](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/get-involved/) - Historic Fairview Cemetery is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We welcome volunteers for cemetery clean ups, host special events throughout the year.
- [HFC News and Events](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/hfc-news-and-events/) - Check back often for upcoming events and activities at the Historic Fairview Cemetery. True, almost all the locals are dead, but it is still one hell of lively place.
- [Shop](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/shop/)
- [Map and Self Guided Tour](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/map-and-self-guided-tour/) - Take a Tour! Use this map to explore Historic Fairview Cemetery. We are open seven days a week during daylight hours. Enter through Fairview Memorial Park gate.
- [Cart](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/cart/)

## Products

- [2026 Victorian Tea - Child](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/product/2026-victorian-tea-child/) - Victorian Tea Party Adult Admission Step Back in Time for a Delightful Afternoon! Enjoy Tea & Scrumptious Delights - Engaging Speakers, Corn Hole Game, Raffle Prizes and Silent Auction!
- [2026 Victorian Tea Raffle - Single or Bundle](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/product/2026-victorian-tea-bundle-raffle/) - Purchase a single raffle ticket for $6 or three raffle tickets for $15! Purchaser will receive ticket(s) upon signing in at the event. Thank you for your incredible support of Historic Fairview Cemetery! Your raffle ticket purchase helps us make a difference! Good luck!
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## Categories

- [Cemetery News](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/category/cemetery-views/)
- [Nonprofit News](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/category/nonprofit-news/)
- [Cemetery History](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/category/cemetery-history/)
- [Notable Burials](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/category/notable-burials/)
- [Cemetery Events](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/category/cemetery-events/)
- [Cemetery Cleanup](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/category/cemetery-cleanup/)

## Tags

- [Historic Fairview Cemetery](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/historic-fairview-cemetery/)
- [Albuquerque](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/albuquerque/)
- [headstones](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/headstones/)
- [veterans](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/veterans/)
- [Veterans Day](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/veterans-day/)
- [history](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/history/)
- [nonprofit](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/nonprofit/)
- [philanthropy](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/philanthropy/)
- [black history](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/black-history/)
- [Mt. Olive Baptist Church](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/mt-olive-baptist-church/)
- [Tabytha Watson](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/tabytha-watson/)
- [volunteer](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/volunteer/)
- [Claude Albright](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/claude-albright/)
- [clean up](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/clean-up/)
- [t-shirt](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/t-shirt/)
- [Memorial Day](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/memorial-day/)
- [monument preservation](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/monument-preservation/)
- [cemetery history](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/cemetery-history/)
- [New Mexico Humanities Council](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/new-mexico-humanities-council/)
- [Cemetery Stories](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/cemetery-stories/)
- [story slam](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/story-slam/)
- [Barnes & Noble](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/barnes-noble/)
- [cemetery](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/cemetery/)
- [picnic](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/picnic/)
- [steampunk](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/steampunk/)
- [Victorian](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/victorian/)
- [Halloween](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/halloween/)
- [tour](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/tour/)
- [Albert Exter](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/albert-exter/)
- [funeral director](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/funeral-director/)
- [Board](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/board/)
- [Rodey](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/rodey/)
- [New Mexico](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/new-mexico/)
- [tea party](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/tea-party/)
- [hats](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/hats/)
- [Buffalo Soldiers](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/buffalo-soldiers/)
- [statehood](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/statehood/)
- [hike](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/hike/)
- [Black History Month](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/black-history-month/)
- [African Americans](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/african-americans/)
- [tea](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/tea/)
- [Memorial](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/memorial/)
- [Wome's history](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/womes-history/)
- [legacy](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/tag/legacy/)

## Product categories

- [Events](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/product-category/events/)
- [T-Shirts](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/product-category/t-shirts/)

## Product tags

- [t-shirt](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/product-tag/t-shirt/)
- [2026 Victorian tea](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/product-tag/2026-victorian-tea/)
- [adult ticket](https://historicfairviewcemeteryabq.org/product-tag/adult-ticket/)