New Mexico became the 47th U.S. state on January 6, 1912. At Historic Fairview Cemetery, we have a number of notable “permanent residents” who made great contributions to New Mexico. On Saturday, January 6, 2024, you are invited to take a History Hike to...
New Mexico Statehood Day, Saturday, January 6, 2024, will be recognized at Historic Fairview Cemetery with a thank you event for the many volunteers who have helped improve the grounds. The public can also come for a walking tour to the graves of notable people buried...
Historic Fairview Cemetery is the final resting place of Bernard Shandon Rodey, who had enormous influence on New Mexico’s statehood and the development of higher education in the state. As January 6 is Statehood Day in New Mexico, here is some of Rodey’s... 
