National New Mexico Day
June 14, Saturday
New Mexico
When is it celebrated?
The holiday is celebrated annually on June 14.
Purpose of the holiday
National New Mexico Day was created to:
* Highlight the cultural identity of the state.
* Pay tribute to historical events related to New Mexico.
* Promote the state's tourist and natural attractions.
* Recognize the contributions of local communities, art, and cuisine to American culture.
How to celebrate the holiday
Residents and fans of New Mexico can celebrate this day by:
* Visiting landmarks such as White Sands, Carlsbad Caverns, or Santa Fe.
* Participating in cultural events, fairs, and festivals if they occur on this day.
* Preparing traditional New Mexican dishes — for example, enchiladas with green or red chile.
* Posting photos of New Mexico’s nature, architecture, or food on social media with the hashtag #NationalNewMexicoDay.
* Learning about the history and culture of Native peoples such as Navajo, Pueblo, and Apache.
Interesting facts about New Mexico
* New Mexico became the 47th state of the USA on January 6, 1912.
* The state is famous for its landscape — from high mountains to deserts.
* It is home to the world’s first atomic test site — the Trinity Site.
* Santa Fe is one of the oldest state capitals in the USA and known as a center of art and architecture.
* New Mexico is one of the few states with four official languages (English, Spanish, Navajo, and sign language).