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The Santa Fe 400th Anniversary will commemorate 400 years of culture from the establishment of the city as a "villa" in 1610 by the Spanish, through today. Proudly, that makes us the Oldest Capital City in the United States!
A number of cultures played key roles in Santa Fe's development:
Native Americans who settled long before 1610, Hispanic, European and African Americans of diverse backgrounds. These lives and stories have created a cross-cultural tapestry of interdependence that over time has made Santa Fe one of the most diverse and rich cultural communities in the world.
The commemoration will honor all of our cultures, heritage, legacies and lasting contributions, connecting the founding past with the promise of tomorrow.
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The Santa Fe 400th Anniversary, Inc., is a 501(c)-3 non-profit corporation created to design and produce the events and activities commemorating Santa Fe, New Mexico as the oldest Capital City in the United States.
New Mexico Governor, Bill Richardson understands the significance of the upcoming commemoration. "The 400th Anniversary of Santa Fe is an important event in New Mexico's history. As the country's oldest capital city, the City Different has a long and rich legacy of history and cultural heritage of which we are very proud. The upcoming events surrounding the 400th Anniversary will embody the state's commitment to honoring this history, and I look forward to being a part of the commemoration," said Richardson.
