East Mountain Historical Society  |  Tijeras, NM

The East Mountain Historical Society (EMHS) is a group dedicated to preserving and documenting history in the Sandia, Manzano, and Manzanita Mountain towns and villages east of Albuquerque, New Mexico, including portions of Route 66 and the historic Turquoise Trail.

As reflected in our logo, we also are dedicated to preserving “la cultura de las montañas” – the culture of the mountains. 

This area of interest includes the villages of Tijeras, Carnuel, San Antonio, San Antonito, Cañoncito, Sedillo, Cedro, Juan Tomas, Yrisarri, Escobosa, and Chilili, as well as surrounding areas that have family or historic ties to these towns and villages. 

Established in 1992, the mission of the East Mountain Historical Society is to:

Collect historical data pertaining to the East Mountains.
Conserve, preserve, and protect historic buildings, archaeological sites, and historically significant landscapes.  
Enhance public appreciation and understanding of East Mountain history and culture.