New Mexico History Museum:

University of New Mexico retired Distinguished Professor Dr. A. Gabriel Meléndez will discuss his new book “Citizens by Treaty”, which gathers works from Spanish-speaking people who became US citizens under the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 1.

What: In the book, “Citizens by Treaty: Texts by Hispanic New Mexicans, 1846–1925”, a selection of songs, poems, speeches, and journalism reflects the persistence of a vibrant culture in the face of upheaval and change. Dr. Meléndez will talk about his new book and the works produced by Spanish-speaking people of Mexican descent who became US citizens by virtue of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo (1848) and whose ancestors had resided in New Mexico, Arizona, California, Texas, and Colorado for hundreds of years prior to the Mexican American War. Meléndez will read selections from the book and discuss his research during the presentation.

Who: New Mexico History Museum

When: 5:30-6:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 1

Where: New Mexico History Museum, 113 Lincoln Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87501

Why: Dr. Meléndez’s new book, which is available in both English and Spanish, offers cultural and historical perspectives during a significant time of change in New Mexico and the surrounding Southwest states. This program takes place during the Palace Avenue First Friday Art Walk and is free to all visitors.