Posted in New Mexico May 04, 2020 by

Rare Vintage Footage From The 1940s Shows You Every Part Of New Mexico

New Mexico has increasingly become a popular location for filming. We’ve been seeing the state’s landscape featured in various films and TV shows recently, such as “Hostiles” and “Better Call Saul.”

We’re aware that these uncertain times are limiting many aspects of life as we all practice social and physical distancing. While we’re continuing to feature destinations that make our state wonderful, we don’t expect or encourage you to go check them out immediately. We believe that supporting local attractions is important now more than ever and we hope our articles inspire your future adventures! And on that note, please nominate your favorite local business that could use some love right now: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/nominate/
Today, we're going to pay tribute to that film history with a look at an early educational film showing just how enchanting New Mexico can be, from its striking landscapes to its growing cities and towns.
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Not many details exist about the film series, which documented life in various states and countries around the world.
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This particular film was shot and produced in 1947 and was even available in color. You can find and download a copy of the film at The Travel Film Archive.
The website notes the filmmaker, Carl Dudley, produced hundreds of "travel adventures."
Travel Film Archive/Youtube
Among these was this film series, created as educational films. These documented incredible places that most Americans at the time could only dream to see.
For example, you'll get to see the bustling life happening in downtown Albuquerque...
Travel Film Archive/Youtube
...or experience the timeless beauty of White Sands National Monument through a tourist walk near Alamogordo.
Travel Film Archive/Youtube
You'll also get to take a peek at common industries during the time, such as mining, ranching, and farming.
Travel Film Archive/Youtube
...and get a brief taste of the various cultures found around the state.
Travel Film Archive/Youtube
For example, they mention the Inter-Tribal Ceremonial in Gallup as an attraction to see, as well as highlighting New Mexico's history with a look at pueblos and its Hispanic heritage.

Check out the full footage below!

That’s amazing, isn’t it? If you do want to continue down memory lane, you can take a peek at some photos featured in a recent article. Read more in Stroll Down Memory Lane With A Peek At What Life In New Mexico Looked Like 50 Years Ago.

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