Camino al Norte: The Journey of Don Juan de Oñate
Arrival of Don Juan de Oñate at Paso del Norte, April 30, 1598, by José Cisneros. Image used by permission of artist.
In 1598, Juan de Oñate led the last great expedition from Mexico to establish a kingdom north of the Río Grande. Although de Oñate’s attempt to create a new Mexico failed, his expedition led directly to the establishment of roads, cities, and industries that are woven into the texture of the American Southwest.
Exhibition
Capturing scenes and sights along the Camino Real from its starting point in Central Mexico to its destination near Taos, New Mexico, Camino al Norte: The Journey of Don Juan de Oñate includes forty photographs of the Oñate Trail as we see it today, an outline map of the road, and overview text. Panel topics include:
- Mountains, towns, streams, and men, women, and children in southern Chihuahua
- Desert lakes, dunes, sunrise, and fog nearing Juarez
- Pass of the North, Mount Cristo Rey, and Mesilla Valley near El Paso
- Elephant Butte Reservoir, view of Albuquerque, and San Juan de los Caballeros
- Río Grande in the Rockies, Santa Fe Fiesta, Church at Acoma, and Inscription at El Morro
Camino al Norte is an exhibition by Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Exhibition Format
| Freestanding | |
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| Language | English, Spanish |
| Content | 4 double-sided panels (38” x 26”) 5 support legs (68” tall) |
| Space Requirements | 96 square feet of floor space ( 8’ x 12’) |
| Shipping Weight and Dimensions | Travels in 2 plastic cases:
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| Rental Fee* | $200 |
| Rental Period | 4 weeks |
*Rental fees are based primarily on the cost of shipping. Prices may vary based on current fuel surcharges or venue location within the state of Texas. Out-of-state rentals are priced on an individual basis. Please call for a rental fee quote specific to your venue.
Publicity Materials
Press release
Camino al Norte press release.
Publicity image
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Questions and Rental Information
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2013 Bookings to Date
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Don Juan de Oñate. Image used by permission of artist, José Cisneros.