Old West Saloons in New Mexico | New Mexico PBS

A colorful history lesson about frontier New Mexico's unofficial town hall -- the saloon. This documentary travels back in time to profile three of New Mexicos most famous watering holes and the historical events that took place around and within them. The events that unfold help us better understand the history of New Mexico. We learn of mining and melodrama at the Buckhorn in Pinos Altos. We also learn about the Wild West gunfights that occurred at the infamous St. James Hotel in Cimarron and stories of the Mexican revolution featuring Benito Juarezs dramatic speech at the Double Eagle in Mesilla as he rallied Mexican exiles to join him in fighting for independence. IMAGES: http://bit.ly/dniwvv About NMPBS New Mexico PBS (NMPBS) is your trusted source for educational, cultural, and original content that reflects the unique spirit of New Mexico. From compelling local documentaries to in-depth reporting and community stories, NMPBS brings you programs that matter. 🌐 https://www.newmexicopbs.org/ 📺 More from NMPBS Explore more great content on our other channels:    / @nmpbs   – National PBS programs, local productions, and educational series    / @coloresaproductionofnmpbs   – Arts, culture, and creativity in New Mexico    / @nminfocus   – In-depth news, politics, and public affairs coverage 🔗 Connect with Us Instagram:   / nmpbs   Facebook:   / newmexicopbs   ❤️ Support Our Work Become a member and help us continue creating content for New Mexicans and beyond: Donate here → http://bit.ly/4lwfPfp