1952 Stedman Pictorial Tourist Map of New Mexico

This is a 1952 Wilfred Stedman pictorial map of New Mexico.

A Closer Look

Vignettes highlight New Mexico's history and culture, including dancing Native Americans, a Spanish conquistador hiding behind a boulder, a covered wagon, and a group of outlaws on horseback in 'Billy the Kid Country'. Other vignettes promote modern life in New Mexico, such as ranching, while also emphasizing recreational activities, like fishing, skiing, and swimming. Important sites around the state, including Carlsbad Caverns National Park, Chaco Canyon National Monument, Aztec Ruins National Monument, and White Sands National Monument, have their own vignettes. Banners label cities and towns, including Santa Fe, Albuquerque, and Taos.

Publication History and Census

This map was drawn by Wilfred Stedman and published in 1952 by the New Mexico State Tourist Bureau. At least two editions of this map were published, with the first edition being published in 1946. This map is well represented in institutional collections.