Aldo Leopold Neighborhood Historic District
a.k.a. Huning Place Addition
105-135 Fourteenth St., SW, Albuquerque, NMThe Huning Place addition, platted in 1913, was the first subdivision in Albuquerque. It was developed between 1913 and 1919, and features Craftsman/Bungalow style houses.
Platted in 1913 as the first subdivided portion of 400-acre Franz Huning estate that straddled the western boundary of the Original Townsite of New Albuquerque; the northernmost block of the three-block Huning Place Addition was lined with residences by 1920.
Constructed within a period of just six years, all of the houses lining the one hundred block of South Fourteenth Street embodied a modest variety of the elements associated with the Craftsman/Bungalow style. Complementing their uniformity of stylistic details were their immediate surroundings, a landscape comprised of contiguous front yard lawns with flowerbeds and shade trees and small back yard gardens, orchards and grapevines. This composition in which Craftsman/Bungalow style houses on standardized suburban lots were surrounded with a verdant landscape represented an idealization of
the Craftsman movement as its proponents reacted to the industrialization of the era. While many contemporary
neighborhoods also reflected efforts to achieve a natural setting, the Huning Place Addition was notably successful. In part, because of its location and the attitudes toward nature embraced by its early residents, including Aldo Leopold, then an employee of the United States Forest Service. The result was that the district assumed, and now retains, the appearance of the ideal Craftsman/Bungalow neighborhood, a character that its current residents seek to maintain. Illustrative of patterns of suburban growth in Albuquerque during the 1910s, with its houses embracing variations on the Craftsman/Bungalow style, and with its association with Aldo Leopold during its period of significance.
Local significance of the district:
Constructed within a period of just six years, all of the houses lining the one hundred block of South Fourteenth Street embodied a modest variety of the elements associated with the Craftsman/Bungalow style. Complementing their uniformity of stylistic details were their immediate surroundings, a landscape comprised of contiguous front yard lawns with flowerbeds and shade trees and small back yard gardens, orchards and grapevines. This composition in which Craftsman/Bungalow style houses on standardized suburban lots were surrounded with a verdant landscape represented an idealization of
the Craftsman movement as its proponents reacted to the industrialization of the era. While many contemporary
neighborhoods also reflected efforts to achieve a natural setting, the Huning Place Addition was notably successful. In part, because of its location and the attitudes toward nature embraced by its early residents, including Aldo Leopold, then an employee of the United States Forest Service. The result was that the district assumed, and now retains, the appearance of the ideal Craftsman/Bungalow neighborhood, a character that its current residents seek to maintain. Illustrative of patterns of suburban growth in Albuquerque during the 1910s, with its houses embracing variations on the Craftsman/Bungalow style, and with its association with Aldo Leopold during its period of significance.
Community Planning And Development; Architecture
Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 2002.
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New Mexico was one of the last territories to become a state, gaining statehood in 1912. Before that, it had been part of the Spanish Empire, Mexico, and the United States Territory of New Mexico.
About Bernalillo County
Bernalillo County Timeline
Bernalillo County, located in the central part of the U.S. state of New Mexico, has a rich and diverse history that dates back thousands of years. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Tiwa and Tanoan people, who lived off the land and established settlements along the Rio Grande.
In 1540, Spanish explorer Francisco Vásquez de Coronado led an expedition into what is now Bernalillo County. The Spanish established several missions and settlements in the region, including the Alameda Mission and the village of Alburquerque (later renamed Albuquerque). These early settlements laid the foundation for the region's future development.
During the 19th century, Bernalillo County experienced significant growth with the arrival of American pioneers and traders. The region became an important trading post along the historic Santa Fe Trail, further connecting it to the expanding western frontier. In 1851, Bernalillo County was officially established as one of the original nine counties in the newly formed New Mexico Territory.
Bernalillo County played a significant role during the Mexican-American War and the American Civil War. It served as a strategic location for both sides, as the Rio Grande acted as a natural barrier. The county saw battles, skirmishes, and military engagements, leaving a lasting impact on the region.
In the 20th century, Bernalillo County continued to grow and develop, becoming an important center for government, commerce, and culture in New Mexico. Today, the county is home to the vibrant city of Albuquerque, which is the state's largest city and the cultural, economic, and political hub of the region. Bernalillo County's rich history can be seen through its diverse architectural styles, cultural traditions, and landmarks that reflect the people who have called this area home throughout the centuries.
In 1540, Spanish explorer Francisco Vásquez de Coronado led an expedition into what is now Bernalillo County. The Spanish established several missions and settlements in the region, including the Alameda Mission and the village of Alburquerque (later renamed Albuquerque). These early settlements laid the foundation for the region's future development.
During the 19th century, Bernalillo County experienced significant growth with the arrival of American pioneers and traders. The region became an important trading post along the historic Santa Fe Trail, further connecting it to the expanding western frontier. In 1851, Bernalillo County was officially established as one of the original nine counties in the newly formed New Mexico Territory.
Bernalillo County played a significant role during the Mexican-American War and the American Civil War. It served as a strategic location for both sides, as the Rio Grande acted as a natural barrier. The county saw battles, skirmishes, and military engagements, leaving a lasting impact on the region.
In the 20th century, Bernalillo County continued to grow and develop, becoming an important center for government, commerce, and culture in New Mexico. Today, the county is home to the vibrant city of Albuquerque, which is the state's largest city and the cultural, economic, and political hub of the region. Bernalillo County's rich history can be seen through its diverse architectural styles, cultural traditions, and landmarks that reflect the people who have called this area home throughout the centuries.
Bernalillo County Timeline
This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Bernalillo County, New Mexico.
- 1692: Bernalillo County established as part of New Spain's Santa Ana Pueblo land grant.
- 1821: Mexico gains independence from Spain, and Bernalillo County becomes part of the Republic of Mexico.
- 1848: Bernalillo County is ceded to the United States as part of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, ending the Mexican-American War.
- 1852: Bernalillo County officially organized as a county within the New Mexico Territory.
- 1880: Completion of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway line through Bernalillo County stimulates growth and development in the region.
- 1902: The county seat is moved from Albuquerque to nearby Los Ranchos.
- 1930: The county seat is moved back to Albuquerque due to the city's rapid growth and importance.
- 1960s: Bernalillo County experiences significant population growth as a result of urbanization and suburban development.
- 2000s: Bernalillo County implements various initiatives to promote economic development, community engagement, and sustainable growth.