Historical Marker
Black Jack’s Hideout
In Turkey Creek Canyon near here, the outlaw gang of Thomas “Black Jack” Ketchum had one of its hideouts. After a train robbery in July 1899, a posse surprised the gang at the hideout. The outlaws scattered after a bloody battle, and the Ketchum gang was broken up.
New Mexico has a unique cuisine that blends Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences. Some of the state's most famous dishes include green chili stew, enchiladas, and sopapillas.