Historical Marker

Birthplace of Elizabeth Gutiérrez Garrett (1895-1947)

Elizabeth Gutiérrez Garrett wrote the words and music to “O, Fair New Mexico” adopted as New Mexico’s state song in 1917. A talented soprano and composer, Elizabeth performed her own songs in concerts across the country. Blind since childhood, Elizabeth served on the Board of Regents of the New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, where a residence hall now bears her name. She was the daughter of famed 19th-century lawman, Pat Garrett.