City of Albuquerque Tricentennial Celebration Button
Manufacturer / Maker
Zia Graphics
(Albuquerque, New Mexico, founded 1963)
AssociationAssociated with
City of Albuquerque Tricentennial Celebration
(Albuquerque, New Mexico, 2005 - 2006)
Date2005
Mediummetal
Dimensions1 × 3/4 in. (2.5 × 1.9 cm)
ClassificationsDocumentary Artifact
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of the City of Albuquerque's Office of Economic Development
Object numberPC2006.6.1.1-2
DescriptionThis circular medal button has a thin contour encompassing a pattern. The top portion reads "City of Albuquerque" in etched lettering, contouring the circular shape of the pin. The center features A shield-like symbol encompassing elements that represent New Mexico's cultural history such as a cross and a bird. A ribbon shaped center sits beneath this reading "Tricentennial" in the etched lettering. In a smaller ribbon shape below the large one reads the dates "1706-2006," signifying Albuquerque's three-hundredth anniversary. The bottom portion reads "New Mexico" in etched lettering and circular contour following the border. In light of celebrating Albuquere's three-hundred years of establishment, the Tricentennial celebration took place, which lasted eighteen months, from April 23rd, 2005 to October 6th, 2006. Featuring festivities and events hosted by local organizations like the Albuquerque Aquarium, the Rio Grande Zoo and Botanical Garden, the South Broadway Cultural Center, and even the Albuquerque Museum. The celebration proved to be significantly impactful in the realms of commemorating Albuquerque's history and culture, community, attracting visitors to the city, and encouraging community engagement.On View
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