Taylor Mesilla Historic Site Ft. Emily Wilson

About this episode

This episode features an interview with Emily Wilson about the Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site and its historical significance.

In our latest episode of Preserving History and Democracy, we sit down with Emily Wilson of the Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site to uncover the lives of J. Paul Taylor and Mary Daniels, and how their home became a living time capsule of Southern New Mexico history. From rich cultural artifacts to stories of community, art, and legacy—this episode brings the past to life in a powerful way. Hosted by: Caroline Zamora, Angelica Valenzuela and Cynthia Diaz Produced by: Cynthia Diaz, Jacob Slaughter Edited by: Jacob Slaughter

People in this episode

Hosts: Caroline Zamora, Angelica Valenzuela, Cynthia Diaz

Guest: Emily Wilson

Topics covered

• Southern New Mexico history
• cultural artifacts
• community stories
• art
• legacy

Keywords

• Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site
• J. Paul Taylor
• Mary Daniels
• Southern New Mexico
• cultural artifacts
• community
• history

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site

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