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Since the 16th century, the Rio Grande has been diverted through irrigation ditches called acequias that nourish crops, trees, and homes. The book Acequias of Albuquerque takes readers on walks along these waterways, revealing how the land, its plants, and its animals remember their history and remain connected through water. Join Historian Joyce Salisbury for this lecture exploring the past and present of acequias.
Joyce Salisbury is Professor Emerita of medieval history who has written over 10 books, including religious history such as Perpetua’s Passion, Rome’s Christian Empress, and The First Christian Communities. She has also recorded four series of “Great Courses,” including the forthcoming “Mediterranean World. Salisbury is an award-winning lecturer who has appeared on PBS, the History Channel, and NPR.