Farmington

Farmington has a rich Native American
History

Events

Road Apple Rally mountain bike race - first Saturday in October. Begun in 1981, the rally has both 18 and 30 mile courses, with both amateurs and pros participating.
The Connie Mack World Series - Every August. Considered the finest tournament in amateur baseball, Connie Mack Little World Series features baseball teams from America, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Many future major leaguers have hailed from the ranks of the 16-18 year old participants.

History

Farmington rests at the confluence of 3 rivers

For nearly 2,000 years, Farmington has been home to various Native American tribes, including the Navajo, Jicarilla Apache, Ute, and Hopi nations. The town itself did not begin to develop until the 1870’s, when settlers congregated at the confluence of the Animas, La Plata and San Juan Rivers. The rich farm and ranch land gave birth to the town’s first moniker, “Farmingtown”. By 1901, the “w” was dropped, and Farmington was incorporated. At the turn of the century and into the early 1900’s, apples were a staple crop of area farmers. But, oil and gas were to be the economic staples of the area. Natural gas was found in 1921, and oil followed in 1922, with the first commercial oil well in New Mexico established in September of that year. Although Farmington is no longer the leading oil and gas producer in the state, the industry remains an essential part of the cities economy.

Culture

The Farmington Museum

The Farmington Museum -The museum features exhibits on the history of the Navajo Indians of the area, a replica of a 1930’s trading post, as well as exhibits on the oil and gas industries. 3041 E. Main Street in Farmington, NM.

Lions Wilderness Park Amphitheatre - A beautiful sandstone amphitheater, hosting local outdoor theater in the summer months. Located in Lions Wilderness Park off College Drive.

The Totah Theater

Totah Theater - The 1948 movie theater has been newly refurbished, and hosts various cultural events. You can’t miss its 40’s style marquee as it welcomes you in! 315 W. Main St.

For more information on Farmington, go to the Farmington Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Farmington city official website.

Contact:
Elizabeth Isenberg
Farmington Downtown Assn.
800 Municipal Drive
Farmington, NM 87401
Phone: 505.599.1419