The Amistad Gymnasium is a historic gymnasium located in Amistad, New Mexico. The gymnasium was proposed in 1935 by the Works Progress Administration; construction was completed in 1937. The WPA built many gymnasiums in rural New Mexico during the Great Depression, as these projects provided jobs and a community meeting place to residents. The gymnasium in Amistad was no different, as it created roughly 50 construction jobs and hosted community dances, gatherings, and sporting events. The building has a Pueblo Revival style design with Art Deco influences, reflecting the WPA's tradition of incorporating local styles into modern designs. Two Zia sun symbols on the front of the building denote its year of completion.[2]
Amistad Gymnasium | |
 Amistad Gymnasium | |
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| Location | 0.5 mi. E of NM 402, Amistad, New Mexico |
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| Coordinates | 35°55′12″N 103°9′13″W / 35.92000°N 103.15361°W |
| Area | 1 acre (0.40 ha) |
| Built | 1937 |
| Built by | WPA |
| Architect | J. R. Islar |
| Architectural style | Mission/Spanish Revival |
| MPS | New Deal in New Mexico MPS |
| NRHP reference No. | 96000264[1] |
| NMSRCP No. | 1622 |
| Significant dates | |
| Added to NRHP | March 15, 1996 |
| Designated NMSRCP | January 26, 1996 |
The gymnasium was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1996.[3]
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References edit
- ^ "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
- ^ Kammer, David (September 30, 1995). "National Register of Historic Places Registration Form: Amistad Gymnasium". National Park Service. Retrieved October 23, 2014. Accompanied by photos.
- ^ "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
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