Mesilla Plaza

The central plaza features brick sidewalks, grassy areas, and a bandstand surrounded by territorial-style buildings from the 1850s along its perimeter.

Following the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848, Mexican citizens established Mesilla Plaza to maintain their culture after the northern territories became part of the United States.

The Basilica of San Albino, standing at the north end of the plaza since 1906, represents religious traditions with its yellow-brick structure and pyramid-topped belfries.

The plaza functions as a central meeting point for community events, offering access to restaurants, shops, and historical buildings throughout the year.

By the late 1860s, Mesilla Plaza anchored the largest settlement between San Antonio and San Diego, serving as a major stop on the Butterfield Overland Mail route.

Location: New Mexico

Inception: 1848

GPS coordinates: 32.27431,-106.79546

Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:45