House, NM
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About House
- • Singer and guitarist, Shorty Ashford, was born and raised near House, NM.
- • The 'House Blend' coffee, known for its robust flavor, originated from a local farm.
- • The Fort Sumner Cutoff of the Pecos Valley Route spurred its early growth.
- • Local lore speaks of a hidden gold mine near House, never successfully found.
- • A major drought in the 1950s devastated local agriculture and forced many to leave.
- • Named after postmaster James House, the town was established in 1906.
- • With under 50 residents, its population is less than a small apartment building.
- • At 4,757 feet, its elevation provides sweeping views of the surrounding mesas.
- • Agriculture, particularly ranching, is the primary economic activity.
- • House offers a quiet, reflective vibe, a place of vast skies and open spaces.
- • The Albuquerque Isotopes, a minor league baseball team, are the closest pro team.
- • Nearby Fort Sumner was the site of Billy the Kid's death and burial.