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The Albuquerque Historical Society (AHS) is a non-profit, membership organization of residents interested in promoting and preserving all matters relating to the history of Albuquerque, New Mexico and the surrounding communities. Founded in 1947 as the Old Town Historical Society, it originally focused on efforts to preserve the historic character of Old Town Albuquerque. Currently, AHS sponsors a series of monthly Programs and provides Educators with teacher resource guides. We also maintain a Speakers Bureau for primary and secondary schools, host a repository of Source Documents for education and research and honor individuals or group with Albuquerque History Accolades.
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See all- The Kubié family, Kurt’s Camera Corral and Jim Kubié’s Rail Yards PhotosAlbuquerque Museum of Art & History, Albuquerque, NM
Join us on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 2 p.m. as Roland Penttila shares rare photographs from Kurt’s Camera Corral and striking black-and-white images by Jim Kubié that capture Albuquerque railroad workers at their craft in 1971. This presentation offers a nostalgic glimpse into a beloved Nob Hill landmark and the skilled labor that once powered the city’s rail history.
For decades, Kurt’s Camera Corral thrived on Central Avenue in Nob Hill. It was a gathering place for those with an interest in the science and performance of photography in the film days. It’s now gone. Roland has images of the store’s interior that may bring back some memories. Kurt’s son, Jim, was bitten by the photography bug and became quite an accomplished candid image photographer. In 1971, he was granted complete access to the interior of one of the last working buildings on the campus. What has resulted are excellent, black-and-white images of Albuquerque workers using their skill, their hands and machines to repair the equipment that kept the railroad running.
The program will be held at the Albuquerque Museum at 2000 Mountain Road NW in Old Town. Parking is free in the lot south of the Museum. Admission to the Museum and the AHS program is also free.
