New Mexico became the 47th state on January 6, 1912. Santa Fe is the state capital. There are currently 33 counties each with a courthouse.
Click on a county below to learn more:
New Mexico Court of Appeals – Albuquerque
Highest Point – Wheeler Peak ( 13,167 feet ) is located in Taos County.
Lowest Point – Red Bluff Reservoir ( 5,701 feet ) is located in Eddy County.
Oldest Courthouse - Union County (1910)
Oldest Former Courthouse - Lincoln County (1874)
State Capitol – Santa Fe
Governor Mansion – Santa Fe