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Bernalillo County Information

General Information

Situated in the central New Mexico, Bernalillo County stretches from the East Mountain area (just north of the Sandia Mountains) to the Volcano Cliffs on the west mesa. Almost 1,200 square miles, Bernalillo County weighs in with a population of over 550,000, including the City of Albuequerque.

Bernalillo County Government is committed to meeting the needs of its population, diverse and rich in history and culture. Division maintains over 700 miles of roads, trails, thoroughfares and storm sewers. The government service division also administers Parks and Recreation, Environmental health, as well as Building, Planning and Zoning. Public Safety functions include Fire and Rescue, adult and juvenile detention centers and emergency communications.

With a population of over 550,000 throughout the county, Bernalillo is a thriving community, dedicated to making their home the best it can be in living, working and enjoying their lives. Plan a visit to our Aquarium, the Annual Santa Fe Market or one of the Museums and you’ll see what we mean. Three hundred days of sunshine a year are just perfect for a visit anytime. Join us, you’ll have a great time – before you know it, you’ll be looking for a Realtor to find your new home!

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Bernalillo County History and Structure

Dividing counties in New Mexico can be traced back to the time of Mexican rule, 1837 to be exact, when two districts were created. In 1844, New Mexico was re-divided into three districts which were then even further subdivided into areas that are actually very similar to today’s county. In 1912, when New Mexico joined the Union, the law making power of the state was vested in the legislature. Bernalillo County gains its power from the state’s constitution, with counties subject to the will of the legislature. Bernalillo County has a Commission/Manager form of government that delegates most of the day to day activities to the County Manager, with the county employing 1500 full and part time employees.

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Bernalillo County Nearby Attractions & Activities

The 89th Annual Santa Fe Indian Market

Produced by the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) the Santa Fe Indian Market is the largest cultural event in New Mexico, attracting 100,000 visitors to Santa Fe annually. For almost 90 years, the Indian Market has been the place to go for authentic Native American artwork and an educational resource for their art and culture. With over 100 tribes represented, SWAIA and the market captures the essence of Native American art. Come enjoy art, symposiums, films, and more, learning about the Native American heritage.

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Albuquerque Aquarium

Take a journey down the Rio Grande from Albuquerque to its mouth at the Gulf of Mexico and see everything from eel tunnels to seahorses as well as the 285,000 gallon ocean tank where sharks swim along brilliantly colored reef fish.

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KiMo Theatre

The KiMo Theatre is a rare example of the flamboyant, short lived architectural style that mixed the style of Art Deco with the Native American cultures. “Pueblo Deco” was built during a time when communities all around the country were building movie palaces to appease their movie mad residents, based on buildings they’d seen like palatial mosques and Chinese pavilions.

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New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science

The mission of the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is to foster an understanding and appreciation of the diverse natural history and physical sciences of New Mexico and the Southwest for the benefit of residents of, and visitors to, New Mexico. The Museum provides educational experiences and promotes scientific inquiry through focused collections, research, public programs and exhibitions.

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Rio Grande Zoo

The Rio Grande Zoo will thrill you with close encounters with over 250 species of exotic and native animals. Seal or sea lions, gorillas or chimpanzees, polar bears or tamarins, the zoo founded in 1927 is something to see. State of the art exhibit design and beautiful landscaping creating naturalistic habitats for the animals will enhance your experience.

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Events Calendar

For more information about attractions and activities in New Mexico, visit: http://www.newmexico.org

There’s something going on year round in Bernalillo County for everyone to do, for a complete listing of events, please visit: http://www.bernco.gov/live/calendar.asp
To learn more about Bernalillo County and its cities, visit: http://www.bernco.gov/live/