Near Albuquerque in Bernalillo County, New Mexico — The American Mountains (Southwest)
Doña Dolores “Lola” Chávez de Armijo
(1858-1929)
— New Mexico Historic Women Marker Initiative —
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, July 22, 2011
1. Doña Dolores “Lola” Chávez de Armijo Marker
In 1912, State Librarian Lola Chávez de Armijo filed a gender discrimination law suit after the governor sought to replace her by court order, claiming that as a woman, she was unqualified to hold office under the constitution and laws of New Mexico. The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled in her favor and legislation followed, thereafter allowing women to hold appointed office.
New Mexico Historic Women Marker Initiative
The New Mexico Historic Women Marker Initiative was founded in 2005 by members of the New Mexico Women's Forum in a statewide effort to recognize women's contributions to New Mexico history on the state's Official Scenic Historic Markers. The Initiative ensures that women's diverse histories will be remembered and told, and will inspire and provide a guide for future generations. The 2006 Legislature funded the project.
Erected by New Mexico Historic Preservation Division.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Civil Rights • Hispanic Americans • Women. In addition, it is included in the New Mexico Women’s Historic Marker Initiative series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1912.
Location. 35° 12.043′ N, 106° 30.864′
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. The Green Chair at Santa Fe Ski Basin (approx. 2.1 miles away); Doña Elena Gallegos / Elena Gallegos Land Grant (approx. 3.6 miles away); Wild at Heart (approx. 4½ miles away); The View from the Top (approx. 4½ miles away); Sandia Peak Ski Area (approx. 4.6 miles away); Ben and Pat Abruzzo (approx. 4.6 miles away); Alameda (approx. 5.4 miles away); Corrales (approx. 6.1 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Albuquerque.
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, July 22, 2011
2. Doña Dolores “Lola” Chávez de Armijo Marker
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, July 22, 2011
3. Doña Dolores “Lola” Chávez de Armijo Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on November 29, 2020. It was originally submitted on July 31, 2011, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 2,832 times since then and 92 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 31, 2011, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
