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Title: Secret Albuquerque: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure
Author: Ashley M. Biggers
Size: 6 x 9
Binding: Softcover
Pages: 224
ISBN: 9781681062570
Price: $20.95
Where in Albuquerque can you find accidentally dropped nuclear weapons, Microsoft’s first office, or the remains of an amusement park dedicated to comic book character Red Ryder? Why does Albuquerque have a grave for a fictional character and where do people play in a “maggot pit”? Where can you sleep in a spy’s former home, spot an “Arroyosaurus,” or walk among monumental origami? And where exactly can you eat a seven-pound burrito? You’ll find the answers to these questions, and many others, in this guide to the Duke City’s overlooked, offbeat, and unknown.
Secret Albuquerque profiles the city’s best-kept restaurant secrets, most fascinating museums, and oddest works of art. It shines a light on little-known aspects of local culture and reveals the secrets behind beloved Albuquerque landmarks. You’ll discover where the Mercury Astronauts received their pre-mission physicals (even female astronauts), learn how a former brothel became a bed-and-brew, and uncover the deeds and misdeeds of a famed archaeologist.
Written by Burqueña and local author Ashley M. Biggers, Secret Albuquerque offers a new way to explore the Duke City. It’s your guide to uncovering hidden histories of places you thought you knew and discovering off-the-beaten-path attractions you can visit today.
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How Many Have You Done? – New Mexico Marketplace
Think you’ve seen it all? Whether you’re a native Albuquerquean looking to mark another local experience off your bucket list or an out-of-towner in search of a few vacation ideas, let this new third edition of 100 Things to Do
“100 Things to Do in Albuquerque Before You Die” Released – Los Alamos Daily Post
Albuquerque may be known for Route 66 and its famous green chili, but there’s much more to know—and love—about this lively city. Whether you’re a native Albuquerquean looking to mark another local experience off your “bucket list” or an out-of-towner
Local author creates book profiling interesting places around Albuquerque – KOAT7
There are many secrets of Albuquerque, so many that local author Ashley Biggers wrote a book about them.
Show 686 – Secret Albuquerque! – 10 Drink Minimum
We have on Ashley M. Biggers on the show! Author of the book Secret Albuquerque: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure! It's a really great book that shows off some of the amazing hidden gems that our city
Secret Albuquerque: Interview with Ashley M. Biggers – City on the Edge Podcast
Ty chats with author and journalist Ashley Biggers about her new book, Secret Albuquerque.
Discover some of the weird, wonderful, and obscure with ‘Secret Albuquerque’ – New Mexico Living
Albuquerque is full of hidden gems, some even life-long New Mexicans may not know about. Fortunately, author Ashley M. Biggers has created a road map of sorts to find all of our city’s diamonds throughout the urban desert.
The Q Is for Quirky – New Mexico Magazine
Sure, you’ve been to Old Town and the Balloon Fiesta. But you haven’t experienced Albuquerque until you hit Tingley Beach, discover the Arroyosaurus, and see these other off-the-radar sites.
Field Trip Through Albuquerque – alibi
Fortunately, the Weekly Alibi has found 10 Albuquerque locations to get students young and old started with the help of local author Ashley Biggers’ new book Secret Albuquerque: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure.
What’s Up ABQ: Ashley M. Biggers & “Secret Albuquerque” – What’s Up ABQ
So you're a Burqueno. Or maybe you consider yourself an ABQ expert. Sure, you say you know all the spots and local secrets
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