In proof of which the traveler today may see the painting in the old church at Acoma.[37]
Laguna’s principal public fiesta is held annually on September 18, and adds to the usual ceremonies of the saint’s day at a pueblo the features of a country fair, for the Lagunas are notable agriculturists. The Mission church interior at Laguna, by the way, possesses features of interest in the way of Indian decoration and ancient Spanish paintings, particularly those of the altar done on stretched hide. Visitors may be accommodated in Indian houses, if they court that experience, or at the residence of a Protestant missionary near by. The National Old Trails transcontinental highway passes the pueblo.
CHAPTER VI
TO ZUÑI, THE CENTER OF THE EARTH, VIA GALLUP
Gallup, New Mexico, has never made much of a stir as a tourist center, but like many a spot of modest pretensions, it is deserving beyond its gettings. As an example of the “city beautiful” it is not, in my judgment, a success; but as a base and a fitting-out point for some of the most interesting parts of the Southwest, it is to be heartily commended.[38] Particularly is this so now that the motor car has so largely supplanted the horse-drawn vehicle for excursions afield. There are comfortable hotel accommodations and there are Harvey meals obtainable.
BEAD MAKER, ZUÑI PUEBLO
Necklaces of flat, round beads made from sea shells form a common adornment of Pueblo Indians.
A STREET IN ACOMA PUEBLO
The ladders afford means of access to the upper stories.