Discover the artistic treasures hidden along the picturesque roadways of the Northern Rio Grande National Heritage Area (NRGNHA), weaving through the enchanting counties of Santa Fe, Rio Arriba and Taos in Northern New Mexico. These regions boast a rich history and cultural heritage, encapsulated in the art that beckons visitors from all corners of the world.

Leopoldo Romero, a fifth-generation native hailing from the Village of Agua Fria in Santa Fe County, found solace in art as a refuge from the bullying he endured during his school days due to learning disabilities. His journey led him to pursue a formal art education at East Los Angeles College, where he focused solely on his craft. Many of his commissions feature historical themes, compelling statements and murals that narrate the stories of the past.