I never thought I would be writing this but the amphitheater is actually going to be saved and my hands are literally shaking while I type this out. It feels completely surreal that we pulled this off even though I still have a million questions about the next steps and …
October 4, 2010
Final supporters
To:
The Honorable Chairman Joe Garciaand
The Governorsof the All Indian Pueblo Council
Everett Chavez, Superintendent, The Santa Fe Indian School
The Honorable Senator Jeff Bingaman
The Honorable Senator Tom Udall
Supporters worldwide of the Santa Fe Indian School Paolo Soleri Amphitheater are overjoyed with the recent offer of help extended to Santa Fe Indian School by Senators Udall and Bingaman. We are equally delighted with the positive response released July 19 by Superintendent Everett Chavez of the Santa Fe Indian School.
We urge the Santa Fe Indian School, Pueblo Governors and the Senators to now join together and develop a plan for the Amphitheater's preservation. We understand that the School's sovereignty is paramount, that its educational mission is admirable and that its management and maintenance concerns are legitimate. We believe all these issues can be resolved. Many among us have ideas and suggestions for the Amphitheater's future but can only now offer advocacy because there is no structure within which to proceed.
We respectfully request that you, our leaders, move immediately to establish a framework within which to work out the architectural, financial and managerial components of the Paolo Soleri Amphitheater's long, productive and joyful future.Essential is funding for the over $4.5 million in upgrades the Amphitheater requires, as well as an endowment for its operating costs.
Supporters of the Paolo Soleri Amphitheater at the Santa Fe Indian School.
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Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
September 25, 2010
September 23, 2010
I was just looking at the count and we are creeping up on that thousand mark which feels like a total fever dream honestly. If you could just ping one person who cares about architecture or local history right now maybe we can actually hit that milestone before the day is out because I have a feeling the office of the superintendent is finally starting to notice the noise we are making.
September 20, 2010
My inbox has been completely swamped lately with so many thoughtful notes about what this space meant to people back when it was active. It feels like the silence from the school is starting to get heavy but I am busy drafting follow up requests to make sure they know we are not going anywhere quietly.
Reached 100 supporters
August 25, 2010
58 Comments
This site holds memory and history of the Pueblos, several prominent schools, the music and entertainment industries, natives, and the city of Santa Fe....please don't demolish it. Do everything you can to preserve this treasure regardless of the outside world...it is a piece of our legacy.
A living gem of American architecture. There are ways to keep the maintenance costs down by partnering with the City of Santa Fe to host more events there.
Stumbled upon this amphitheater while writing my novel. I hope you succeed in saving the venue!
Wonderful and historic venue; Santa Fe needs this back!
Save our Soleri !
I grew up watching concerts here. It is a part of history. It is beautiful, and has amazing sound, and should be treasured rather than destroyed. Please.
Revitalize The Soleri!
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I never thought I would be writing this but the amphitheater is actually going to be saved and my hands are literally shaking while I type this out. It feels completely surreal that we pulled this off even though I still have a million questions about the next steps and …
October 4, 2010
Final supporters
To:
The Honorable Chairman Joe Garciaand
The Governorsof the All Indian Pueblo Council
Everett Chavez, Superintendent, The Santa Fe Indian School
The Honorable Senator Jeff Bingaman
The Honorable Senator Tom Udall
Supporters worldwide of the Santa Fe Indian School Paolo Soleri Amphitheater are overjoyed with the recent offer of help extended to Santa Fe Indian School by Senators Udall and Bingaman. We are equally delighted with the positive response released July 19 by Superintendent Everett Chavez of the Santa Fe Indian School.
We urge the Santa Fe Indian School, Pueblo Governors and the Senators to now join together and develop a plan for the Amphitheater's preservation. We understand that the School's sovereignty is paramount, that its educational mission is admirable and that its management and maintenance concerns are legitimate. We believe all these issues can be resolved. Many among us have ideas and suggestions for the Amphitheater's future but can only now offer advocacy because there is no structure within which to proceed.
We respectfully request that you, our leaders, move immediately to establish a framework within which to work out the architectural, financial and managerial components of the Paolo Soleri Amphitheater's long, productive and joyful future.Essential is funding for the over $4.5 million in upgrades the Amphitheater requires, as well as an endowment for its operating costs.
Supporters of the Paolo Soleri Amphitheater at the Santa Fe Indian School.
(Please note: After signing this petition, a window may appear soliciting a donation. Some signers have been confused that the donation is for this cause, which it is not.The solicitation is from the application site, and your response is voluntary. Your are under no obligation. Your signature will already have been recorded.)
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
September 25, 2010
September 23, 2010
I was just looking at the count and we are creeping up on that thousand mark which feels like a total fever dream honestly. If you could just ping one person who cares about architecture or local history right now maybe we can actually hit that milestone before the day is out because I have a feeling the office of the superintendent is finally starting to notice the noise we are making.
September 20, 2010
My inbox has been completely swamped lately with so many thoughtful notes about what this space meant to people back when it was active. It feels like the silence from the school is starting to get heavy but I am busy drafting follow up requests to make sure they know we are not going anywhere quietly.
Reached 100 supporters
August 25, 2010
58 Comments
The Indian School sneakily demolished historic structures several years ago — I’m keeping an eye on the amphitheater while biking past it on Montaño Street and the Acequia Trail.
This site holds memory and history of the Pueblos, several prominent schools, the music and entertainment industries, natives, and the city of Santa Fe....please don't demolish it. Do everything you can to preserve this treasure regardless of the outside world...it is a piece of our legacy.
A living gem of American architecture. There are ways to keep the maintenance costs down by partnering with the City of Santa Fe to host more events there.
Stumbled upon this amphitheater while writing my novel. I hope you succeed in saving the venue!
Wonderful and historic venue; Santa Fe needs this back!
Save our Soleri !
I grew up watching concerts here. It is a part of history. It is beautiful, and has amazing sound, and should be treasured rather than destroyed. Please.
Revitalize The Soleri!
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The Indian School sneakily demolished historic structures several years ago — I’m keeping an eye on the amphitheater while biking past it on Montaño Street and the Acequia Trail.