Cinema at the State Presents
PRESERVED
Sponsored by Dean Prigmore and Patrice Taylor
Northern New Mexico’s 560,000-acre Vermejo is a land rich with history, from dinosaurs and early Indigenous communities to homesteaders, a conservation-minded grain baron, and Hollywood’s glitterati seeking outdoor recreation. But modern times took their toll, leaving it overgrazed and scarred by mining.
In 1996, Ted Turner bought the land as part of his work to restore and protect lands across the United States. A dedicated team began to work to heal the land, transforming it into a thriving sanctuary. Today, Vermejo stands as a testament to what’s possible: biodiversity restored, landscapes reborn, and a model for global conservation.
Running time: 1h 47m
Thursday, April 23, 2026
7:00 PM
Location— Odd Fellows Lodge #7, 1226½ Lincoln Way in Auburn