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Presenting and preserving the border region’s intercultural and multinational history

The El Paso Museum of History is home to the only interactive digital wall of its kind in the United States and one of four in the world!

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Visit our newest community-curated exhibit!

"Musica Sin Fronteras: Twentieth Century to Now" showcases the dynamic and diverse musicians, bands, genres, studios, and venues, that have called the frontera home for the greater 20th century. 

This exhibition acknowledges and celebrates the contributions that the frontera has brought nationally and internationally for residents and visitors alike.

"Musica Sin Fronteras" will be on display through April 2025.

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Explore more than 1,000 years of our regional history in the heart of El Paso’s Downtown Arts District.

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From Our Collection

The Museum’s collection of more than 10,000 artifacts, documents, images, and personal stories chronicles the growth of El Paso- one of largest border metroplexes in the world.

Collection Highlights

Collection Highlights

Ysleta Mission Door


Collection Highlights

Giron Chest

Collection Highlights

Zork Wedding Dress


Collection Highlights

Pancho Villa Movie Poster

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