Chamizal National Memorial

a bench next to a tree with U.S. and Mexican flags flying against a mountain background
Chamizal National Memorial stands as a reminder of the effectiveness of diplomacy and the power of friendship.
a group of children with hand raised in front of park rangers and ground squirrel mascot
Junior Rangers learn about Chamizal National Memorial.
walking trails cross a field of green grass with mountain in the background
Enjoy the green space of Chamizal in the heart of El Paso.
Women in swirling skirts and men with sombreros and colorful ponchos dance onstage
Take in a theater performance such as this ballet folklorico.
paintings hang from art gallery walls
Browse art from the borderland in the Franklin G. Smith Gallery.
Photos: National Park Service

About Chamizal National Memorial

Chamizal is more than just an urban park to recreate or enjoy a quiet afternoon. These grounds are a reminder of the harmonious settlement of a 100-year boundary dispute between the United States and Mexico. We celebrate the cultures of the borderlands to promote the same mutual respect that helped to diplomatically resolve an international disagreement.

Quick Facts

State Texas
Designation National Memorial
State Code TX
Weather Chamizal National Memorial is open year-round, but periodic winter weather conditions may cause closure. Please check for alerts on the park website: www.nps.gov/cham. Thunderstorms typically occur during summer and early…

Location & Map

Chamizal National Memorial is located in Texas.

Operating Hours

The Memorial grounds are open to vehicle and foot traffic only when the gates are open.

Wednesday 7:00AM - 7:00PM
Monday 7:00AM - 7:00PM
Thursday 7:00AM - 7:00PM
Sunday 7:00AM - 7:00PM
Tuesday 7:00AM - 7:00PM
Friday 7:00AM - 7:00PM
Saturday 7:00AM - 7:00PM

Activities

Arts and Culture Biking Food Picnicking Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Hands-On Hiking Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store

Getting There

Chamizal National Memorial is located in a large, bi-national metropolitan area and easily accessible by road. El Paso International Airport is nearby, as well as an Amtrack train station.

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Contact & Address

Address 800 South San Marcial Street, El Paso, TX, 79905
Phone 915-532-7273

Topics & Themes

Arts Painting Photography Poetry and Literature Sculpture Hispanic American Heritage Latino American Heritage Presidents Urban America Wars and Conflicts Mexican War Cold War Animals River and Riparian

Things To Do

UTEP Student Art Exhibit

UTEP Student Art Exhibit

Through a partnership with the University of Texas El Paso and Chamizal National Memorial, student artists will display sculpted works…

Explore art exhibits during National Park Week or through the month of June.

Trail use at Chamizal National Memorial

Trail use at Chamizal National Memorial

Chamizal National Memorial provides a Zen place to reflect on conflict and resolution. The trails compliment the memorial, giving the…

Biking at Chamizal National Memorial

Biking at Chamizal National Memorial

With over a mile and a half of maintained trails, it's easy and fun to explore Chamizal National Memorial by…

Monumental Men Exhibit

Monumental Men Exhibit

The Monumental Men exhibit corresponds with the statue "Benito Juarez: Child to Man" located on the esplanade in front of…

Chamizal Conflict and Resolution

Chamizal Conflict and Resolution

Learn more about the Chamizal land dispute and how two countries came together to resolve a century-long issue.

Chamizal Junior Ranger

Chamizal Junior Ranger

Junior Rangers of all ages are encouraged to learn more about Chamizal National Memorial by completing the junior ranger activity…

Visitor Centers

Chamizal National Memorial Cultural Center

The Chamizal National Memorial Cultural Center includes the theater, exhibit areas, park store and visitor information desk.

Hours: Hours listed are for regular visitor services including park information and access to exhibits and the park store. The Cultural Center building may open for theater events scheduled after regular operating hours; however the information desk and other regular visitor services may not be available during those events.

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