• Sit for a spell under a cottonwood tree and view the Franklin Mountains, seemingly nestled between the U.S. and Mexico flags in front of the visitor center. The two flags reflect our heritage; this land once belonging to Mexico and now to the U.S.

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  • Alcohol Ban for Visitor Safety

    From June 1 through August 31, the consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages without a permit is prohibited. During Music Under the Stars concerts, alcohol may be purchased within the memorial boundary. More »

For Kids

Ranger with Junior Ranger and Puppets
Puppet shows have been a popular program for many years. This Junior Ranger shows off her own paper puppet to Ranger Becky and a member of the puppet cast.
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Become a Chamizal Junior Ranger. Stop by the visitor center and pick up a Junior Ranger book. Junior Rangers can earn a patch or a badge and be sworn in as an official National Park Junior Ranger.

Check out our Park Fun page for more great activities and printable material.

Special events like National Junior Ranger Day bring participants, park rangers and new friends together for a day of fun.

Go to our Calendar of Events schedule and the Gallery Page to find out what's happening at the park during your visit.

 
2012 Junior Ranger Day
One lucky Junior Ranger meets Chami the Spotted Ground Squirrel during our Junior Ranger Day celebration.
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  • Kids' Gallery Kids' Gallery

    Chamizal and our story are the focus of these kid-created works. Read More

  • Education Theater Programs at the Memorial Education Theater Programs at the Memorial

    The Memorial sponsors many theater programs specifically for K-12 audiences throughout the year. Read More

Did You Know?

Rio Grande cemented riverbed - view from Juarez

4.1 miles of the riverbed between El Paso and Ciudad Juarez were cemented as part of the Chamizal Convention of 1963. Before the treaty, torrential spring rainfall would cause the Rio Grande to turn into a wild and unforgiving river, causing loss of life and property. More...