• 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.

    Chamizal

    National Memorial Texas

  • 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 »

Santa Fe Opera @ the Memorial

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Scene from 2007 Santa Fe Opera Apprentice Spring Tour Program - from the production "Trinity"
Santa Fe Opera
 

Each spring, the Memorial works with the Santa Fe Opera to present a new production to local school groups. For information on upcoming productions, contact our education technician at (915) 532-7273 ext 112.

Visit the Santa Fe Opera website to learn more about the company and their community programs.

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...