• 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

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US and Mexican Flags Flying
We are the only park to fly both the US and the Mexican flags at our visitor center.
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The Memorial regularly issues press releases and a teacher newsletter to keep visitors informed about upcoming interpretive and education programs, special events, and policy changes.

Please refer to the Calendar of Events for a complete list of events at Chamizal's theaters and visitor center.

You can also keep informed on our Facebook page where we post park photos and up-to-date event information. You can share with us and others your experiences at Chamizal National Memorial. "Like" us and tell us what you think!

Chamizal also maintains a channel on YouTube where we can upload videos. Check us out!

Did You Know?

Chalk Drawing

The Chamizal Convention of 1963 settled a 100-year long boundary dispute with Mexico. The Memorial is the only NPS site that commemorates the unique way the Chamizal Dispute was settled –through goodwill, diplomacy, mutual cooperation and cross-cultural understanding. More...