• 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 »

Share the Experience Photo Contest

Announcing the 2012 Share the Experience Photo Contest!

Would you like to see your photo on the 2014 Federal Recreation Lands Pass? This is your chance. Each year the Share the Experience Photo Contest collects thousands of images and several images are selected to win prizes. For more information, check out their website or pick up a brochure at the visitor center.

Prizes:
GRAND PRIZE $15,000, your image on the Annual Federal Recreation Lands Pass (2014) distributed to nearly 500,000 people annually, and an Annual Federal Recreation Lands Pass

2nd PRIZE $10,000 and an Annual Federal Recreation Lands Pass

3rd PRIZE $2,500 and an Annual Federal Recreation Lands Pass

HONORABLE MENTION PRIZES An Annual Federal Recreation Lands Pass and a Voucher for a 2-night hotel stay provided by Historic Hotels of America http://www.historichotels.org/

Honorable Mention categories are:

    • Fan Favorite: The Intercontinental Willard, Washington, DC
    • Fan Favorite: The Presidio, San Francisco, CA
    • Adventure & Outdoor Recreation: The Wort Hotel, Jackson, WY
    • Historical & Cultural: The Claridge Hotel, Miami Beach, FL
    • Scenic, Seasons & Landscapes: The Alex Johnson, Rapid City, SD
    • Friends, Family & Fun(ny) on Federal Lands: Hassayampa Inn, Prescott, AZ
    • Wildlife: Mayflower Park, Seattle, WA
  • For Kids For Kids

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  • Siglo de Oro at the Memorial Siglo de Oro at the Memorial

    Learn more about Spanish Golden Age drama and the festival the Memorial hosts yearly. Read More

  • Explore the park's three gallery spaces and delve into the art of regional artists. Read More

  • Chamizal Oral History Project Chamizal Oral History Project

    Gathering stories and learning about our history... Chamizal is working on interviewing Chamizal residents, relocated residents and others who have compelling stories to tell. To learn more, visit the Chamizal Oral History Project page. Read More

Did You Know?

Rio Grande / Rio Bravo river

The only natural boundary between the United States and Mexico is the Rio Grande River, which was established in 1848 by the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. The Rio Bravo, as the river is known in Mexico, makes up about 1000 miles of the 2000-mile border between the two countries.