El Paso Museum of History, History museum in Downtown Arts District, El Paso, United States.
The El Paso Museum of History is located in the Arts District and displays six galleries with objects, documents, and photographs covering the region from pre-Spanish contact to the present day. The collection includes over 10,000 pieces that trace different periods and themes of local history.
The institution was founded in 1974 as a cavalry museum and shifted its focus before becoming the El Paso Museum of History in 1980. This change allowed the museum to present a broader view of the region's stories.
The museum presents exhibitions in both English and Spanish, reflecting how Mexican and American cultures have shaped this border community over time. You can see objects that tell the story of people who lived and worked across both sides of the border.
Plan your visit carefully since the museum operates on a limited schedule during the week. The building is fully accessible to visitors with mobility needs.
The museum houses an interactive digital wall installation, one of only four such systems worldwide and the only one in the United States. This technological feature sets it apart from similar institutions elsewhere.
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