Chamizal National Memorial

Chamizal National Memorial is a park in El Paso located at the US-Mexico border, featuring art galleries, a theater, an amphitheater, and a museum focused on border history. The facilities span 54 acres and provide spaces for exhibitions, performances, and cultural programs.

The site marks the 1963 agreement that ended a border dispute lasting more than 100 years between the two nations. Changes in the Rio Grande's path had created confusion about the exact boundary location for generations before a peaceful settlement was reached.

The site hosts exhibitions and performances that explore how communities on both sides of the border maintain shared traditions and artistic expressions. You can see this cultural exchange reflected in the galleries and programs throughout the year.

The park grounds are open daily, though the visitor center has limited hours and operates on specific days. Planning your visit beforehand will help you make the most of the galleries, theater, and outdoor spaces.

The memorial sits on land that became disputed only because the Rio Grande shifted its natural channel during heavy floods in the 1800s. This single river change sparked a century of territorial questions that brought two nations together to negotiate peace.

Location: El Paso County

Inception: February 4, 1974

Address: Paisano Dr.

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday,Holidays 07:00-22:00; January 01 off; November Thursday[4] off; December 25 off

Website: https://nps.gov/cham

GPS coordinates: 31.76794,-106.45406

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:52