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Chamizal National Memorial

The Chamizal Convention of 1963 was a milestone in diplomatic relations between Mexico and the United States. Chamizal National Memorial was established to commemorate this treaty, which resulted in the peaceful settlement of a century-long boundary dispute. The Memorial provides visitors with an opportunity to better understand the culture of our borderland.

 
Dancers perform on stage at the theater in the park's visitor center

Park Now Accepting Applications for Jan-June 2011 Theater Booking

Do you have a theater presentation that fits the mission of Chamizal National Memorial? If so, the park is now accepting theater use applications for the months of January through June 2011.

To learn more about theater use at Chamizal National Memorial, download the complete application package here.

Although the park accepts applications on an on-going basis, June 15th will be the deadline for first preference booking of January through June 2011 dates.

 
photo of park visitor center with the U.S. and Mexican flags in view

Firearms at Chamizal National Memorial

As of February 22, 2010, a new federal law allows people who can legally possess firearms under applicable federal, state, and local laws, to legally possess firearms in this park.

It is the responsibility of visitors to understand and comply with all applicable state, local, and federal firearms laws before entering this park. As a starting point, please visit our state's website.

Federal law also prohibits firearms in certain facilities in this park; those places are marked with signs at all public entrances.

 
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Books & Crafts Programs

The park is host to new programs that invite young visitors and their families to the Memorial for experiences steeped in cultural explorations of literature and art.
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Volunteers during Music Under the Stars

Volunteer at Chamizal!

Are you looking to become more involved with your community, learn new skills, and/or explore what is it like to work at a national park? If so, then you have what it takes to be a VIP (Volunteer-in-Parks) at Chamizal National Memorial! Read more about Chamizal's VIP program and how to become a VIP by clicking on the "Support Your Park" link in the upper left hand corner of this page.

 

Write to

Chamizal National Memorial
800 S. San Marcial
El Paso, Texas 79905

Phone

Visitor Information
(915) 532-7273

Fax

(915) 532-7240

Climate

Generally sunny. Summers are hot; afternoon and evening thunderstorms are common. Winter is cool and dry.
Communities Surrounding Chamizal National Memorial
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
El Paso, TX (6 min. ) Pop. 563,662
Sunland Park, NM (15 min. ) Pop. 13,309
Canutillo, TX (22 min. ) Pop. 5,129
San Elizario, TX (29 min. ) Pop. 11,046
Clint, TX (30 min. ) Pop. 980
Fabens, TX (32 min. ) Pop. 8,043
Chaparral, NM (32 min. ) Pop. 6,117
 Berino, NM (34 min. )
Vado, NM (38 min. ) Pop. 3,003
Tornillo, TX (40 min. ) Pop. 1,609
Chamberino, NM (40 min. )
Mesquite, NM (43 min. ) Pop. 948
La Mesa, NM (44 min. )