3 Best Landmarks in El Paso, TX

A very nice museum. They do not have much of the modern equipment or information but I guess because it’s a museum it’s normally more about history. For that, they do a great job of discussing the historical aspects of the BP and the displays include an airplane and helicopter as well as a number of other vehicles. They have seized “vehicles” and weapons on display as well as two very moving memorial rooms. The agents of the BP have been through many good and many rough years of service and are to be honored and appreciated for their commitment and contributions to protecting our great Nation. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Ask questions and find out! Definitely worth a visit.

We spent about an hour at the National Border Patrol Museum. The museum has several sections, including one that outlines the history of the border patrol from focus on illegal Chinese immigrantion in the early 1900s, to prohibition, and the current day. Very nice memorials recognizing patrol agents lost in the line of duty. Kids of all ages might enjoy the cars, helicopters, and other equipment on display. The museum is free, but please consider a donation in support of the museum. There is a large parking lot with plenty of room for our truck and 25-foot trailer. There is also a walking trail between this museum and the museum of archeology next door.

It was neat. It has pretty cool history as to why it started.Many cool displays of items that were used during different times of Border Patrol history. I enjoyed seeing the seized weapons and what weapons agents used.

It is truly incredible to see and hear about how the Magoffin family lived through generations in this home. The staff is very knowledgeable about several aspects of the house and as well as the family’s personal lives. I had the opportunity to bring my son to a family reading event that included an activity and snacks. I found out about this on their instagram page where they often post about camps and events for kids and families to bring notice to this beautiful historical site.

I recently went to a cooking class for making bread in the visitors center and was allowed the chance to go to the Magoffin home after. We took a little self guided tour as we didn’t have a tour guide but even without knowing the full history it was still beautiful and a lovely experience with every room you stepped foot into.

Visited Magoffin Home State Historic Site . Thank you so much Martin Lopez for the informational tour and experience through the families generations of living in the home. 95% of the homes furnishings is original.