Magoffin Home State Historic Site
Magoffin Home State Historic Site

Magoffin Home State Historic Site

The Magoffin Home, a Texas Historical Commission property, is located in downtown El Paso less than one mile from the U.S.–Mexico border. The state of Texas and the city of El Paso purchased and opened the home to the public in 1977. The home is part of the Magoffin Historic District and is one of the oldest surviving adobe structures in the area. It reflects the lives of a prominent early El Paso family. The 1.5-acre site offers a glimpse of the past as visitors explore its lovely grounds and renovated rooms. The historical significance of the home lies in its unique architecture and in the history of the Magoffins and their descendants who lived in the home for more than 100 years. A multicultural family, they were active and influential participants in their community, served during military conflicts and witnessed important historic events. Their 1875 home is a prime example of Territorial style architecture and features a center courtyard and peaceful landscape. The Magoffin Home is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark and is in the National Register of Historic Places. It is El Paso’s only house museum. (Source: http://www.visitmagoffinhome.com/index.aspx?page=13) Magoffin Home State Historic Site is located in 1120 Magoffin Ave. El Paso, TX 79901

Creador: victor ramirez

Área: Central / Magoffin

Cargado por: El Paso Museum of History

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