Magoffin Home State Historic Site

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1120 Magoffin Ave
El Paso, TX 79901
+1 (915) 533-5147
http://www.visitmagoffinhome.com
A striking adobe structure, the Magoffin Home State Historic Site explores the stories of a multicultural family who actively participated in U.S. expansion and settlement, military service, and U.S.-Mexico relations. The home, built around 1875 by Joseph Magoffin, is a prime example of Territorial style architecture and features a center courtyard and peaceful landscape. Explore the home's authentic art and furnishings reflecting the daily lives of this prominent El Paso family.

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4.58 reviews
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Lynn H.
10/17/2018

This is a nice, slow paced tour. It was me and my hubby and one other lady who was a bit of an oddball that were on the tour. The tour guide was super sweet and architecture of the place is really...

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Diana L.
2/9/2022

Gloria was an excellent guide with a wealth of information. She knew the answers to all of our questions. It was a wonderful tour.

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Jessica I.
8/12/2019

I am beyond obsessed with the Magoffin House. This house is so, so beautiful and full of so much history. Every time I go, I learn something new- even if I get the same person giving the tour! No...

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Crystal H.
7/6/2022

The women at the front office of the visitors center was very cold and unwelcoming. Both my husband and I felt the same, I thought it was just me. Her attitude did not reflect our El Paso charm...

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Charlene A.
3/14/2019

My mother and I visited the Magoffin Home when they had a special event: baking pies using ingredients from 100 years ago for an authentic experience. We were told the history of the Magoffin...

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