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Each year, the Tom Lea Institute provides FREE events & walking tours through cities like, El Paso, Las Cruces, Santa Fe, and more that take the community to beautiful and historic sites throughout the region, many of which reference Tom Lea's work. Experience decades of cultural wonders and historical landmarks like never before.
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  13 days to the eventWed, Nov 12El Paso Veterans One Stop CenterDid you know the creator of "That Two-Thousand Yard Stare was born in El Paso? Don't miss this exclusive exhibit featuring stories of WWII. 13 days to the eventWed, Nov 12El Paso Veterans One Stop CenterDid you know the creator of "That Two-Thousand Yard Stare was born in El Paso? Don't miss this exclusive exhibit featuring stories of WWII.
  16 days to the eventSat, Nov 15War Eagles Air MuseumExploration awaits! Join us at the War Eagles Museum for FREE Tour and presentation with Southwest, A.M. "Swede" Johnsen's and his children 16 days to the eventSat, Nov 15War Eagles Air MuseumExploration awaits! Join us at the War Eagles Museum for FREE Tour and presentation with Southwest, A.M. "Swede" Johnsen's and his children
  22 days to the eventFri, Nov 21Ysleta MissionJoin this exclusive free tour as you step back in time and experience the rich history of the El Paso Mission Trail. Don't hesitate! 22 days to the eventFri, Nov 21Ysleta MissionJoin this exclusive free tour as you step back in time and experience the rich history of the El Paso Mission Trail. Don't hesitate!
  42 days to the eventThu, Dec 11Father Rahm MuralExplore the beautiful Segundo barrio with native and talented artist Jesus "Cimi" Alvarado! Don't miss this free tour! 42 days to the eventThu, Dec 11Father Rahm MuralExplore the beautiful Segundo barrio with native and talented artist Jesus "Cimi" Alvarado! Don't miss this free tour!
  79 days to the eventSat, Jan 17El Paso Veterans One Stop Center 10737Join us for a morning of creativity, connection, and learning through art with renowned artist Joey Lee Cabral. 79 days to the eventSat, Jan 17El Paso Veterans One Stop Center 10737Join us for a morning of creativity, connection, and learning through art with renowned artist Joey Lee Cabral.
  84 days to the eventThu, Jan 22Magoffin Home State Historic SiteVisit the remodeled and historic Maggofin Home. Also, explore Tom Lea's Twelve Travelers exhibit. Not to be missed! 84 days to the eventThu, Jan 22Magoffin Home State Historic SiteVisit the remodeled and historic Maggofin Home. Also, explore Tom Lea's Twelve Travelers exhibit. Not to be missed!
  86 days to the eventSat, Jan 24UTEP Centennial MuseumDid you know the creator of "That Two-Thousand Yard Stare was born in El Paso? Don't miss this exclusive exhibit featuring stories of WWII. 86 days to the eventSat, Jan 24UTEP Centennial MuseumDid you know the creator of "That Two-Thousand Yard Stare was born in El Paso? Don't miss this exclusive exhibit featuring stories of WWII.
- 99 days to the eventFri, Feb 06New Mexico Museum of ArtYour chance to experience an era of art not often seen! Join Dylan McDonald and Adair Margo in an evening promised to amaze you!
  105 days to the eventThu, Feb 12International Museum of ArtJoin Allen Gilmer, Veronica "Riki" Rushing, as they discuss their marriage and careers and more. Feel the passion of Tango with Martha Vera! 105 days to the eventThu, Feb 12International Museum of ArtJoin Allen Gilmer, Veronica "Riki" Rushing, as they discuss their marriage and careers and more. Feel the passion of Tango with Martha Vera!
  114 days to the eventSat, Feb 21El Paso Museum of ArtJoin Dr. Eric Kappus, the discoverer of El Paso’s dinosaur tracks, for an exploration of our region’s landscapes through Tom Lea's art! 114 days to the eventSat, Feb 21El Paso Museum of ArtJoin Dr. Eric Kappus, the discoverer of El Paso’s dinosaur tracks, for an exploration of our region’s landscapes through Tom Lea's art!
  119 days to the eventThu, Feb 26Aloft El Paso DowntownJoin us on this FREE walking tour in Downtown El Paso and learn how architects made it possible to travel the world without leaving! 119 days to the eventThu, Feb 26Aloft El Paso DowntownJoin us on this FREE walking tour in Downtown El Paso and learn how architects made it possible to travel the world without leaving!
  134 days to the eventFri, Mar 13R.E. THOMASON FEDERAL BUILDINGAre you seeking a local adventure? This tour takes you through the heart of downtown El Paso, unveiling stories behind artistic treasures! 134 days to the eventFri, Mar 13R.E. THOMASON FEDERAL BUILDINGAre you seeking a local adventure? This tour takes you through the heart of downtown El Paso, unveiling stories behind artistic treasures!
  140 days to the eventThu, Mar 19Tom Mays ParkJoin us for a hands-on painting camp at the Franklin Mountains, designed for military families, that combines art, history, and nature. 140 days to the eventThu, Mar 19Tom Mays ParkJoin us for a hands-on painting camp at the Franklin Mountains, designed for military families, that combines art, history, and nature.

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ADDRESS: 513 W. San Antonio Ave., STE C
El Paso, TX, 79901
EMAIL: hcobb@tomlea.net
PHONE: 915-533-0048

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