Chamizal National Memorial


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acres (hectares)
Description
Acadia NP SE Maine 1919 48,419 (19,603) Mountain and coast scenery.
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Chamizal National Memorial:

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National Parks
Name Type1 Location Year authorized Size
acres (hectares)
Description
Acadia NP SE Maine 1919 48,419 (19,603) Mountain and coast scenery.
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Chamizal National Memorial

Parks Directory of the United States / US National Parks / National MemorialsAddress:800 S San Marcial St
El Paso, TX 79905
Phone:915-532-7273
Fax:915-532-7240
Web: www.nps.gov/cham/
Size: 55 acres.
Established: Authorized on June 30, 1966; established on February 4, 1974.
Location:In south-central El Paso, Texas, just north of the Rio Grande and adjacent to the international boundary. Access is via San Marcial Street or Delta Drive.
Facilities:Picnic area, rest rooms (é), visitor center (é), museum/exhibit, self-guided tour/trail.
Activities:Guided tour.
Special Features:The peaceful settlement of a 99-year boundary dispute between the United States and Mexico is memorialized here. The Chamizal Treaty, ending the dispute, was signed in 1963. An amphitheater and 500-seat auditorium are used by the theatrical groups from both sides.
See other parks in Texas.