CENTENNIAL MUSEUM, THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO

EL PASO, TX

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The Centennial Museum, located on the campus of the University of Texas at El Paso in El Paso TX, is a renowned cultural institution that showcases the natural history, archaeology, and anthropology of the Chihuahuan Desert region. Established in 1936 to mark the centennial of Texas' independence, the museum has grown to become a major educational and research facility that attracts visitors from around the world.

The museum's collections include a wide range of artifacts, specimens, and exhibits that cover the history and culture of the Southwest United States and northern Mexico. Visitors can explore displays of Native American pottery, textiles, and other artifacts, as well as exhibits on local geology, flora, and fauna. The museum also features a planetarium, which offers a variety of programs on astronomy and space science.

In addition to its exhibits and collections, the Centennial Museum is also home to a number of research programs and educational initiatives. The museum hosts lectures, workshops, and other events throughout the year, and provides resources and support for researchers and students studying the history and culture of the Southwest. Overall, the Centennial Museum is an important cultural institution that offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of the Chihuahuan Desert region.

CENTENNIAL MUSEUM, THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO is a Uncategorized or General Museum in EL PASO TX. US MID #8404802008

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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CENTENNIAL MUSEUM, THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO
500 W UNIVERSITY AVE
EL PASO
TX
79968-8900

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MID # 8404802008
Name CENTENNIAL MUSEUM, THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 861096101
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 31.770843, -106.503769
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 141
US Census Tract: 001502
US Census Block: 3019