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Explore the Magoffin Home's Restoration with New Hard Hat Tours

KVIA•Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 4:21 PM•Gabrielle Lopez

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Beginning June 10, the historic Magoffin Home in Downtown El Paso will offer hard hat tours for visitors to witness the ongoing restoration of its 150-year-old adobe bricks. These tours provide a unique opportunity to see areas of the home that have been hidden since the 1870s, showcasing the rich multicultural history of the family that lived there. Tours will be held on select Wednesdays and Saturdays through July, with additional dates likely to be added. Participants must be at least six years old and adhere to safety requirements, including wearing a hard hat, which will be provided. Admission fees vary by age, with adults at $7, seniors at $6, and students at $4.

Key Details: • Tours start on June 10 and will continue on select Wednesdays and Saturdays through July. • Participants must be at least 6 years old and wear close-toed shoes and long pants. • Adult tickets are $7, seniors $6, and students $4. • Reservations are recommended and can be made through the Texas Historical Commission's website.

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