The Magoffin Home, built in 1875 by pioneer Joseph Magoffin, is El Paso's only historic house museum. The home is filled with original family furnishings and decorative arts. The twenty-room adobe home is a prime example of territorial style architecture and includes Greek revival detailing.

The home was the social center of El Paso for many years. Elaborate dinner parties, receptions, dances, and concerts were frequently held at the home. This tradition continues through special events and rental uses.

Portions of the home may be rented for weddings, receptions, and other special events. A minimum of two weeks advance reservation is required. Rental fees are based on the total number of guests at the special event. The total number includes all hosts. Adjustments to the number of guests may be made up to 24 hours prior to the event. A deposit of 50% of fees or $100.00, whichever is less, is due 14 days prior to the event. A final statement of fees will be mailed or delivered to the Magoffin Home within seven days after the event Those fees will include any charges incurred during the event.

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The home is ideal for small groups for brunch, luncheons or teas.

Capacity limits have been established for your safety, do not exceed them. Seated dinners are those defined as events where every guest is seated at a table. Lecture seating is chairs only. Open House and Receptions are those where the majority of guests stand, there is little or no seating and guests arrive and depart at intervals during the event.

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