EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — The El Paso Museum of Art is set to reopen on Valentine’s Day following a $3.5 million upgrade that modernized its infrastructure and enhanced its environmental and security systems.
“Thanks to this critical infrastructure investment, the El Paso Museum of Art maintains its standing among a small percentage of museums in the United States to adhere to the highest industry standards,” said Ben Fyffe, City of El Paso Quality of Life managing director.
The reopening will feature the first-ever presentation in El Paso of “Frida Kahlo–Sus Fotos,” an internationally acclaimed exhibition showcasing 241 photographs from Kahlo’s personal archive.
The exhibition offers an intimate glimpse into Kahlo’s life and has attracted over one million visitors worldwide.
Other new exhibitions include “Desert Rinpa” by Mitsumasa Overstreet, “Suzi Davidoff: Wander,” and “RAZI Projects,” alongside the return of the museum’s permanent galleries, including the renowned Kress Collection.
Opening day celebrations will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., featuring hands-on art activities, live music, an educational presentation, and a curated art market.
During the museum’s closure, EPMA staff engaged the community with nearly 50 off-site workshops and arts programs.
“Even while the museum was closed, our team stayed active in the community,” Fyffe said. “Now, we are excited to welcome longtime supporters and first-time visitors alike to experience world-class exhibitions in a museum that is refreshed, updated, and ready for the future.”
For more information on exhibitions, hours, and special events, visit www.EPMA.art.
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