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Branigan Cultural Center
Branigan Cultural Center Review
The Branigan Cultural Center, in a striking 1935 Pueblo Revival building embellished inside with murals by Tom Lea, offers compelling documentary shows with themes like the 1942-1964 Bracero Program (a Mexican guest workers initiative), or a reflection on Frida Kahlo's later years through rarely seen photographs. "Crossroads of History" is an excellent permanent display that covers 400 years of regional history. The city-run Branigan is a focal point—along with the Las Cruces Museum of Art next door—of the revitalized Downtown.
- Address: 501 N. Main St., Downtown Mall, Las Cruces, 88001 | Map It
- Phone: 575/541-2155
- Cost: Free
- Hours: Tues.--Sat. 9--4:30
- Website: www.las-cruces.org/museums
- Location: Las Cruces
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