Second Floor galleries are temporarily closed as our HVAC system undergoes a major upgrade. Kress, American Art, Contemporary Art, and Latin American Art collections will remain off view until the upgrade is complete. Thank you for your patience!
Select spaces at EPMA are available for rental. Restrictions apply that ensure the safety of guests, art, and the museum facility.
Certain events are not permitted including commercial sales, trade shows, fundraisers, and religious or political activities.
For more information, contact EPMA at EPMArentals@elpasotexas.gov. An EPMA staff member will contact you for details.
We prefer that requests are made at least 8 weeks in advance of the proposed event.
Yes. The safety of visitors, the art, and museum is paramount. At least one museum security staff member will be available for every event. At EPMA’s discretion, additional staff may be required based on the size of event and spaces used.
The rental fee only includes the rental of the space. You are responsible for all your event needs.
Yes, all decorations must be free standing; nothing may be affixed to the walls, fixtures, or facility without EPMA’s written permission. Flowers are allowed, but must be removed after event. All decorations must be flameproof. The use of any type of fire or flame is prohibited.
Yes, please follow the museum’s catering, food preparation, and beverage service policies. Renters are responsible for kitchen staff, clean-up, and removal of all food, beverages, supplies and equipment. Please note, no food and beverages allowed in galleries.
Yes, please follow the museum’s photography policy.
Parking is available at the Mills Parking Garage, Convention Center Parking Garage, or at metered parking.
Yes, the museum is accessible for those with disabilities. There is accessible drop-off on Santa Fe Street, in front of the museum.
Yes, you are required to purchase Tulip (Tenant Users Liability Insurance Policy). Tulip may be easily purchased online and museum staff will provide guidance.
Commercial sales, trade shows, prepaid ticketed events or fundraisers, religious or political events and activities are not permitted.