The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center is a National Historic Building of Significance built in 1930. It was restored in 2006 to its original atmospheric theatre splendor and is conveniently situated in downtown El Paso. The theatre showcases Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, featuring intricately painted ceilings, mosaic-tiled floors, decorative metal railings, and antique furniture. As one of the few remaining atmospheric theatres in the United States, The Plaza creates an illusion that viewers are seated outdoors in a Spanish courtyard. The stars on the ceiling reflect the Southwestern sky in June. Besides its rich decor, the Mighty Wurlitzer Blaban III Organ is one of only six made. The organ has 1,071 pipes and can simulate 15 different instruments. The Plaza Theatre comprises the 2,050-seat Kendall Kidd Performance Hall, the 200-seat Philanthropy Theatre, and the Alcantar Sky Garden. The latter is an enchanting rental venue for private receptions, business parties, and family gatherings.
The El Paso Holocaust Museum and Study Center is a commemorative site in Downtown El Paso. It pays tribute to the millions of individuals who lost their lives in the atrocities committed by the Nazi Regime between 1933 to 1945. The Museum has a permanent exhibit showcases multi-media galleries, including the Moving Gallery of El Paso Holocaust Survivors. Using education, outreach, and cultural activities, visitors can expand their knowledge about the Holocaust and understand how to fight against bigotry and intolerance. The Museum provides materials in both English and Spanish, and it also offers year-round programs to complement its lessons. Admission is free of charge, but visitors are encouraged to make donations.