Welcome to Saint Patrick Cathedral, the seat of the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of El Paso. Located in downtown El Paso, the Cathedral is an important historical landmark and a beautiful expression of faith. The clergy and townspeople built it to showcase their devotion to their religion. The Cathedral boasts custom-made stained-glass windows created by the Emil Frei Art Glass Co. of St. Louis and Munich. These windows depict scenes of Jesus Christ's life, from His birth to resurrection. The windows were donated by different parishioners, who also included inscriptions dedicated to their friends or family members.
A trip to the El Paso area wouldn't be complete without stopping by the Hal Marcus Gallery. This small art gallery between UTEP and Downtown features a vibrant and imaginative exhibition that provokes thought. Visitors can explore works by the local El Paso painter Hal Marcus and other talented artists. At the gallery, visitors can view works showcasing artists' skills in various mediums, including oil, acrylic, mixed media, pen and ink, etching, and sculpture. The exhibition also includes a nine-minute looping video that offers profound insights into the art and Hal Marcus's distinctive approach.
Are you a fan of the performing arts? Then, you will want to attend The UTEP Dinner Theatre. Their impressive productions include Blondel, Tycoon, Chess, and Lute premieres. Did you know their chess production was the first stage after London and New York? This critically acclaimed show was performed by the talented UTEP company at the prestigious John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in 1989 and even won an award at the American College Theatre Festival. Check out The UTEP Dinner Theatre's website and join them as a valued member of their audience. You won't be disappointed.