Sat, Jan 24
|UTEP Centennial Museum
Tom Lea: Brushstrokes from the Frontlines of WWII Exhibit Opening (UTEP Centennial Museum)
Did you know the creator of "That Two-Thousand Yard Stare was born in El Paso? Don't miss this exclusive exhibit featuring stories of WWII.
Time & Location
Jan 24, 2026, 10:00 AM MST – Mar 30, 2026, 5:00 PM MDT
UTEP Centennial Museum, 500 W University Ave, El Paso, TX 79968, USA
About the event
👀Did you know that the creator of "That Two-Thousand Yard Stare was born in El Paso?
🪖Step into history with Brushstrokes from the Frontlines, an extraordinary exhibit featuring the gripping artistry of Tom Lea, the first Accredited Artist Correspondent for Life Magazine during World War II.
🖼️From 1941 to 1945, Lea traveled over 100,000 miles across four theaters of war, capturing the intense and personal experiences of U.S. and Allied troops with breathtaking depictions.
🎨Don't miss the chance to see the story of WWII through the eyes of one of history's most talented artists.
This exhibition is circulated in partnership with Humanities Texas.
🆓 Free Admission! No registration required. Just visit the UTEP Centennial Museum (500 W University Ave, El Paso, TX 79968)