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Tom Lea: Brushstrokes from the Frontlines of WWII Exhibit (UTEP)

Tom Lea: Brushstrokes from the Frontlines of WWII Exhibit (UTEP)

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.

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.

Parking available at the UTEP Centennial Museum ( when entering through gates, make sure to mention you are visiting the Exhibit)

Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens
10:00 AM - 04:00 PM, every day through Sep 01, 2026.

Event Supported By

Tom Lea Institute
9155330048
marketing@tomlea.net
Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens
610 W. University Ave.
EL PASO, Texas 79938
9154335969
acmaass@utep.edu