Blackwell School National Historic Site
Written by prejudice rather than law, the story of the Blackwell School is one of “separate but equal” education for Mexican and Mexican American citizens of Marfa, Texas.
Photo: NPS Photo / David Larson / NPS
About Blackwell School National Historic Site
Written by prejudice rather than law, the story of the Blackwell School is one of “separate but equal” education for Mexican and Mexican American citizens of Marfa, Texas. Built in 1909, the school serves as a significant example of how racism and cultural disparity dominated education and social systems in the United States during this period of de facto segregation from 1889-1965.
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Driving times from Blackwell School National Historic Site, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
All Park
- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- Closed
- Wed
- Closed
- Thu
- Closed
- Fri
- Closed
- Sat
- 12:00PM - 4:00PM
- Sun
- 12:00PM - 4:00PM
Getting there
Marfa experiences long and hot summers from May – September. The winters are cold and windy with occasional light snow due to its elevation from November – February. Spring and fall offer pleasant temperatures and light rainfall.
Frequently asked questions
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Blackwell School National Historic Site?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Fort Davis National Historic Site (33 min), Big Bend National Park (2 h 44 min), Chamizal National Memorial (2 h 59 min), Amistad National Recreation Area (3 h 35 min), Carlsbad Caverns National Park (3 h 36 min), Butterfield Overland National Historic Trail (3 h 41 min).