The Culberson County Historical Museum (Clark Hotel National Historic Site) is a local landmark that takes the visitor back to a bygone era when the pace of life was slower and the early west was rough and treacherous.
The Museum is located on West Broadway just 1/2 block west of the intersection with U.S. Highway 90. It is one of the oldest surviving buildings in Van Horn. When Culberson County was first created (it broke off from El Paso County), the Museum site served as the first courthouse while one was being constructed. It subsequently served as a hotel for more than four decades. It was purchased in 1979 by the Museum Association and has been in the process of restoration since that time.
The Museum contains a large quantity of artifacts reflecting the history of Van Horn and the surrounding area. It features an old western style saloon with bar and mirrored back bar which have been in the same room since the early 1900’s. There are displays showing the history of mining, ranching, the railroad, and other early activites, as well as personal items which belonged to members of early pioneer families who first settled here.
The Museum is open from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. To tour the Museum at another time, you may call Robert at (915) 283-7266 or Darice at (915) 283-7800 to arrange an appointment.
There is no charge to tour the Museum, however, your generous donation will assist us in continuing the restoration process and making it an even better historical facility.
Van Horn, Texas 79855
(915) 283-8028
Robert Stuckey, Pres. - (915) 283-7266
Darice McVay, Sec. - (915) 283-7800