Missions
Nuestra Señora de la Concepción del Socorro
Established in 1682 as mission for Piros, Thanos, and Jemes Indians. Originally located about 12 leagues from Guadalupe Mission at Paso del Norte and about 7.5 leagues from Ysleta. However, when a group of Indians threatened to revolt, mission moved to new location about one league from Ysleta Mission. Early 19th-century flood changed course of Rio Grande and left village and mission on Texas side.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Address
- Present village of Socorro adjacent to southeast El Paso, F.M. 258 south.
- Map
- Get Directions →
While You're in El Paso
More Things to Do
Ascarate Park Golf Course -Ascarate
Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days
Learn more →Ascarate Park Golf Course -Delta Nine
Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days
Learn more →Buffalo Soldier Monument
This bronze statue is based on the painting, "The Errand of Corporal Ross" by El…
Learn more →Border Patrol Museum
Presents the rich heritage of the U.S. Border Patrol. Equipment, documents, books, and memorabilia available…
Learn more →Upcoming Events