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Shade’s Walking Tour of Historical Curiosities presents: BROTHELS & BORDELLOS: RED LIGHT HISTORY WALK

EPTX, MEET THE AUTHOR: Something curious this way comes… Take an up close & PERSONAL afternoon walking tour through Downtown El Paso, lead by the author of Weird Texas… Heather Shade is a published author with a long career specializing in the exploration of local folklore, curiosities, hauntings, and unusual historic tales…

And now, you can experience it for yourself!

BRING YOUR WEIRD TEXAS BOOK - And get an autograph from the author!

THIS IS A LIMITED EVENT - ONLY 13 SPOTS WILL BE AVAILABLE - Grab your tickets NOW at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brothels-bordellos-red-light-history-walk-tickets-763051295967?aff=oddtdtcreator

Your journey back in time will begin at one of our favorite Downtown meeting spots: A timeless & reputedly haunted former saloon… B-17 Bombers Oyster Pub (21+ ONLY- Come early to enjoy the artistic atmosphere, and the delicious selection of food & cocktails!)…

Then join us as we guide you on a walking tour into El Paso’s former red light district… Listen to tales of infamous brothels, madams, and soiled doves…

See the sites where historic brothels once stood, and discover the scandalous spirits who still walk these streets and alleys at night.

This is the history that they DIDN’T teach you in school…

This is a fascinating walking tour like no other- especially curated to uncover the hidden history of EPTX… From the creator of the ORIGINAL haunted brothel tour (imitated, but never duplicated!)

‘Co-author of the popular book, Weird Texas… Heather Shade’s work has been featured in numerous books, magazines, and publications over the past few decades.

Heather has also been working as a professional tour guide since 2011, leading countless souls on unique adventures throughout El Paso Texas & surrounding areas…’

Saturday, November 25th, 4-6pm, $20 per person. Please arrive early, and remember to allow yourself time to find parking. TOUR DEPARTS PROMPTLY AT 4PM SO DON’T BE LATE!

This is an in-person, 2-hour AFTERNOON walking tour. We recommend that you wear comfortable, seasonal clothing and walking shoes.

By purchasing access to this event, you are helping to support a local El Paso business, and WE THANK YOU!

PLEASE NOTE: ALL TICKETS ARE NON REFUNDABLE. There will be no refunds for late arrivals or no-shows. In case of weather or other unforeseen cancellation your tickets may be applied towards a future available event! (AVAILABLE= not already sold out or at full capacity)