Eastfield College Library (L200) presents “Border Studies” May 13 to June 3.

This contemporary exhibit brings the history, people and daily events of the Texas–Mexico border to life. Delving first into the geography and natural border of the Rio Grande through a series of historical maps, the exhibit documents the overwhelming movement of the border to the west and south. Beautiful photographs of the canyons, the Rio Grande River and natural passes describe the terrain.

The exhibit reflects the variety of people on both sides of the border going about their daily activities and the shared influences of both cultures. Photographs document the legal workers crossing over to work on both sides and translate the international flavor of the Texas-Mexico border. Only a small part of the exhibit is dedicated to border controls set up to monitor continuous illegal immigration through the maze of territory from El Paso/Juarez to Brownsville/Matamoros. More importantly, the exhibit introduces those people sharing the border blending into a special group called the “ambiente fronterizo,” who have combined cultural, religious, ethnic and traditional ideas.

A unique look at the people and places of the Texas-Mexico border, Border Studies is a thought-provoking, educational and worthwhile experience.

For more information, call 972-860-7168 or visit the Library Exhibits Web page. This event is free to attend.