The building that houses the MUREF is a source of pride and an emblem of Ciudad Juárez, celebrated for its architectural beauty and historical importance.

Originally the border customs house, today it is home to the Museum of the Revolution on the Border (MUREF), a space that highlights Ciudad Juárez’s critical role in the Mexican Revolution. The building dates back to 1886, when the Mexican government decided to construct a new customs facility to accommodate the increase in trade brought about by the Mexican Central Railway.

The construction contract was signed in 1887. The original design also included federal offices for the Treasury and Postal Service in Paso del Norte. The new customs building was officially inaugurated in September 1889.