Things To Do in Marfa, Texas

The Chinati Foundation/La Fundación Chinati is a contemporary art museum based upon the ideas of its founder, Donald Judd. The specific intention of Chinati is to preserve and present to the public... More on MuseumStuff.com

Housed in 15 buildings at a former U.S. Army post, this decidedly different arts facility is the centerpiece of Marfa's fertile contemporary arts scene. Founded in 1985 by the late Donald Judd, th... More on Frommers

Located in the Humphris House, an 1880s adobe home, the museum displays memorabilia from the film "Giant," an exhibit on the Chihuahuan Desert, local military and county history, and a collection ... More on traveltex

Housed in the historic Victorian adobe Humphris-Humphreys House, this museum focuses on the area since 1883, with exhibits on ranching, mining, and military history. I recommend it mainly for the ... More on Frommers

Marfa Municipal Golf Course is a 9-hole regulation length golf course in Marfa, Texas. This medium-length layout has adequate length for a regulation course. Online tee times may be available at Ma... More on TheGolfCourses.net

I've played here many times while attending school at Sul Ross State University. It's the highest 9 hole golf course in Texas. ... More on golflink.com

Inscription. Constructed in 1920, Building 98 housed the officers club and bachelor officers quarters for Fort D. A. Russell. During the latter years of the World War II, from 1943 to 1945, German prisoners of war from Field Marshal ... More on HMDB

Inscription. During World War II, The U. S. Army Air Forces (USAAF) established a significant number of training airfields across the state of Texas. The USAAF Western Flying Training Command selected Marfa as the site for an advanced ... More on HMDB

Inscription. The Marfa Lights, mysterious and unexplained lights that have been reported in the area for over one hundred years, have been the subject of many theories. The first recorded sighting of the lights was by rancher Robert ... More on HMDB

Pinto Canyon is south of Marfa between Marfa and Ruidosa. Drive down paved FM 2810 for 32 miles. Travel past end of pavement about 5 miles and you will drop into Pinto Canyon. The road is no more t... More on trails.mtbr.com

summary as above. 2 notes of caution. 1. this is very isolated country with little population. Rudsosa pop 15. So be prepared. store in Ruidosa open for sodas, food, but no gas. nearest gas is Pres... More on trails.mtbr.com

Built in 1886, this elegant domed structure is topped by the Goddess of Justice. Take the elevator or stairs to the cupola, and enjoy a 360-degree view with a panoramic sight of the Marfa ... More on traveltex

Don't go, but if you do plan way ahead and be prepared for all you hear is, "NO". All museums, galleries, and restaurants (which are counted on less than one hand) require a reservation. When you d... More on TripAdvisor

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On Saturday night during Open House Weekend, The Chinati Foundation provides a dinner downtown for everyone, absolutely free . More on igougo

Every year, the Judd Foundation /Chinati Foundation has Open House Weekend, which is a free weekend of art, music, talks, and meals that is held in Marfa, Texas. More on igougo