Marfa, Cultural center in West Texas, United States
Located at an elevation of 1,428 meters in Presidio County, Marfa stands in the high desert between the Davis Mountains and Big Bend National Park.
Founded in the 1880s as a railroad water stop, Marfa gained military importance during World War II with the establishment of the Marfa Army Air Field.
The Chinati Foundation, established in former military buildings, displays large-scale installations and contemporary art pieces in a desert environment.
The nearest major airport is in El Paso, requiring a three-hour drive, while local accommodations include hotels, guest houses, and rental properties.
The Marfa Lights, first documented in 1883, appear as glowing orbs in the desert sky and attract visitors to a dedicated viewing station.
Location: Presidio County
Elevation above the sea: 1,428 m
Website: https://cityofmarfa.com
GPS coordinates: 30.31167,-104.02444
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:11
Chinati Foundation
1.4 km
Davis Mountains State Park
33.3 km
Harlan J. Smith Telescope
40.1 km
El Paisano Hotel
248 m
The Holland Hotel
35.1 km
Otto Struve Telescope
40.1 km
Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center and Botanical Gardens
31.2 km
Presidio County Courthouse
283 m
Jeff Davis County Courthouse
33.2 km
Henry M. and Annie V. Trueheart House
33 km
Grierson-Sproul House
33.1 km
Hotel Limpia
33.3 km
Museum of the Big Bend
36.3 km
Central Marfa Historic District
309 m
Museum of Electronic Wonders @ FOOD SHARK with Snack Bar & Casita Bar
766 m
Marfa Lights Viewing Area
14.2 km
Rattlers and Reptiles
34.8 km
Fort Davis
34.4 km
Palace Theater
380 m
Rangra Theatres
35.3 km
Granada Theatre
35.5 km
Brewster County Courthouse
35.1 km
Fort Davis VLBA station
36.8 km
Fort Davis National Historic Site Visitor Center
34.3 km
Texas Theater
379 m
Rebecca Gale Telescope Park Amphitheater
40.9 km
Fort Davis Quarters HB-14
34.5 km
Fort Davis Magazine
34.3 kmReviews
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