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Marfa Texas Last Updated: 09/17/2025 |
| Marfa is a city in the high desert of the Trans-Pecos in far West Texas, between the Davis Mountains and Big Bend National Park, at an elevation of 4685 feet. It is the county seat of Presidio County. The city was founded in the early 1880s as a water stop. The population of Marfa peaked in the 1930s and as of the 2020 United States Census the population is 1,788. | |
| MARFA is an oasis of culture in West Texas’ Chihuahuan Desert. Explore world-class art and unique locally-owned businesses. Enjoy a diversity of cuisine and historic architecture. Experience the largest dark sky preserve in the world and trek the Big Bend. Slow down and take in the simple beauty of our West Texas community. MARFA is unique in the juxtaposition of environment and story. Art created and displayed here is inextricable from the landscape and history. Donald Judd may be one of the more famous artists to call MARFA his home, but this community fosters a special connection with artists, creators, and seekers of all kinds. Discover the many galleries and installations of MARFA. Marfa is a tourist destination and a major center for minimalist art. Major attractions include Building 98, the Chinati Foundation, and the Marfa lights. | |
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Bitter Sugar Food Drink » Smoothie Inspired by childhood in Texas, Bitter Sugar and pastries pull heavily on those nostalgic heartstrings. From the fresh flavor of summer peaches to the sweet smells of cinnamon rolls on a Sunday morning, its recipes are filled with the magic of community, memory, and love. 45 views 💖 1 👍 0201 E Dallas St, Marfa, TX 79843 |
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Larry's Food Drink » American Larry’s is a burger/cheeseburger place in Marfa. The menu is simple: just cheeseburgers. Choices include single cheeseburgers and double cheeseburgers. The space is comfortable and retro, with a cassette-style decor. The atmosphere is relaxed and laid-back. 40 views 💖 1 👍 0303 E El Paso St, Marfa, TX 79843 |