"This (museum) was one of the highlights of our three days along the Colorado."
-George G. Austin, Texas via TripAdvisor

Welcome to The Falls on the Colorado Museum, nestled in the charming community of Marble Falls. Visitors often describe our museum as a hidden gem, a place that would make town founder Adam Rankin Johnson proud.  Housed in a historic university building, which Johnson helped establish in 1891, our museum offers a glimpse into the rich history of the area.

Spanning nearly 6,000 square feet, our museum proudly showcases artifacts from the prehistoric era to modern-day events. Step into the past with our extensive collection of pictures depicting life in the early 1900s. Experience a simpler time with our kitchen display, showing life without electricity. 

Our exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including farm and ranch life, the history of Marble Falls schools, geology, lakes, rivers and dams. Don't miss our collection of Native American artifacts or our beloved Rockie, a 700-year-old bison.

Discover the history and beauty of Marble Falls and the surrounding communities at The Falls on the Colorado Museum. 

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Happenings & Highlights

Restoration Update: New Wet Bar Installed Upstairs

Progress continues on the restoration of the Old Granite School, and we’re excited to share our latest milestone—the installation of a beautiful new wet bar on the second floor. This addition will serve as a functional and welcoming feature for museum programs and special events.
This project was made possible thanks to the generosity and craftsmanship of several community partners:

• Rod Oberhaus, who provided carpentry work and custom design using donated antique wood
• James Forest of Complete Care Plumbing donated materials and labor to reconnect the water line
• John Packer of Alexis Granite, who donated and installed a stunning Sunset Red granite countertop

We are so grateful to these supporters for helping us enhance the usability of our growing second-floor space. Stay tuned for more restoration updates!

Join Our Sister Museum for Black History Month Celebrations

The Falls on the Colorado Museum is proud to support our sister museum at St. Frederick Baptist Church in their journey to bring the St. Frederick African American History Museum to life. We want to help spread the word that they are hosting several special events in celebration of Black History Month at St. Frederick Baptist Church in Marble Falls. All events are free (donations appreciated) and open to the public. Join them on:

• Saturday, February 21 at 11 a.m. for a soul food tasting
• Friday, February 27 at 7 p.m. for an evening of gospel music
• Saturday, February 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the Grand Opening of the African American History Museum

You can read more details in a DailyTrib article here: https://www.dailytrib.com/.../celebrate-black-history.../ or visit St. Frederick's website for more details and to learn how to support the efforts to build the museum.

2026 Rick Edwards Day of Service

Students from Marble Falls ISD rolled up their sleeves at The Falls on the Colorado Museum for the Rick Edwards Day of Service, helping spread mulch and spruce up the grounds. Their efforts are a great example of the spirit of giving back that Rick Edwards inspired in the Marble Falls community.

2027 Calendar Photo Contest Now Open!

This year’s theme, “Agri-Life in the Hill Country,” invites photographers to capture scenes of ranching or farming in the Hill Country including backyard gardens, old farm
implements, livestock, or other images of rural life. The submission deadline is May 2nd. Visit our contest page to learn more about entry guidelines and how to participate.

Photo by Robyn Richter

Annual Membership Drive — Join or Renew Today

As we begin our 26th year serving the Marble Falls community, now is the perfect time to become a member of the museum! 

Your membership helps make big things happen—like opening our second floor for new exhibits and a hands-on history space for kids—while supporting programs, preservation efforts, and community partnerships.

Memberships start at just $30 for individuals and $50 for families or organizations, and members enjoy perks like a Christmas Home Tour ticket, priority seating at programs, and use of our meeting rooms.
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Join us as we dig deeper into our past and build an even stronger future for local history. Become a member today!

Building Restoration Update

We’re thrilled to share that a long-awaited step in restoring our historic building is underway! Crews are replacing the non-original upstairs windows with historically accurate versions that match both the originals and the lower-story windows.
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These upgrades will restore the building’s historic character while also boosting energy efficiency. A heartfelt thank-you goes out to all the generous donors who made this possible—your support is bringing this vision to life!
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Learn more about this restoration project and how you can help preserve this historic building. 

New Historical Marker Installation Complete

The Museum is proud to announce the completion of the Conrad Fuchs State Historical Marker and interpretive plaque on our museum grounds. Learn more about this project and how this new addition honors the legacy of the Fuchs family and the early settlers who helped shape our region’s history.

THC Fuchs Marker, explanatory plaque and recovered stones from Fuchs house.

Many thanks to Precinct 4 Commissioner Joe Don Dockery and crew for setting the marker and stones.