The museum is raising funds in order to rehabilitate our building, the historic Old Granite School.

About Our Building

Constructed in 1891, the building holds immense historical value and is recognized with a Texas Historical Marker. Generations of students attended classes within its walls. Originally serving as a university, it transitioned into a public school in 1907 following Marble Falls' incorporation. The building continued to hold school classrooms and later administrative offices until 1987. The Falls on the Colorado Museum moved into the building in 2010 and now uses the space to tell the stories of Central Texas and Marble Falls’ unique history.

The current project aims to revitalize the historic building and make it fully functional. The museum has been limited to using only the first floor, since the second story requires repairs to make it usable space.

Rehabilitating the building's second floor will effectively double the museum’s capacity. This project will allow the museum to expand its educational offerings by developing new exhibits and enhancing its programs and events. Not only will these repairs help preserve a beloved local landmark, but it will also allow the museum to better serve our community and visitors from near and far.

The revamped museum will serve as a focal point for community engagement and hosting programs that bring people together to learn and celebrate. By preserving and enhancing this historic landmark, we will create a lasting legacy that will be enjoyed by generations to come.

If you prefer to donate with cash or check, you may do so at the museum during regular hours, Monday-Saturday 10am-2pm. We are located at 2001 Broadway, Marble Falls, TX 78654. Our mailing address is PO Box 1333 Marble Falls, TX 78654.

"Buy a Window" Sponsorship

The museum is offering a sponsorship opportunity through the "Buy a Window" program, where new upstairs windows can be purchased for $5,000 each. Additionally, supporters can choose to refurbish a downstairs window for $3,500 each. Window sponsors will have their names engraved on a plaque displayed in the museum as a lasting tribute.

Fundraising Campaign Goal: Phases 1 & 2 = $500,000

Phase 1: $250,000

replacing the upstairs windows and bringing them closer to their original appearance
repairing the lower windows
repairing the interior stairs and improving the handrails

Phase 2: $250,000

outfitting the second floor for exhibits, programs and events
installing outdoor educational areas

Donor Recognition Display:

All donations $500 and over will be memorialized on a donor recognition display at the Museum. Donate today and be remembered forever!

About The Falls on the Colorado Museum

Established in 1999 by Madolyn Frasier and Billy Becker, The Falls on the Colorado Museum (FOCM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of Marble Falls and its surrounding communities. Frasier, renowned as the unofficial historian of Marble Falls, contributed the majority of the museum's original artifacts, photographs, and historical documents from her personal collections.

Operating solely through donations, FOCM opened its doors in 2001 in a modest building located in Johnson Park. Over the years, the museum underwent several relocations before finding its permanent residence in the historic 1891 Old Granite School at 2001 Broadway Street in 2010.

The FOCM has evolved from a repository of artifacts to a vibrant institution that tells compelling stories through its exhibits, engaging not only locals but also visitors from afar. The museum's exhibits are diverse and captivating, featuring a hand-crafted model of the Mormon Mill grist mill, a Central Texas geology display, a collection of Native American artifacts, and a 700-year-old bison skeleton. Highlighting Marble Falls' global significance, the museum also showcases portions of the railroad that transported millions of tons of granite from Granite Mountain to destinations worldwide.

In addition to its exhibits, FOCM has cultivated collaborative relationships with community partners to develop a wide range of educational programs. These initiatives further enrich the museum's offerings and foster a deeper appreciation of the region's history among visitors.

Old Granite School Fundraising Campaign

Help the museum go upstairs!

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