Chinati Foundation
Judd's concrete and aluminum works; book a tour.
Marfa
A remote West Texas art town, with Donald Judd's minimalist installations, mysterious lights and the much-photographed Prada Marfa.
Judd moved here in the 1970s. The Chinati Foundation's huge aluminum boxes fill old army sheds. Big Bend is a drive south.
- Best Time
- October to April
- Time Needed
- 2 days
- Cost Level
- $$$$
- Open
- Year-round
- Getting There
- About 3 hours from El Paso or Midland.
What to See
2 of 3 are freePrada Marfa
A fake store in the desert, 37 miles out.
Marfa Lights viewing area
Watch for the unexplained glows at night.
Know Before You Go
- Many places close early in the week.
- Book accommodation in advance.
Where to Stay
Stay at Hotel Saint George or El Cosmico.
Where to Eat
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Last checked 2026-11-01. Part of the Texas list.