The city of Falfurrias, Spanish for the "Heart's Delight" flower, was established in 1883. It is the seat of the ranch-orientated Brooks County and is nationally noted for cattle breeding and meat production. This, in fact, is where the Beefmaster breed of cattle originated in this county.
Things to do in Falfurrias
Don Pedrito Shrine
Local Falfurrians tell the tale of Don Pedrito, who was a Mexican faith healer that was born in Jalisco, Mexico. Legend said he was cured through faith and given the gift of healing in a vision. He came to the local Los Olmos Ranch in 1881 and for some 25-years thousands of people came to him to be cured. To find the shrine take Texas 285 east 2 miles and then take FM 1418 north to the shrine. There is a Texas Historical marker at the site.
Falfurrias Golfer's Incorporated
401 East Travis, Falfurrias, TX
Heritage Museum
At this museum visitors can find pictures, weapons and other mementos of early frontier heritage as well as artifacts of the pioneer days of Brooks County. Located at 300 North St. Mary's Street. Open Tuesday - Friday from 9am - Noon and 1 - 4pm. Open Saturday from 9am - 1pm.
The Summit Golf Club
102 Crescent View Drive, Falfurrias, TX
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