Marshall County Courthouse Museum and Research Library

Built in 1891, this impressive building served as the Marshall County Courthouse for nearly 90 years. By the 1950s, county officials believed the aging courthouse had become too costly to maintain and was no longer meeting the county’s needs. In the 1970s, the Marshall County Historical Society led an effort to build community support for […]

Koester House Museum and Gardens

Step into a living legacy at the Koester House Museum, where history, architecture and storybook gardens come together in the heart of Marysville. Built in 1873 by Charles F. Koester as a wedding gift for his beloved wife Sylvia, this beautifully preserved home was meant to be a sanctuary — and today, it still is. […]

Historic Union Pacific Depot

Located in the heart of Marysville — one of Union Pacific’s designated “Traintowns USA” — the Historic Depot is a stunning example of architectural preservation and community pride. Originally opened in 1929, this passenger depot was designed by the legendary Gilbert Stanley Underwood, the same architect behind iconic National Park lodges at Yellowstone, Zion, Bryce […]

Pony Express Home Station & Museum

Marysville proudly claims its place in American legend as Home Station No. 1 on the historic Pony Express route. Though the Pony Express operated for just 18 months, its daring spirit captured the imagination of the nation—and never let go. From April 1860 to October 1861, young riders raced across rugged terrain, day and night, […]