Welcome to the Sophienburg Museum and Archives.

Take the journey with Prince Carl and his group of German colonists as they cross the ocean and make their way into central Texas. Admire their courage and determination to establish a new colony at the edge of Indian Territory. Exhibits, rich in local artifacts, photographic images, maps and documents, take visitors through the history and cultural heritage of New Braunfels and Comal County. The Sophienburg Museum offers public lectures, school programs and community events that promote the area’s unique history.

What others are saying about the Sophienburg:
"This remarkable museum showcases German immigration in the Hill Country region through a world-class permanent exhibition."  More …

Our beautiful New Braunfels, the only Texas city founded by German royalty, will soon be celebrating its 175-year history of cultural heritage, hard work, and “gemuetlichkeit” (the good life). For more information about the celebration events and how to become involved, follow this link: http://since1845.com/