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Amusements
Cowtown Cattlepen Maze
145 East Exchange Avenue • Fort Worth, TX 76102
817-624-7410
The Cowtown Cattlepen Maze is a truly unique form of entertainment; one can compete against oneself, or others in a group, while trying to be the quickest in negotiating over 5,400 square feet of frequently changed mazes that resemble the cattle pens of the old west. The mazes always present a unique form of fun, for those who enjoy a good challenge. The maze is available to be rented for private use, and is a good place for birthday parties, other events, or simply as a fun way to spend some time and tests one's skill at finding the way out of the maze without the help of Ariadne's thread. more... mapLaser Quest
7601 Grapevine Highway • North Richland Hills, TX 76180
817-281-0360
Laser Quest is live action laser tag at its best. Enter the multi-level arena where fog, music and special effects combine to provide an incredible combination of tag and hide & seek. For family and group events, birthday parties or on your own, Laser Quest is interactive intense fun for ages 7-77. more... map
Historic Homes & Buildings
Ball Eddleman McFarland House (circa 1899)
1110 Penn Street • Fort Worth, TX 76102
817-332-5875
Built in 1899, in an area once called Quality Hill, this is one of the last of Fort Worth's elegant Victorian homes and was occupied by a cattle baron family until 1978. Its finely crafted woodwork and other architectural details remain largely unaltered from their original state. The house sits on a bluff overlooking the Trinity River, and aside from its Victorian elegance, also displays some Queen Anne architectural features, sandstone and marble on the exterior, and an interior rich with fine panelling, parquet floors, coffered ceilings, and mahogany and oak mantles. more... mapSt. Patrick's Cathedral Complex (circa 1892)
1206 and 1208 Throckmorton Street • Fort Worth, TX 76133
817-332-4915
Consisting of three buildings, the Cathedral, rectory and the Saint Ignatius Academy building; St. Patrick's is distinguished by being one of the oldest structures in Fort Worth and is the oldest continuously used church in the city. The parish was begun in 1876, and the current Gothic Revival-style Cathedral Complex was constructed of native Texas limestone. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, is a Texas Historic Landmark, and is recognized by the Texas Historical Commission. mapTarrant County Courthouse (circa 1895)
100 East Weatherford • Fort Worth, TX 76196
817-884-1726
Built between 1893 and 1895, of Texas pink granite and marble, the courthouse's Renaissance Revival style was designed to resemble the Texas Capitol building in Austin. Although over the years some distasteful remodeling had been foisted upon the structure, it has now been returned to its original splendour and is the pride of Fort Worth, being treasured as an architectural masterpiece. mapThistle Hill (circa 1903)
1509 Pennsylvania Avenue • Fort Worth, TX 76104
817-336-1212
This three-story Georgian Revival house, of red brick, and featuring stately columns on the portico, was originally built for the daughter of a Texas cattle baron as a wedding gift. The original owners lived and entertained lavishly in the house for some years. Over the years, the house went through some extensive remodelling, being bought by a real estate tycoon in 1910, who replaced the decorative woodwork with wrought iron, the wooden columns with marble columns, and the shingled roof with green tile imported from Italy. The house was then used by the Girls Service League of Fort Worth, from 1940 to 1968, and then stood empty until 1975. Bought by a community organization in 1976, the house was painstakingly restored to its 1912 beauty, and features eighteen rooms, six baths, five fireplaces, tiffany windows, and an impressive horseshoe staircase. more... map
Historic Sites & Monuments
Cliburn Organ, The
305 West Broadway • Fort Worth, TX 76104
817-334-8211
Located in the Broadway Baptist Church, this organ was designed and built by Casavant Frères Limitée, St. Hyacinthe, Quebec, Canada, and has the distinction of being the largest organ that Casavant ever built, the largest organ in Texas, and the largest organ of French Aesthetics design in the world. The organ is used for worship, solo concerts, and symphonic concerts; the instrument is truly a magnificent treasure in its own right. more... mapPioneer Rest Cemetery
620 Sameuls Avenue • Fort Worth, TX 76102
Located in Tarrant County
817-332-8515
The oldest cemetery in Fort Worth is the final resting place of 13 soldiers, including Brigadier General Edward H. Tarrant and Brevet Major Ripley Allen Arnold, and Arnold’s two children, Sophie and Willis, who were killed from 1849 to 1853. map
Museums & Galleries
American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum
4601 Highway 360 • Fort Worth, TX 76155
817-967-1560
Through large-screen films viewed from first class airliner seats, interactive displays, hands-on exhibits, and videos, visitors can follow the history and worldwide operations of American Airlines from the 1930s to the present. One of the few museums in the world to be dedicated solely to commercial aviation, the C.R. Smith Museum's interactive emphasis offers an exciting way to learn about the progressive stages and developments in commecial aviation. more...Amon Carter Museum
3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard • Fort Worth, TX 76107
817-738-1933
Made possible by the generosity of art collector, Amon G. Carter, Sr., the Amon Carter Museum showcases Carter's fine collection of paintings and sculptures by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell. The museum covers nearly all periods and styles of American art. more... mapCattle Raisers Museum
1301 West 7th Street • Fort Worth, TX 76102
817-332-7064
With 8,000 square feet of exhibiton space, this museum seeks to preserve and educate the public in reagrd to the history and culture of the Texas cattle and ranching industry, as well as other features of the era, from cattle rustlers to the Texas Rangers. Some of the more popular exhibits are the collection of branding irons, Spanish saddles, and spurs. The rich and vanishing history of the cowboys and cattle drives that helped to build Texas into the state that it is today are explored through the many exhibits that one can examine in this museum. more... mapFire Station No. 1
203 Commerce Street • Fort Worth, TX 76102
817-732-1631
The site of Forth Worth's first fire station, built in 1876, this fire station turned museum, rebuilt in 1907, features exhibits that trace the first one hundred fifty years of Fort Worth's colourful history; the museum now houses exhibits that explore both science and history. more... mapFort Worth Museum Of Science And History
1501 Montgomery Street • Fort Worth, TX 76107
817-732-1631
The Fort Worth Museum Of Science And History offers nine permanent galleries that have exhibitions ranging from dinosaurs to computers, from Texas history to the history of medicine. The museum offers the Omni Theatre, a domed theatre in which music and film create an unforgettable experience, and the Noble Planetarium, that lets one comfortably explore the ineffable mysteries of the celestial regions of the cosmos. more... mapKimbell Art Museum
3333 Camp Bowie Boulevard • Fort Worth, TX 76107
817-332-8451
The Kimbell Art Museum offers a collection that boasts a wide range of art, from both an historical and stylistic perspective. The permanent collection includes Asian art, Oceanic art, antiquities from Africa, Egypt, the Near East, and Pre-Columbian art, as well as masterpieces from a wide roster of artistic masters that include Picasso, Matisse, Mantegna, Rubens, El Greco, La Tour, Velázquez, Goya, Monet, Cézanne, and many others. more... mapLog Cabin Village
2100 Log Cabin Village Lane • Fort Worth, TX 76109
817-926-5881
Built in the 1850's, and including original, authentic period furnishings and tools, this village of six log cabins is a living history museum that offers exhibits and demonstrations of the life styles of the original pioneering settlers of the Fort Worth area. The village offers a number of events and programs that have something for people of all ages. Through these events, programs, self-guided and guided tours, the Log Cabin Village seeks to promote the preservation of the rich heritage of the state of Texas. more... mapModern Art Museum of Fort Worth
3200 Darnell Street • Fort Worth, TX 76107
817-738-9215
The museum is proud of having one of the most important and expansive collections of post-WW II modern and contemporary American and International art to be found in the central United States; this collection includes over 3,000 important works. Guided tours, lectures, workshops, and educational programs are provided to further the understanding and appreciation of art. more... mapNational Cowgirl Museum and Hall Of Fame
1720 Gendy Street • Fort Worth, TX 76107
Located in the Cultural District
817-336-4475, 800-476-FAME
This is the only museum in the world dedicated to honoring and documenting the lives of women who have distinguished themselves while exemplifying the pioneer spirit of the American West. There are 163 inspiring honorees. These outstanding women include not only cowgirls and ranch women, but also writers, artists, teachers, and entertainers. more... mapSid Richardson Museum
309 Main Street • Fort Worth, TX 76102
817-332-6554, 888-332-6554
Open since 1982, this museum features a fine collection of Western art. All works are from the collection of Texas oilman, Sid Richardson. Some artists include Frederic Reminton and Charles Russell. The Museum store offers prints, books and gifts. more... mapStockyards Collection and Museum
131 East Exchange Avenue • Fort Worth, TX 76106
817-625-5087
With photos and memorabilia that document the history of the stockyard district and cattle industry in Fort Worth. Operated by the North Fort Worth Historical Society. more... mapTandy Archaeological Museum
2001 West Seminary Drive • Fort Worth, TX 76115
817-923-1921
The items in the permanent collection of the Tandy Archaeological Museum, located on the campus of the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, date from about 1,500 B.C. to the Seventh Century A.D. The collection consists of ancient Middle Eastern artifacts uncovered during archaeological digs at Biblical sites in the Holy Land. mapTexas Cowboy Hall of Fame
128 East Exchange Avenue • Fort Worth, TX 76106
Located in the Historic Stockyards
817-626-7131
Pays tribute to the cowboys and cowgirls of the Lone Star State. Also come visit to see the Sterquell Wagon Collection, and the John Justin Trail of Fame. more... mapThomas Kinkade Gallery
302 Main Street • Fort Worth, TX 76102
Located in Sundance Square
817-335-1140
This gallery is an exclusive dealer of Thomas Kinkade, the most published artist in the United States. Kinkade is known as the living master of "Luminism," a studio technique that causes a completed painting to literally glow from within. The Thomas Kincade Gallery includes originals, limited edition reproductions, and gift items. mapVintage Flying Museum
505 North West 38th Street • Fort Worth, TX 76106
817-624-1935
This museum specializes in the restoration and preservation of vintage aircraft. Educational programs introduce people to the history of aviation, and the museum showcases fine examples of classic, historic airplanes, including biplanes and WWII-era aircraft. more... map
Parks, Gardens & Zoos
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
3220 Botanic Garden Boulevard • Fort Worth, TX 76107
817-871-7686
With over 2,500 species of plants, and twenty-one specialty gardens, the Fort Worth Botanical Garden is situated on one hundred nine lush acres that offer vibrant colours amidst the mesmerizing interplay of dappled light and shade. This is the oldest botanical garden in Texas, with a mission of enhancing the appreciation of the beauty represented by its multifarious flora, as well as increasing understanding of the world of plants through education. The types of gardens offered include rose gardens, perennial gardens, fragrance gardens, a four-seasons garden, a Japanese garden, and more. In addition, the Botanical Garden is an ideal place for meetings, events, weddings and children's activities, and includes a gift shop and a restaurant. more... mapFort Worth Water Gardens
Between Houston & Commerce Streets • Fort Worth, TX 76102
817-871-8700
This $6-million, 4.3-acre park of terraced concrete and cascading water is spread over four-and-one-half blocks of downtown. The Gardens depict a miniature mountain scene enhanced with rivers, waterfalls, and pools. Designed by Phillip Johnson of New York, the water park offers an oasis of other-worldly peace within the heart of the concrete, steel and glass of downtown Fort Worth, with three pools--- a quiet pool, an aerating pool, and an active pool, in which water cascades down a system of terraces. In short, it is a great place, conveniently located, to get away from the hustle and bustle, climb hills and canyons, and enjoy the peace that the setting and enchanting peripatetic waters offer. more...Fort Worth Zoo
1989 Colonial Parkway • Fort Worth, TX 76110
817-871-7050
This zoo is rated among the best in the nation, with over six thousand native and exotic species, and programs in conservation and education. There are kids' fun corners providing fun and educational activities for children, and a plethora of exhibits that include Wild Texas, Raptor Canyon, World of Primates, Asian Falls, African Savannah, Meerkat Mounds, Koala Outback, Komodo Dragons, Thundering Plains, and a Herpetarium. In addition to all of these fun and educational exhibits, the zoo is also involved in ongoing conservation projects to preserve animals that are in danger of disappearing in a world that is increasingly hostile and inhospitable to natural habitats. more... map
Tours & Cruises
Stockyards Trails Walking Tour
130 East Exchange Avenue • Fort Worth, TX 76106
817-625-9715
This hour-long guided walk through the Stockyards National Historic District leaves from the Stockyards Visitor Center, and winds through the charming district. This area, where once cattle were bought and sold, now supports a thriving nightlife, attractions, entertainment, shopping, and is home to the new AmeriSuites Hotel. more... map
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