History

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History
The surprising history of the Texas bluebonnet
Plus, where to take those perfect spring photos.
April 01, 2026 01:20 PM
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Nicholas Caballero
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The City of Fort Worth’s official mascot
Meet and learn the origins of Molly the cow, our city’s official mascot.
August 8, 2025
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Rebecca McRobbie
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History
Five-minute history: The beginning of “Where the West Begins”
From the city’s founding to current day, follow along with our short history of how Fort Worth came to be.
July 30, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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What’s in a name? 15 historic street names in Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX has over a century and a half of history. In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s oldest streets and how they got their names.
July 18, 2025
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Kate Mazade
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Your ultimate guide to tours of Fort Worth
Explore Cowtown through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
July 9, 2025
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Time to learn: 17 museums in Fort Worth
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, aviation enthusiast, or Western sports fan, these 17 museums in Fort Worth have it all.
June 25, 2025
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Culture
Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped
Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at a mall of Fort Worth’s past — plus hope for the future.
June 9, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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15 facts you didn’t know about Funkytown
We’re bringing you some interesting facts about Fort Worth and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give this a try.
May 30, 2025
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Staff
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Travel and Outdoors
Remembering Fort Worth’s hottest days on record
Fort Worth’s hottest days on record were June 26 + June 27, 1980, when Cowtown hit 113°.
May 19, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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Culture
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month around DFW
From festivals to exhibitions, commemorate the contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islanders with these upcoming events and year-round destinations.
May 2, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Bass Hall angel sculptures in Fort Worth, TX
Ever wondered about the history behind the angel sculptures downtown?
April 21, 2025
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Real Estate
Bang For Your Buck: $500K homes in Fort Worth
Get a bang for your buck with three homes currently on the market for ~$500,000 in Fort Worth.
March 3, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Fitness
Find your new training buddy at these 7 local running groups
Running groups can help you make friends while you pound the pavement.
February 25, 2026
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Kate Mazade
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City
Name that statue: A new installation graces downtown Fort Worth
Panther City pride just grew downtown. Learn what makes this installation unique and how you can help choose its name.
February 23, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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History
How a 1890s front bar from Weatherford ended up in Canada
We’re so close to cracking this mystery. Do you have any information on its origins?
February 20, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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15+ activities for retired locals in Fort Worth
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of retirement in Fort Worth.
February 19, 2026
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Kate Mazade
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Food
7 soul food spots near Fort Worth
From crispy catfish to smothered pork chops, here’s where to find comfort by the plateful — with all the fixins’.
February 17, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Events
Witness a 3,000-year-old tuna-cutting tradition with Dos Mares
On Wednesday, Feb. 25, FTW’s newest Mexican seafood restaurant will host its first exclusive “El Ronqueo de Atun.”
February 13, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Events
Mardi Gras events in Fort Worth
“Laissez les bons temps rouler” — Let the good times roll in Panther City.
February 12, 2026
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Kate Mazade
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Culture
Behind the lens: Meet the photographer behind Fort Worth People
Fort Worth-born photographer Ontario Mireles just wants to make people smile with his camera.
February 11, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings
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Culture
Fort Worth monks reach DC, concluding their Walk for Peace
In October, 19 Buddhist monks from the Huong Dao temple in east Fort Worth embarked on a journey afoot with one mission — to spread peace.
February 10, 2026
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Elizabeth Hastings