The Livestock Exchange Building now houses the North Fort Worth Historical Society Museum. | Photo by FTWtoday
Need a way to spend a rainy fall afternoon? Learn something new about Fort Worth with these museums that couldn’t be more Cowtown.
Stockyards Museum, 131 E. Exchange Ave. | $0-$2
Located in the 1902 Livestock Exchange Building, a collection of artifacts, photos, and exhibits document everything from Fort Worth’s Native American connections, and the Chisholm Trail, to the livestock market.
Don’t miss:Walk around the corner from the museum to see the cattle brands.
Sid Richardson Museum, 309 Main St. | Free
Located in Sundance Square, this museum for the American West was founded by the late oilman and philanthropist Sid Williams Richardson.
Don’t miss: 60+ creations by artists Frederic Remington and Charles Russell collected since the 1940s.
The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame was established in 1975 in Hereford and moved for Fort Worth in 1994. | Photo by FTWtoday
National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, 1720 Gendy St. | $0-$12
The only museum in the world dedicated to honoring women in the West features not only horsewomen, but female pioneers in the arts, humanitarian efforts, business, education, and writing.
Don’t miss: The “Sergeant Reckless” horse statue in Alice Walton Park.
Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, 2515 Rodeo Plaza | $0-$4
The gallery honors 150+ individuals who have shown excellence in competition and business of rodeo and Western lifestyle in the Lone Star State.
Don’t miss: The world’s largest lifestyle wagon collection with 60+ antique wagons, carriages, and sleighs.
John Wayne: An American Experience, 2501 Rodeo Plaza | $0-$22.95
Located in the heart of the Stockyards, the gallery traces the actor’s life through 400 pieces of personal and professional memorabilia. Walk through Marion Robert Morrison’s career as “The Duke” and how he epitomized the American dream both in real life and on-screen.
Pro Tip: Stop by the John Wayne Stock and Supply for commemorative art, leather goods + signature beverages.
TCU Mens Basketball | Time TBA | Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena | $8+ | The Horned Frogs will tip off against the Florida A&M Rattlers in the home opener.
Tuesday, Nov. 5
“Mrs. Doubtfire” | Tuesday, Nov. 5-Sunday, Nov. 10 | Times vary | Bass Performance Hall | $44+ | Grab last-minute tickets to see the Scottish nanny-slash-out of work actor who will do anything for his kids
Wednesday, Nov. 6
Feast of Sharing Returns | 3-7 p.m. | Dickies Arena | Free | Volunteer at the annual community event that features a Texas-style holiday meal and festival.
Thursday, Nov. 7
Namaste & Sip | 5:30-7 p.m. | Blackland Distillery | $25 | Join Blackland Distillery and Bumble Bee Yoga Co. for a stretch session and a locally crafted cocktail.
Friday, Nov. 8
Fort Worth Greek Festival | 10 a.m.-10 p.m. | St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church | $5+ | Enjoy Greek meals, pick up baked and frozen dishes, and tour the church sanctuary.
Bye bye, courthouse lines. Fort Worth Municipal Court now allows residents to pay citations in cash at CVS, Walgreens, and other retail locations. Payments can be made outside court hours and processed in real-time via a service called VanillaDirect Pay.
Shop
Lone Star Dry Goods has moved to The District, Willow Park’s entertainment hub, and we’re ready to go shopping. The mart is known for its curation of quality outdoor apparel and gear, carrying brands like Patagonia, Red Wing Shoes, Leatherman + more.
Mansion Monday
Who needs a residence when you could have a resort?Tour this 6-BD, 8-BA home that just hit the market in Bella Flora. The circular driveway with a three-tiered fountain leads to a grand entry with a helical staircase and crystal chandelier. Don’t miss the 300+ bottle wine room.
Ranked
No. 3. That’s what the DFW metroplex ranked on WalletHub’s list of the nation’s best warm-weather travel destinations. Other Lone Star State winter vacation spots included Austin at No. 4, Houston at No. 6, and San Antonio at No. 11. (CultureMap)
Eat
Have you tried Fort Worth’s newest foodie hotspot? Sumo Smash, located in Presidio Towne Crossing, serves Angus beef burgers, ramen, and sandwiches between steamed bao buns for those who want the best of both worlds. (CultureMap)
Outdoors
Fort Worth is standardizing operating hours for public parks effective Jan. 1, 2025. Currently, some parks close at 11:30 p.m., with others closing at dusk. Under the new regulation, all parks will be open to the public from 5 a.m.-10 p.m.
Holiday
Hoping to skip the prep this year? Toro Toro is hosting Thanksgiving dinner with Pan-Latin flair (think: Thanksgiving classics + short rib empanadas) on Nov. 28, 5-10 p.m. Tickets for the three-course meal are $95.
Weather
Will this week finally feel like fall? WFAA meteorologist Pete Delkus shared a 14-day forecast to help your plan your week.
Sports
“America’s Team” headed east to line up against the Atlanta Falcons yesterday. Get a full game recap from the local experts of the Dallas Cowboys with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Home
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