Your journey of discovery begins here and can be as expansive as the
imagination allows. Discover the distinct personalities, flavors and
themes that flow within Dallas/Fort Worth & Beyond's many
communities. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a long-time
fan of the region, you're sure to uncover something you'll
never forget.
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American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum
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4601 Hwy.360 at FAA Road, Texas, 76155
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Phone: (817) 967-1560
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Phone 2: (817) 967-5904
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Experience the history of commercial aviation. This exciting establishment acquaints visitors with American Airlines, from its humble beginnings through five eras of flight. Activities include interactive displays, video presentations, hands-on exhibits, a large screen movie presentation and other educational, flight-related activities. Housed in a glass hangar, a restored 1940s DC-3, the Flagship Knoxville, welcomes visitors. Superb gift shop.
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Billy Bob's Texas
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2520 Rodeo Plaza, Stockyards, Texas, 76106
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Phone: (817) 624-7117
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Phone 2: (817) 589-1711
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Country Music’s Club of the Year. Open daily-families welcome. Entertainment nightly with the biggest stars in country music and pro bullriding every weekend. Convention facilities. www.billybobstexas.com.
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Bureau of Engraving & Printing Western Currency Facility
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9000 Blue Mound Rd., Texas, 76131
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Phone: (817) 231-4000
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Phone 2: (866) 865-1194
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Watch U.S. paper currency roll off the presses during a free one-hour guided tour of the production process. Over half of the nation' paper currency is produced at this facility. The Visitor Center includes two floors of interactive exhibits and displays, elevated tour walkway, 75 seat high-definition theater and retail sales shop.
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Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
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1501 Montgomery St.,, Texas, 76107
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Phone: (817) 255-9300
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Phone 2: (888) 255-9300
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Fort Worth Museum of Science and History 1501 Montgomery St, Fort Worth 817-255-9300 or 1-888-255-9300. The Museum is currently under construction , set to open late 2009. During construction, some exhibits are offered on the first floor of the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame. The renovated Omni IMAX Theater is open throughout construction.
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Kimbell Art Museum
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3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Texas, 76107
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Phone: (817) 332-8451
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World-renowned collection of art from antiquity to the 20th century, including European masterpieces, Greek and Roman antiquities, and Egyptian, Near Eastern, Asian, Mesoamerican and African art.
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Marty Leonard Community Chapel - Lena Pope Home
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3131 Sanquinet, Texas, 76107
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Phone: (817) 255-2576
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Phone 2: (817) 731-9858
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The world famous E. Fay Jones described his Chapel design as an instrument for nature to play its music, and, by the way the light and shadows move and change, he had tuned it so that the music changes throughout the day and year. This architecturally significant building that reflects the influence of Jones' study with Frank Lloyd Wright. Tours for all ages. Free.
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Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
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3200 Darnell St. at University Dr., Texas, 76107
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Phone: (817) 738-9215
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Phone 2: (866) 824-5566
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The Modern focuses on post World War II international modern and contemporary art, including paintings, sculpture, works on paper and international contemporary photography.
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth’s building was designed by the award-winning Japanese architect Tadao Ando.
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Oscar E. Monnig Meteorite Gallery at TCU
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2950 W. Bowie, Room 240 in the Sid Richardson Building, Texas, 76109
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Phone: (817) 257-6277
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Would you like to hold a piece of the solar system in your hand? Would you like to touch a piece of Mars? The Monnig Meteorite Gallery can provide you with this experience. By visiting the gallery, you will have the opportunity to explore the mysteries of meteorites! Meteorites are the oldest materials known – even older than our 4.5 billion-year-old Earth! Learn how to identify a meteorite, experience a hands-on encounter with different types of meteorites, and create your own terrestrial impact crater. For an "out-of-this-world" experience, bring your friends and family to get acquainted with our spectacular "visitors" from space. No fee for admission.
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Sid Richardson Museum
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309 Main St., Texas, 76102
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Phone: (817) 332-6554
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Phone 2: (817) 332-8671
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Permanent exhibit of paintings by premier Western artists, Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell.
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Texas Civil War Museum
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760 Jim Wright Frwy., Texas, 76108
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Phone: (817) 246-2323
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Phone 2: (817) 246-3951
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Largest Civil War Museum west of the Mississippi River. Extensive Union/Confederate artifacts, Victorian dresses and theatre.
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Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame
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128 E. Exchange Ave, Texas, 76106
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Phone: (817) 626-7131
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Phone 2: (817) 626-7171
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The Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, which pays tribute to 58 of the top cowboys and cowgirls in Texas. The museum is located in Barn A, in what was once the horse and mule barns in the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards.
The Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame honors Texas men and women who have excelled in the sports of rodeo and cutting. Also included are the Sterquell Wagon Collection and the John Justin Trail of Fame. The Sterquell is billed as "the world’s largest lifestyle wagon collection" and features more than 60 antique wagons, carriages and sleighs. The John Justin Trail of Fame pays tribute to one of Fort Worth’s own, who spent a lifetime building the Justin Boot Company and became one of the city’s most prominent civic leaders.
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Waterchase Golf Club
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8951 Creek Run Road, Texas
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Phone: (817) 861-4653
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Superb playing conditions and our friendly staff await you at this acclaimed 18-hole Championship Golf Course. Just minutes from Six Flags and Rangers Ballpark off of I-30 W.
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"Texas Wild!" at the Fort Worth Zoo"
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1989 Colonial Parkway, Texas
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Phone: (817) 759-7500
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This nationally ranked zoo is home to animals from around the globe! The Texas Wild! exhibit highlights flora and fauna native to the state, and features tons of hands-on activities for kids.
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Amon Carter Museum
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3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Texas, 76107
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Phone: (817) 738-1933
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The Amon Carter Museum was established through the generosity of Amon G. Carter Sr. (1879 – 1955), to house his collection of paintings and sculpture by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell; to collect, preserve, and exhibit the finest examples of American art; and to serve an educational role through exhibitions, publications, and programs devoted to the study of American art.
Designed by renowned and award-winning architect, Philip Johnson, the museum’s original architect, he also designed and completed the building’s most recent expansion in 2001.
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Bass Performance Hall
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525 Commerce St., Texas, 76104
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Phone: (817) 212-4200
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Phone 2: (817) 212-4325
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The Bass Performance Hall was named "one of the top 10 opera houses in the world" by Travel + Leisure. The crown jewel of downtown Fort Worth is named after the Nancy Lee and Perry R. Bass. This acclaimed, multi-purpose facility is the permanent home of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, the Texas Ballet Theater, the Fort Worth Opera, the Cliburn Concerts, and the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, as well as special presentations by Casa Mañana. Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, Texas, also regularly hosts popular musical performers of all kinds.
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Burger's Lake
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1200 Meandering Road, Texas, 76114
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Phone: (817) 737-3414
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Located in Fort Worth, Texas, Burger’s Lake offers summer fun for everyone. Burger’s Lake is a 30-acre park featuring a one-acre spring-fed lake for swimming. Our facility includes:
- Two sandy beaches for sunning; wonderful big trees for shade
- A complete staff of certified lifeguards
- Over 300 picnic tables
- Six diving boards, a 20-foot slide and 25-foot trapeze
- Charcoal grills for cooking
- Plus much, much more!!!
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Cultural District of Fort Worth
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3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Texas
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Phone: (817) 336-8791
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The Fort Worth Cultural District, home to five wonderful museums in a relaxing, park-like setting is a great place to start your tour. Throughout the city, you’ll also find museums devoted to Western heritage and Fort Worth’s colorful past. It’s no wonder Fort Worth is considered "the museum capital of the Southwest."
Enjoy the National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame, Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, the Amon Carter Museum, the Kimbell Art Museum, and the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.
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Fort Worth Botanic Garden & Japanese Garden
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3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Texas, 76107
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Phone: (817) 871-7686
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The Fort Worth Botanic Garden, the oldest botanic garden in Texas, is a lush 109-acre tapestry of dappled shade and vibrant splashes of color. A peaceful haven nestled in the heart of Fort Worth' Cultural District, the Garden is home to over 2,500 species of native and exotic plants that flourish in its 21 specialty gardens.
Enjoy the classic European design of the famous Rose Garden, where 2000 roses dance in celebration of the diversity and beauty of our national flower. Meander down the enticing paths, past intriguing sculpture and hidden pocket plantings to the heart of the garden. Sheltered benches invite you to sit, relax, breathe, and contemplate. Take time to stroll through the world-renowned Japanese Garden, with its koi-filled pools, dramatic waterfalls, sculpted hillsides, and meticulously crafted stonework.
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Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive
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Historic Fort Worth Stockyards, 131 E. Exchange Avenue, Suite 215, Texas, 76106
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Phone: (817) 336-4373
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Experience the world’s only twice daily cattle drive as Fort Worth’s herd of Texas Longhorn steers are driven down the bricks of historic Exchange Avenue in the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards. The Herd is driven by authentic cowboys and cowgirls in period clothing from the era of 1865.
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Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge
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9601 Fossil Ridge Road, Texas, 76135
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Phone: (817) 237-1111
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At the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge explore the Texas wilderness that greeted the first pioneers. You’ll see native wildlife and plants – including buffalo, white-tailed deer and Texas wildflowers – as you discover 25 miles of trails. The 3,600-acre sanctuary is the largest city-owned nature center in the United States and offers visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural history of north central Texas. The Center is located just 10 miles from downtown Fort Worth. The Hardwicke Interpretive Center includes nature programs, exhibits, and a library.
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Fort Worth Water Gardens
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1502 Commerce St., Texas
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Phone: (817) 871-5755
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The Water Gardens were designed by noted New York architects Philip Johnson and John Burgee and was dedicated to the City of Fort Worth by the Amon G. Carter Foundation. The park is frequently billed as a "cooling oasis in the concrete jungle" of downtown. Its focal points are three pools of water; the quiet meditation pool, the aerating pool which feature multiple fountains and the active pool which has water cascading 38 feet (11 meters) down terraces and steps into a small pool at the bottom. It also has over 500 species of plants and trees throughout the park.
Part of the film Logan’s Run was filmed in the active pool at the Water Gardens in 1976.
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Fort Worth Zoo
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1989 Colonial Parkway, Texas, 76110
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Phone: (817) 759-7500
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Phone 2: (817) 759-7501
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The nationally ranked Fort Worth Zoo is home to nearly 500 animal species and a world-famous reptile collection. The Zoo was recently selected the number one attraction in the Dallas / Fort Worth area by Zagat Survey.
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Log Cabin Village
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2100 Log Cabin Village Lane, Texas, 76109
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Phone: (817) 926-5881
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Nestled on three acres in historic Forest Park, Log Cabin Village consists of nine historic structures dating back to the mid-1800s. Texas history comes to life through the authentic log homes and artifacts, blacksmith shop, one-room schoolhouse, smokehouse, water powered gristmill and herb garden. Interact with historical interpreters as they demonstrate various frontier chores like candle making, spinning, weaving, and more.
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Mrs Baird's Bread
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7301 South Freeway, Texas, 76134
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Phone: (817) 615-3050
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Crumb on Over -
Whether you are looking for a great field trip or for a fun day out with the family, Mrs Baird’s invites you to tour one of our four Texas bakeries. The smell of fresh-baked bread can’t be beat and it’s a wonderful learning opportunity for the kids to see a bakery in action, not to mention a nostalgic trip down memory lane for many of those who were raised on Mrs Baird’s Bread and toured the facilities as children.
Even today, with all of our technology, each loaf of Mrs Baird’s bread is twisted with care to ensure that it’s as moist and flavorful as the last. Come see and taste for yourself.
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Mrs. Baird's Bakery Tour
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7301 South Freeway, Texas
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Phone: (817) 615-3050
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Tour Mrs Baird’s Bakeries and see firsthand how Mrs Baird’s Bread is baked. Tour reservations are granted on a first come, first serve basis, so we recommend you contact the bakery you wish to tour at least two to three weeks in advance. Scheduling a time in the morning is a good idea during hot weather months.
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National Cowboys of Color Museum & Hall of Fame
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3400 Mount Vernon Ave., Texas
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Phone: (817) 534-8801
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The fascinating National Cowboys of Color Museum was started to acknowledge the contributions of Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, European Americans, and African Americans in the settlement of the Western American Frontier. The story of these trail-blazing cowboys is told through artwork, photos, and other historical items—offering a new perspective of diversity, struggle, and triumph in the Old West.
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Rahr & Sons Brewing Company
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701 Galveston Ave, Texas, 76104
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Phone: (817) 810-9266
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The Rahr family has been making beer for generations. In fact, our history of beer making in the United States is older than Fort Worth itself.
Rahr’s Bucking Bock has won a Bronze Medal at the 2008 World Beer Cup Competition. This is Rahr’s first medal at the World Beer Cup.
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Stockyards National Historic District
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130 E. Exchange Avenue, Texas
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Phone: (817) 624-4741
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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Fort Worth Stockyards' National Historic District is a great place to celebrate the romance and mystique of the American West.
The Fort Worth Stockyards' National Historic District covers 125 acres — 15 square blocks of tradition, nightlife, and family fun. You can take in a thrilling rodeo. See the world' only daily cattle drive. Hear live country stars. Sip a cold brew in an authentic saloon. Two-step the night away. Shop for authentic cowboy gear. And dine on satisfying Texas-style cuisine. If you like, you can even take a guided tour of the entire area.
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Sundance Square
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201 Main Street, Texas, 76102
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Phone: (817) 255-5700
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Phone 2: (817) 339-7139
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Today In Sundance Square, you'll find something for everyone. The many restaurants range from casual to elegant, from intimate dining to a family-style atmosphere. Lining the blocks, you'll find notable stores and other speciality boutiques. Sundance Square is also home to one of the world's finest concert/performance halls and is a premier address for urban residential properties. Day or night, there's a high-energy ambience in the air in Sundance Square. A feeling of excitement, innovation and fun.
Throughout this 35 block development, historic markers note significant historical buidlings and the Chisholm Trail Mural is not to be missed. Parking is free evenings and weekends in the Sundance Square garages.
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Tarrant County Courthouse
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100 E. Weatherford, Texas
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This is one of architectural masterpieces of the city. It serves as the terminus of Main Street and it sits high on the bluff of the Trinity River. It was designed by Gunn and Curtiss Architects of Kansas City and it is a striking example of American Beaux Arts Design. Probst & Co. from Chicago was the General Contractor.
It was modeled after the Texas Capitol Building in Austin and uses pink granite. It was one of the first structural steel framed buildings built in the Southwestern United States. The courthouse is 194 feet in height.
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Texas Motor Speedway
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3601 Highway 114, Texas, 76177
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Phone: (817) 215-8500
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Texas Motor Speedway, one of the largest sports and entertainment facilities in the country with seating for over 100,000. Enjoy NASCAR’s three national series – NEXTEL Cup, Busch and Craftsman Truck – will each make two appearances during the 2007 season while the Indy Racing League IndyCar Series® rounds out the action-packed season of racing.
Seven driving schools offer visitors a chance to get behind the wheel and experience the thrill of auto racing. Choose from NASCAR stock cars, authentic NEXTEL Cup Cars, IRL Style Cars, Chevy Z-06 Corvette Race Cars and Sprint Cars.
Tours of the facility include: Track Laps (subject to availability), Pit Road, Gift Shop, Luxury Suites, Victory Lane , and Concourse.
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