3 Best Landmarks in Fort Worth, TX

“Fort Worth Stockyards was the center of Fort Worth's livestock industry during the late 19th century. The site is a 98-acre area encompassing much of the district that was officially recognized and listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Fort Worth Stockyards Historic District. This district includes a former livestock market that has been in operation since 1866 under various ownerships. The North Fort Worth Historical Society established the museum in 1989 and found its home in the iconic Exchange Building. From the original brick walkways to the wooden corrals, every inch of the Stockyards tells the rich history of Texas’s famous livestock industry.”

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“Fort Worth Museum of Science and History aims to engage diverse communities through creative, vibrant programs and exhibits that interpret science and the stories of Texas and the Southwest. The museum features engaging galleries such as DinoLabs, Innovation Studios, and the Fort Worth Children's Museum. It originally opened in 1945 as the Fort Worth Children's Museum. Architects Legorreta + Legorreta and Gideon Toal designed the 166,000-square-foot facility. The museum includes the Noble Planetarium and the Omni Theater. It offers visitors a range of services, including accommodations, promotions, scheduling assistance, and a natural research environment. Members enjoy a full year of adventure learning with free access to the museum, parking, and guest passes. A valid membership card and ID provide free admission for two adults and two children.”

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“Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth is an acclaimed contemporary complex with a reflecting pool and a collection of over 3,000 post–World War II artworks. The works are displayed in a serene concrete-and-glass building designed by Tadao Ando, surrounded by a 1.5-acre reflecting pool. The museum’s collection of nearly 2,600 objects also supports important temporary exhibitions. Visitors can enjoy an excellent dining experience at Café Modern, located in an elliptical dining room overlooking the reflective pond. The museum hosts unique programming, including seminars, films, and studio and gallery events. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth also features elegant facilities ideal for hosting personal, corporate, and special occasion events. The museum offers half-price admission on Sundays and free admission on Fridays. Admission is also free for children under 18.”

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