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AMON CARTER MUSEUM OF

American

ART

- Located in the heart of Fort Worth’s Cultural District, the Amon Carter Museum of American Art explores the breadth and complexity of American creativity through an important and dynamic art collection. The Carter opened in 1961 to benefit its community by sharing the wonder of American art, fostering the growth of a vibrant cultural spirit, and stimulating everyone’s artistic imagination. Housed in a building designed by Philip Johnson (1906-2005), the Carter features one of the great collections of American art including masterworks of painting, sculpture, and works on paper by artists such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Jacob Lawrence, John Singer Sargent, Frederic Church, Thomas Eakins, Grant Wood, Alexander Calder, and Stuart Davis. The Carter is also home to a world-renowned photography collection that spans the history of the medium from the 19th century to today. It is also home to Amon G. Carter Sr.’s collection of nearly 400 works by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell, two of the most significant artists of the American West. Free. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. www.cartermuseum.org.

THE COWBOY CHANNEL - The Justin Studio at The Cowboy Channel broadcasts live daily shows such as Western Sports Round-Up and ProRodeo Tonight. It’s in 42 million homes on cable/satellite systems and can also be streamed online via The Cowboy Channel+ app at www.cowboychannelplus. com. Sign up and start streaming all your favorite PRCA rodeos for just $9.99 a month! Get behind-thescenes experience when you plan your trip to the Fort Worth Stockyards with a tour of the state-of-the-art 368 seat broadcast television studio. Tours Mon.-Fri.

11:45 a.m. & 4:15 p.m. directly after the twice-daily cattle drive. All tours have the option to attend a live one-hour production of Western Sports Round-Up, starting at 5 p.m. To book a tour email tours@thecowboychannel.com or call 817-989-2727. 130 E. Exchange Ave. www.thecowboychannel.com.

FORT WORTH BOTANIC GARDEN - The Rose Garden was started in 1934 and now has more than 3400 roses with peak blooming times Apr.-Oct. Stroll through the Japanese Garden with its waterfalls, pools, and Koi fish, smell the herbs in the Perennial Garden, examine the large collection of begonias in the Exhibition Greenhouse, and go into the Conservatory to see orchids and bromeliads. The Fragrance Garden is available to those with visual impairment. Ages 16-64 $12, 6-15 $6, 65+ $10. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Hour-long docent tours are offered for an additional $1. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817392-5510, www.fwbg.org.

THE FORT WORTH HERD-TEXAS LONGHORNSDaily cattle drives through the Stockyards National Historic District recall the Fort Worth of the late 1800s. Weather permitting, cowhands dressed in 19th century ranching gear drive 10 to 15 heads of Texas longhorn steers down Exchange Ave. twice a day. Best viewing areas for the drives are the front lawn of the Livestock Exchange Building or across the street near the The Cowboy Channel Office that sits in front of Hyatt Place. The Herd also offers education pro- grams based on the trailing life of a cowboy for school groups and other organizations by appointment. 11:30 a.m. & 4 p.m. daily. 817-336-4373, www. fortworthherd.com.

FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & HISTORY provides hands-on learning experiences for all ages. Discover the cosmos in the Noble Planetarium, unearth ancient fossils in DinoDig, and imagine Jurassic creatures with DinoGlow. The Children’s Museum has long been a destination for our community’s youngest explorers. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 12-64 $16, 65+ $14, 3-11 $12, under three free. 1600 Gendy St. 817-255-9300, www.fwmuseum.org.

FORT WORTH WATER GARDENS - Built in 1974, Philip Johnson and John Burgee’s design for the Fort Worth Water Garden was to be a “cooling oasis in the concrete jungle.” The main elements of the design are three pools of water: the meditation pool; the aerating pool and the active pool where water runs over layers of rocks and steps to a small pool 38 feet below. Special lighting makes the night sparkle. Numerous plants and trees also decorate the Water Gardens. The site was used as the backdrop for some scenes from the film Logan’s Run in 1976. 1502 Commerce St. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. Information 817-392-7111, reservations 817-392-5718.

FORT WORTH ZOO - Ranked the No. 1 zoo in North America by USA Today, a trip to the Fort Worth Zoo is an adventure where you’ll see animals from around the world that all seem at home in their lush, natural habitats. In many settings, visitors are only separated from the animals by a river or waterfall, and are often faceto-face with them through large viewing windows! Home to more than 7000 animals, the Zoo is in the midst of a four-phase, $100-million master plan. The first phase, African Savanna, opened in April 2018, and the second phase, Elephant Springs, opened in April 2021. Visitors can also explore Texas Wild!, a turn-of-the-century complex featuring six regions of the state. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 365 days a year. Ages 13+ $16, 3-12 & 65+ $12, under three free. Halfprice on Wed. Parking $5/vehicle. 1989 Colonial Pkwy. 817-759-7500, www.fortworthzoo.org.

JOHN WAYNE: AN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE -

I don’t know anyone who doesn’t want to giddyap back to yesteryear, and this exhibit is your invitation to saddle up. Fort Worth was deemed the perfect place to honor Wayne’s iconic marriage of rugged western sensibility to the glamour of the silver screen, and I couldn’t agree more. Ten thousand square feet of exhibition space lead you through the Duke’s robust life, from childhood on. Of course, his iconic movie career is highlighted with things you don’t want to miss seeing in person like costumes, prop features, and his True Grit Oscar, but lesser known aspects of John Wayne are highlighted, too. Did you know he was a Grammynominated poet? Hear recitations in his own voice alongside never-before-seen correspondence and photos, all curated by the Wayne family to ensure a comprehensive capture of their fabled relative. The experience is rounded off with a colossal offering of limited-edition merchandise and a lounge that fea- tures Duke Bourbon among other drinks. Cheers! 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. 2501 Rodeo Pl. 682-224-0956, www.johnwayne.com/experience.

KIMBELL ART MUSEUM - One of the outstanding art museums in the United States, the Kimbell is housed in an award-winning building: the last completed work under supervision of architect Louis I. Kahn. In addition to an excellent permanent collection, the museum offers a full program of changing exhibitions, lectures, concerts, films, workshops, and tours. There’s also a bookstore and a chic restaurant on site, and happy hour every Fri. 5-7 p.m. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. noon-8 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mondays. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-3328451, www.kimbellart.org.

LOG CABIN VILLAGE - Set on 2.5 acres in historic Forest Park, Log Cabin Village consists of seven log homes dating back to the mid-1800s. Pioneer history comes to life through the authentic log homes and artifacts, a blacksmith shop, a one-room schoolhouse, a water powered gristmill and an herb garden. See historical interpreters demonstrate various pioneer chores such as candle making, spinning, and weaving. Special tours available. Tues.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Closed Sun. & Mon. Ages 18+ $7, 4-17 & 60+ $6. Under four free. 2100 Log Cabin Village Ln. 817-392-5881, www.logcabinvillage.org.

MODERN ART MUSEUM OF FORT WORTH -

Designed by the world-renowned architect Tadao Ando, this striking building is composed of five pavilions of concrete and glass arranged around a 1.5 acre reflecting pond. The Modern maintains one of the foremost collections of postwar art in the central United States, consisting of more than 3000 significant works of modern and contemporary international art, including pieces by Anselm Kiefer, Robert Motherwell, Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Gerhard Richter, Susan Rothenberg, Richard Serra, Andre Serrano, Cindy Sherman, and Andy Warhol. Visitors to the museum can also enjoy lunch in Café Modern’s elliptical dining room set on the reflecting pond or shop for unique gifts at The Modern Shop. Educational programming and the Museum’s film series, Magnolia at the Modern, take place in the Museum’s state-ofthe-art auditorium. Ages 18+ $16, seniors 60+ $12, students with ID $10, under 18 free. Half-price Sun. Free Fri. Access to Grand Lobby, Café Modern, and The Modern Shop is free. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Closed Mon. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www.themodern.org.

National Multicultural Western Heritage

MUSEUM - Through artifacts, artwork, historical records, and current events, the National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum offers a true perspective and a fuller and richer cultural view of the people and activities that contributed to the building of the historical American West. The museum has been committed to its vision of giving recognition to the outstanding pioneers of color who played a role in settling the early American western frontier since its founding in 2001 by Jim and Gloria Austin. The museum’s Hall of Fame also acknowledges individuals that have contributed to the western culture and tradition and continue to play a part in keeping this important piece of American history alive. Wed.-Sat. noon-4 p.m. by appointment. Ages 5-61 $10, 62+ & students with ID $8, under five free. Group rates available. 2029 N. Main St. 817-534-8801, gaustin@cowboysofcolor. org, www.cowboysofcolor.org.

NATIONAL COWGIRL MUSEUM & HALL OF FAME - Women of the American West are honored here, and it’s not only those who have lived and worked on ranches or sat on a horse in a rodeo arena. Also celebrated for their spirit and determination are the women who led an expedition to the Pacific Ocean, performed on a stage, sat at an easel, stood before a classroom, put pen to paper, aimed a rifle and hit the bulls eye, and sat on the highest court in the land. With more than 5000 artifacts and information on over 400 women, the musuem is located in Fort Worth’s Cultural District next to the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History. The museum’s motto is “The Women Who Shape the West…Change the World” also has an award-winning gift shop you will not want to miss.

Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 13-64 $12, 65+ & military/first responders $9, 4-12 $6, under four free. 1720 Gendy St. 817-3364475, 800-476-3263, www.cowgirl.net.

STOCKYARDS & STOCKYARDS STATION are unique places in Texas: an exciting blend of old and new. The livestock industry began to develop here in the 1880s. There were cattle, sheep, hog pens, and horse and mule barns. The original wooden barns burned in 1911 and were replaced with concrete and steel buildings. Stockyards Station is proudly dedicated to the preservation of the livestock industry. Evidence of that is the twice daily cattle drives at 11:30 a.m. & 4 p.m. Come and explore 14 restaurants, 13 bars, 35 shops and over 17 must-see attractions all surrounded by the rich history of the Fort Worth Stockyards. This is also where you can go to Billy Bob’s, the world’s largest honky tonk, historic Cowtown Coliseum and the Livestock Exchange Building. Stockyards Station’s event calendar is at www.stockyardsstation.com. Along Exchange Ave., 817-625-9715, www.fortworthstockyards.org.

STOCKYARDS MUSEUM - Located in the historic Livestock Exchange building and sponsored by the North Fort Worth Historical Society, the Stockyareds Museum displays cattlemen and cowboy photographs and equipment and photographs and artifacts from meat packers Swift & Co. and Armour & Co. A Native American exhibit features artifacts from several tribes with special emphasis on Comanche Chief Quannah Parker. Fun fact: an electric light bulb first turned on in 1908 at the Byers Opera House in Fort Worth is still burning at the museum. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sun. Ages 13+ $2, under 12 free. 131 E. Exchange Ave. 817-625-5082, www.stockyardsmuseum.org.

THE TEXAS COWBOY HALL OF FAME - Housed in the historic Exhibits Building in the Stockyards, the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame honors 140+ cowpokes who have excelled in and out of the rodeo arena. Honoring all areas of western heritage, the Hall of Fame is home to world champion rodeo stars, ranchers, western entertainers, business people, and more. Honorees include Lane Frost, Tuff Hedeman, Larry Mahan, Red Steagall, George Strait, Ricky Bolin, Charmayne James, Billy and Pam Minick, Chris Cox, Ty Murray, and Trevor Brazile, to name a few. Display booths for each honoree contain memorabilia and mementos of their careers and accomplishments. Also featured is the John Justin Trail of Fame. Be sure to ask about future TCHOF plans during your visit! Mon.-Tues. & Thurs. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Wed. Ages 5+ $5, under five free. 2515 Rodeo Pl. (across from Billy Bob’s) 817-626-7131, www.tchof.com.