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 City history stylishly presented in historical building |
Second Street at Commerce Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 United States +1 817 255 9300 http://www.fwmuseum.org/exhibi... |
Fort Worth's oldest fire station is apt for an exhibit celebrating the city's history. This station housed active firefighters from 1907-1980. In 1984, it reopened for the Texas Sesquicentennial with a new collection of memorabilia entitled "150 Years of Fort Worth." Photographs, assorted historical documents, paintings, posters and other artifacts from the late 1800s to the 1990s' chronicle of the city's progress, from military outpost to cattle market to thriving modern city. Groups may schedule private tours two weeks in advance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic building in the Stockyards |
131 East Exchange Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76106 United States |
Located in the Fort Worth Stockyards, this adobe-style building was constructed in 1902 as a center for cattle traders. It was the central location for all activity in the Stockyards and often referred to as "The Wall Street of the West. Today, the building houses professional services and the North Fort Worth Historical Society Museum, which features artifacts from the beginning of the development of the Stockyards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic Fort Worth cattle market |
131 East Exchange Fort Worth, TX 76106 United States +1 817 624 4741 http://www.fortworthstockyards... |
This is a great way to experience Fort Worth's history. The Stockyards was once the second-largest cattle market in the world. Renovated for tourism in 1976, the district brims with entertainment, including restaurants, shopping and Wild West performances. Annual events include the Chishold Trail Round-up, held annually in June, and the Fort Worth Stockshow and Rodeo, held annually beginning in January. Visit Stockyards Station, where there is even a small children's amusement park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Historic Cattle Baron Era mansion |
1509 Pennsylvania Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76104 United States +1 817 336 1212 http://www.ThistleHill.org |
Lavish elegance and opulence are the foundation of this Georgian Revival house. Built in 1903 during the Cattle Baron Era of the West, Thistle Hill was designed and occupied by Electra Waggoner—daughter of cattleman William T. Waggoner—and her husband. Today it is considered a historic landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.The house contains 18 rooms, each filled with turn-of-the century furnishings. Oak-paneled halls and solid limestone pillars are just a few of the fine craftsmanship details. The house is known as much for its architectural design elements as it is for the families who occupied it. Guided tours, which begin on the hour, are offered to provide insight on the family and the house's design and creation, as well as on local history. Tour times are W-F 11, 12, 1 & 2; Su 1, 2 & 3. Admission: Adults $15 Children (6-12) $7.50 Admission includes a tour of both Thistle Hill and The Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge home to auctions and entertainment |
3300 West Lancaster Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76107 United States +1 817 871 8150 http://www.fwculture.com/wroge... |
Built in 1936, the Will Rogers Memorial Center attracts more than 2 million visitors each year. This 85 acre network of buildings plays host to auctions, entertainment and sporting events, etc. The Coliseum, which holds 8,000 people, hosts the Southwestern exposition and livestock show and Rodeo as well as other sporting and equestrian events. Broadway productions and concerts take place in the Will Rogers Auditorium, which seats 2,856. Banquet facilities are available. The Will Rogers Equestrian Center is one of the top livestock facilities in the world, with more than 1,000 stalls. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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