Museums

 

African-American Museum

3536 Grand Avenue, Fair Park

Dallas, TX  75210

214-565-9026

The African American Museum is dedicated to visual arts and documents that relate to the African American community. It is the only museum in the Southwestern U. S. devoted to the preservation and display of African American artistic, cultural and historical materials. Living African American culture is experienced through entertaining and educational programs presented in the theater, studio arts area and classrooms. See the free collection Tuesday – Friday, 12 to 5 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.

 

American Museum of Miniature Arts

2001 N. Lamar Street, Suite 100 

Dallas, TX  75202

214-969-5502

The American Museum of Miniature Arts has a unique permanent collection of dollhouses, miniatures, dolls, and antique toys, as well as private collections on loan to the museum and traveling exhibits featuring renowned artisans. More than a showcase, the museum's exhibits are designed to reinforce an appreciation for craftsmanship, design, lifestyles and other cultural aspects. Hours are 9a.m. –  5p.m. Monday – Saturday,

1 – 5 p.m. on Sunday.

 

Amon Carter Museum

3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard

Fort Worth, TX  76107

817-738-1933

The Amon Carter Museum was established through the generosity of Amon G. Carter Sr. to collect, preserve, and exhibit the finest examples of American art.  The Carter offers an ongoing array of programs, from lectures by visiting artists and scholars to extended education opportunities, family events, children’s programs, and a book club. Admission to the permanent collection is free. Hours are: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sunday Noon – 5 p.m. Closed Mondays and major holidays. 

 

Arlington Museum Of Art

201 W. Main Street

Arlington, TX  76010

817-275-4600

Located in an art moderne 1950s former department store building, the Arlington Museum of Art exists to champion creativity and provide access to art for the cultural enrichment and economic development of the community. Hours are: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 1 – 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday Noon – 5 p.m.  Admission is free, but donations are welcome. 

 

Audie Murphy American Cotton Museum

600 Interstate Highwway 30

Greenville, TX  75401

903-454-4502

The Audie Murphy/American Cotton Museum is dedicated to the preservation of the history of the American cotton industry, as well as the history of Hunt County, Texas and the northern Texas Blackland Prairie. Located in historic Greenville, the Museum physical plant includes the Ende-Gaillard House, the oldest house in Greenville, a cotton patch, and picnic areas.  Open hours: Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.

 

Bayless-Selby House Museum

317 W. Mulberry Street

Denton, TX  76201

940-349-2865

Mildred Hawk, a member of the Denton County Historical Commission, purchased the house at auction, and in April, 1998 gave the house for restoration as a museum. The house was moved to its present location in the Historical Park and restoration took just over three years. The house was opened as the Bayless-Selby House Museum September, 2001.  The free museum is open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. - Noon & 1 – 3 p.m. 

 

Bolin Wildlife Museum

1028 N. McDonald Street

McKinney, TX  75069

972-562-2639

 

C. R. Smith Museum

4601 Highway 360

Fort Worth, TX  76155

817-967-1560

One of the few museums in the world dedicated solely to commercial aviation, the American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum is a sight-and-sound, hands-on, window-seat look at the world of flight. It's an adventure offering you a chance to hear, see, touch and be a part of the exciting aviation industry. The museum is a non-profit organization funded by the generous gifts of corporate partners, AMR employees and retirees, and museum friends.  Hours are Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

 

Chestnut Square Museums

315 S. Chestnut Street

McKinney, TX  75069

972-562-8790

Chestnut Square Historic Village brings Collin County history to life with events, educational programs and tours. The collection of ten historic houses and buildings represent life in Collin County from 1850-1930. Docents lead public tours on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. Visit the website to learn about upcoming events.

 

Cold War Air Museum

850 Ferris Road

Lancaster, TX  75146

972-218-9700

Welcome to Авио База Ланкэстер (Avio Baza Lancaster — Lancaster Air Base), a little Soviet Air Base located just outside Dallas Texas!  The museum is open Saturdays from 10am to 4pm and by appointment.  The Cold War Air Museum is a non-profit educational institution whose mission is to exhibit, educate, and eternalize the role that Cold War aircraft, pilots, and other personnel had during this conflict. 

 

Confederate Air Force

650 Ferris Road

Lancaster, TX  75146

972-227-9119

 

Courthouse-On-The-Square Museum

110 W. Hickory Street

Denton, TX  76201

972-349-2850

The museum, located in historic the 1896 Denton County Courthouse, is supported by Denton County, the City of Denton, and the Denton County Historical Commission.  The focus is the history of the Denton area, and exhibits include Historic African American Families and Historic Hispanic Families, Living and Working on a Farm, Weaponry, Dolls, and Southwest American Indian Pottery.  The museum is open Monday - Friday

10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

 

Dallas Center of Contemporary Art

2801 Swiss Avenue

Dallas, TX  75204

214-821-2522

Dallas Contemporary presents art in a forum that cultivates artists, ignites learning, and inspires the community. It is committed to finding and exploring work that is new and unfamiliar, challenging and sometimes difficult, but deserves to come into view.  Visit the welcoming, high-ceilinged galleries filled with natural light.  The artspace is open Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and admission is free.

 

Dallas Fire Fighters Museum

3801 Parry Avenue

Dallas, TX  75226

214-821-1500

The Dallas Firefighters Museum is located in one of the city’s oldest remaining fire stations, built in 1907 and originally the home to Hook and Ladder Company No. 3. The Museum boasts a fantastic collection of fire apparatus including “Old Tige”, an 1884 horse-drawn steam pumper.  Hours are Wednesday - Saturday    9 a.m. - 4 p.m.  Admission is $4.00 for adults, $2.00 for children.

 

Dallas Heritage Village

1515 S. Harwood Street

Dallas, TX  75215

214-421-5141

Dallas Heritage Village collects, preserves and teaches the history of Dallas and North Central Texas. Located in historic Old City Park, the museum uses its collections of historic buildings and furnishings, representing the period 1840-1910, to sponsor research, publications and exhibits, and to present educational programs and special events for diverse audiences.  The village is open Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday Noon – 4 p.m.  Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for seniors, and $4 for children.

 

Dallas Historical Society

3939 Grand Avenue

Dallas, TX  75210

214-421-4500

The Dallas Historical Society was organized in 1922, by citizens who wished to encourage historical inquiry, and in 1938, the Society assumed the management of the magnificent, art deco, Hall of State.  The purpose of the Society is to institute and encourage historical inquiry; to collect, preserve, and exhibit the material of history; and to spread historical information, especially concerning Dallas and North Texas.  The Hall of State is presently closed for renovations.

 

Dallas Holocaust Memorial Center

211 N. Record Street, Suite 100 

Dallas, TX  75202

214-741-7500

The Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance is dedicated to preserving the memory of the Holocaust, and to teaching the moral and ethical response to prejudice, hatred and indifference, for the benefit of all humanity.”  Hours of Operations are Monday – Friday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.; admission is $6 for adults, $4 for students, seniors, and active military.

 

Dallas Museum Of Art

1717 N. Harwood Street

Dallas, TX  75201

214-922-1200

The DMA collects, preserves, presents, and interprets works of art of the highest quality from diverse cultures and periods, including those of our own time. They champion the power of art, embrace their responsibility to engage and educate the community, contribute to cultural knowledge, and advance creative endeavors.  Hours are Tuesday - Sunday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thursday – 9 p.m.; admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, and $5 for students.

 

Dallas Museum of Nature & Science

3535 Grand Avenue

Dallas, TX  75210

214-428-5555

The Museum of Nature & Science is the result of a 2006 merging of three cultural institutions – the Dallas Museum of Natural History (est. 1936), The Science Place (est. 1946) and the Dallas Children’s Museum (est. 1995). The Museum’s mission is to inspire minds through nature and science!  Visit the museum 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, Noon - 5 p.m. on Sunday; admissions vary.

 

Denton County Historical Museum

5800 N. Interstate 35 # 308

Denton, TX  76207

940-380-0877

Since 1979, the mission has been to collect, preserve, and display artifacts, and records reflecting the history of Denton County . Collections of family clothing, Bibles, photographs, newspaper clippings and legal documents comprise a major portion of the collection. The Museum has a reference library. As a non-profit entity, run by volunteers, the Museum depends upon gift shop sales and the support of Friends of the Museum. The free musium is open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

 

Doss Heritage & Culture Center

1400 Texas Drive

Weatherford, TX  76086

817-599-6168

Parker County’s rich tapestry of cattle barons and cowboys, Broadway stars and national political leaders is shared and showcased in three distinct galleries.  Enjoy this Weatherford gem Wednesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday 1 – 5 p.m.; Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for students and seniors.

 

Ellis County Art Association & Museum

501 W Main Street

Waxahachie, TX  75165

972-937-3414

Organized in January of 1958, the Ellis County Art Association\ promotes the appreciation, enjoyment and educational instruction of visual arts in Ellis County. It is a nonprofit organization supported by funds received from annual membership dues, individual and corporate gifts, grants, fundraising and donations. The gallery/museum is open Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

 

Ellis County Museum

201 S. College Street

Waxahachie, TX  75165

972-937-0681

This non-profit organization, dedicated to preserving the history of Ellis County, was organized in 1968 by local citizens to serve as a repository for materials contributing to the historical interpretation of the area. The 1889 museum building is located near the Ellis County Courthouse in downtown Waxahachie. Museum hours are: Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.

 

Ennis Railroad & Cultural Museum

105 NE Main Street

Ennis, TX  75119

972-878-8748

Railroad Museum Hours: Monday - Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.,  Sat. 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Sunday 1 - 4 p.m.

 

Fielder House Museum

1616 W. Abram Street

Arlington, TX  76013

817-460-4001

Built in 1914, this two-story prairie-style home was one of the first brick homes in Arlington. It was built on a 215-acre site surrounded by live oaks, orchards and gardens and was once known as “Home on the Hill.” Since 1980 it has been the home of the Fielder Museum with exhibits, such as a general store, a barber shop and a replica steam train.  It is open Wednesday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.

 

Fort Worth Botanic Garden

3220 Botanic Garden Boulevard

Fort Worth, TX  76107

817-871-7686

Enriching people’s lives through environmental stewardship and education”. The Fort Worth Botanic Garden grounds are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.  The Fort Worth Botanic Garden Center and Conservatory hours and admission prices vary.  Facilities are available for meetings, special events and weddings; visit their website to learn more.

 

Fort Worth Log Cabin Village

2100 Log Cabin Village Lane

Fort Worth, TX  76109

817-392-5881

The Log Cabin Village is a living history museum owned and operated by the City of Fort Worth for the purpose of educating the public through the collection, preservation and interpretation of artifacts, representative structures, and other items of social and cultural significance to Texas’ pioneer era. They invite you to escape the present and experience the past… right in the heart of Fort Worth.  Tuesday – Friday hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 1 – 5 p.m.; admission costs $3.00 to $3.50.

 

Fort Worth Museum of Science & History

1501 Montgomery Street

Fort Worth, TX  76107

817-255-9300

FWMSH has been “Transforming lives through extraordinary learning environments” since 1941.  While their new space is under construction, you’ll find some of the interactive exhibits in their temporary home at the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame next door. The Omni IMAX Theater is open during construction. The Noble Planetarium will reopen with a state-of-the-art facility in late 2009.  Visit their website for prices and hours.

 

[Fort Worth] Stockyards Museum

131 E. Exchange Avenue #113

Fort Worth, TX  76164

817-625-5087

Begun in 1989, the Stockyards Museum is located in the classic 1902 Livestock Exchange building in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District. It host thousands of visitors each year who come from all over the world and  it is a respected resource for writers, academics, historians, and others.  It’s a great place to capture the true feeling and history of the Stockyards. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; a donation of $2.00 or more per adult is appreciated to help cover operating expenses.

 

Frontiers Of Flight Museum

6911 Lemmon Avenue

Dallas, TX  75209

214-350-3600

The FOFM was founded in November, 1988, to exhibit at Dallas Love Field the artifacts, documents and photographs of the History of Aviation Collection donated to The University of Texas at Dallas by aviation historian George E. Haddaway.  The Museum has added artifacts dealing with the history of aviation from earliest days through today's modern military, commercial and aerospace vehicles. Learn more about special events, education programs and birthday parties at the website. Hours are Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.; admission costs $8 for Adults, $6 for Seniors, and $5 for Students.

 

Garland Landmark Museum 

200 Museum Plaza Drive

Garland, TX  75040

972-205-2996

The Garland Landmark Society, established in 1972, collects, preserves, and exhibits elements of Garland history for the education and enlightenment of its citizens and visitors. The volunteers operate the Museum in the vintage 1901 Santa Fe depot; the historical artifacts and documents represent the period from 1850 to the present. Adjacent to the depot are a 1910 wooden-bodied Pullman rail car and the 19th-century Lyles House, which will be restored as resources permit. Volunteer opening hours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month.

 

Grapevine Historical Museum

705 S. Main Street

Grapevine, TX  76051

817-410-8145

Built in 1901, the building served the city as a railroad station until abandoned by the railroad and moved off the site in 1973. The Grapevine Heritage Foundation purchased this building, its original site, and moved it back. Museum displays local and pioneer history exhibits. Open Fri. - Sun. from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sundays 1 -  5 p.m.

 

Hangar Ten Flying Museum

1945 Matt Wright Lane

Denton, TX 7 6027

940-565-1945

The museum preserves aviation history from all periods and the aircraft in their fleet are not only flyable, but are restored to the most authentic condition possible. They are constantly growing and restoring several aircraft, planning to acquire additional aircraft and build at least two more hangars to house them. They do not charge admission, but are funded entirely by donations.  They welcome tours and visitors Monday thru Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

Heard Natural Science Museum

1 Nature Place

McKinney, TX  75069

972-562-5566

The Heard's indoor exhibits provide an interactive environment in which visitors can discover, enjoy and experience various aspects of the Texas natural environment including  interpretation of natural events/objects found that might otherwise be overlooked or misunderstood when encountered on the wildlife sanctuary. In addition to the wildlife sanctuary, the Heard features nature trails, ropes courses, birding, and native plant gardens.  Adult admission costs $8, seniors and children cost $5. Hours are Monday - Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.

 

Heritage Farmstead Museum

1900 W. 15th Street

Plano, TX  75075

972-881-0140

The HFM is the premiere living history site interpreting the Texas black-land prairie region in north-Texas.  The museum strives to offer unique encounters with objects and ideas for people of many ages, interests and backgrounds at this 4 acre, 100 year-old farmstead.  See the blacksmith shop, one-room school, the livestock, tractors and wagons Tuesday – Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Acmission costs from $2 to $5 per person.

 

Interurban Railway Museum

901 E. 15th Street

Plano, TX  75074

972-941-2117

Located in downtown Plano, the Interurban Railway Museum is housed in a building that served as a primary stop on the Denison to Dallas Interurban, the Texas Electric Railway that ran from 1908 until 1948.  In 1990 a complete restoration of the building was completed and the building was converted into a museum by the City of Plano.  The museum is open Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday 1 - 5 p.m.; admission is free.

 

Junteenth Gallery

901 E. Rosedale Street

Fort Worth, TX  76104

817-820-0300 

 

Kimbell Art Museum

3333 Camp Bowie Boulevard

Fort Worth, TX  76107

817-332-8451

A small permanent collection of less than 350 exceptional works is displayed within one of the outstanding architectural works of the modern era. The Museum offers a full schedule of retrospectives, major traveling exhibitions, public programs, and workshops.  Museum hours are Tuesday – Thursday and Saturday 10 a.m.– 5 p.m.; Fridays Noon – 8 p.m.; Sundays Noon – 5 p.m.  Admission charges for  special exhibitions vary and half-price admission is available Tuesday and Friday evenings; admission to the permanent collection is always free.

 

Layland Museum

201 N. Caddo Street

Cleburne, TX  76031

817-645-0940

Housed in the 1905 Cleburne Carnegie Library, the Museum was established with the 1963. Artifact collections contain objects related to 19th- and 20th-century home and family life including textiles, furnishings, appliances, flat irons, tea pots, pets and animals, books, firearms, and Native American materials. Exhibits are in the Carnegie building, a Santa Fe caboose, the1870 Doty-Fullerton House and the Smith History Center 4-6 shows are presented each year.

 

Legends Of The Game

1000 Ballpark Way, Suite 400

Arlington, TX  76011

817-273-5600

Located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Legends of the Game offers visitors the chance to experience the game of baseball on an entirely different level. Whether you are catching a Nolan Ryan fastball or admiring Babe Ruth's "King of Swat" trophy, you are bound to gain a new appreciation for the sport so firmly woven into the fabric of America. Hours vary depending upon the season; tickets may be purchased online.

 

Madi Museum

3109 Carlisle Street

Dallas, TX  75204

214-855-7802

The MADI is housed in the two-story, 1970s storefront building is now the Kilgore Law Center; the building radiates the MADI philosophy of whimsy and joie de vivre combined with complexity and interesting geometrics. The first permanent MADI Museum and Gallery exhibits works, collected from around the world, that exemplify the playful complexity and fascinating figures of this modern art movement.

 

Meadows Museum

5900 Bishop Boulevard

Dallas, TX  75205

214-768-2516

The Meadows Museum is committed to the advancement of knowledge of art through the collection of works of the greatest aesthetic and historical importance, as exemplified by the founding collection of Spanish art. Located on the Southern Methodist University campus, it serves a broad and international audience through its exhibitions, publications, workshops, and programs.  The cost is $8 per visitor and the hours are Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thursdays until 8 p.m., Sunday Noon – 5 p.m.

 

Modern Art Museum-Fort Worth

3200 Darnell Street

Fort Worth, TX  76107

817-738-9215

The Modern, home to more than 3,000 works, is dedicated to collecting international, post–World War II art in all media, and providing a welcoming environment for art appreciation, research, and educational programs.  Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission costs $10 for adults, $4 for students & seniors, children,  (12 and under) and Modern members are Free.

 

Monnig Meteorite Gallery

2950 W. Bowie

Fort Worth, TX  76109

817-257-6277

Would you like to hold a piece of the solar system in your hand? Would you like to touch a piece of Mars? Visit the Gallery to explore the mysteries of meteorites! Learn how to identify a meteorite, experience a hands-on encounter with different types of meteorites, and create a terrestrial impact crater. For an "out-of-this-world" experience with our spectacular "visitors" from space, visit during the public hours: 1 – 4 p.m. Tuesday – Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is free.

 

Museum of Nature and Science

1318 S 2nd Avenue #31

Dallas, TX  75210

214-428-5555

The Museum occupies three landmark structures in Fair Park and owns an offsite warehouse for storage. The Museum is the result of a 2006 merging of three cultural institutions – the Dallas Museum of Natural History (est. 1936), The Science Place (est. 1946) and the Dallas Children’s Museum (est. 1995). The Museum’s mission is to inspire minds through nature and science!  Visit the museum Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday Noon - 5 p.m.; admissions vary.

 

Museum of the American Railroad 

1105 N. Washington Avenue, Fair Park

Dallas, TX  75204

214-428-0101

The mission of the Museum of the American Railroad is to share with the general public the heritage, as well as the current and future development of American Railroading through artistic, cultural and educational programming. Visit the website to learn more about their extensive collection of railroad engines and cars or to plan a birthday or tour.  The museum is open Wednesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission costs from $2.50 to $7.00

 

Museum of The Americas

216 Fort Worth Highway

Weatherford, TX  76086

817-341-8668

Nurturing understanding of and appreciation for diverse peoples, their history, their culture, and their beauty, the Museum presents the colorful and diverse heritage of native peoples of the Americas through a collection of artifacts, crafts, and folk art.  Explore the carvings of Northwest Coast Indians, the graphics of the Plains Indians, colorful costumes of the Seminoles, intricately designed molas from the Kunas of Panama, a complete miniature Mexican village, and a 19th century altar from Mexico. Check the website for exhibits and hours.

 

Nasher Sculpture Center

2001 Flora Street

Dallas, TX  75201

214-242-5100

The Nasher is a peaceful retreat for reflection on art and nature. The public home for Raymond and Patsy’s collection of 20th-century sculpture, serves as catalyst for the study, installation, conservation, and appreciation of modern and contemporary sculpture. Hours are Sunday through Saturday 10 a.m. –  6 p.m.(Thursday – 9 p.m.).  Admission costs $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for students, and children are Free. Learn more about programs, events, and facility rentals at the website.

 

National Cowboys of Color Museum

3400 Mount Vernon Avenue

Fort Worth, TX  76103

817-922-9999

Discover and explore the history of the minority cowboy, buffalo soldier and frontier people of the past, present and future. The National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame offers visitors a true and complete historical perspective of the people and activities that built the unique culture of the American West.  Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for seniors, and $3 for students.  The museum is open Wednesday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

 

National Cowgirl Museum & Hall Of Fame

1720 Gendy Street

Fort Worth, TX  76107

817-336-4475

This is the only museum in the world dedicated to honoring women of the American West who have displayed extraordinary courage and pioneer spirit. Since it was established in 1975, the Museum has become nationally known for its exhibits, research library, rare photography collection, and its Hall of Fame. The museum is open Mondays - Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sundays 11:45 a.m.  -  5 p.m.  Adult admission is $8, children and seniors cost $7.00; visit the website to learn about Free Family Friday.

 

National Scouting Museum

1329 W. Walnut Hill Lane

Irving, TX  75038

972-580-2100

Established in 1959, the National Scouting Museum is the official museum of the Boy Scouts of America. The museum is committed to preserving the rich, 94-year history of the scouting movement by collecting, organizing, preserving and displaying some of Scouting's greatest treasures. This collection documents Scouting's unique place in American culture and tells the story of a movement that has touched more than 110 million young people.  The museum is open Monday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.; admission costs $5 to $8 per person.

 

North Texas History Center

300 E. Virginia Street

McKinney, TX  75069

972-542-9457

The Collin County Historical Society, formed in 1957,has grown into the North Texas History Center. In 1982 the center opened a museum in the 1911 Post Office building, just off the square in downtown McKinney.  The museum is open Monday - Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Family admission is $8, other tickets are less.

 

Old Red Courthouse, Inc.

100 S. Houston Street

Dallas, TX  75202

214-745-1100

The mission of the Old Red Foundation is to create a lively center of Dallas County civic life within the historic Old Red Courthouse and to present the rich history of the Dallas County area in the Old Red Museum of Dallas County History & Culture. The website is being updated, but the beautiful facilities are available for weddings and events. Visit the Courthouse 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. seven days a week.

 

Pate Museum Of Transportation

18501 S. Highway 377

Cresson, TX  76035

817-396-4305

The Pate Museum of Transportation, just south of Fort Worth, is a prime example of one Texan’s devotion to all things mobile. A.M. Pate Jr., owner of a Fort Worth Refinery Company, began collecting classic cars in the 1960s and didn’t stop until his death in 1988. He ended up amassing a large and eclectic collection that includes tanks, helicopters, a yellow submarine, and a Cadillac with the biggest fins this side of the ocean. The Pate is open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday Noon– 5 p.m. . Admission is free, but donations are welcomed, of course!

 

River Legacy Living Science Center

703 NW Green Oaks Boulevard

Arlington, TX  76006

817-860-6752

A simple fortress crafted of fallen leaves and broken tree limbs, collected by the creative hands of children, served as the inspiration for the Living Science Center. This masterpiece of architecture, rising dramatically as a natural outgrowth of the surrounding forest, has become one of the most distinctive landmarks in North Texas. Housing an impressive collection of interactive exhibits, the Center itself is a fascinating study of architecture, conservation and sustainable design. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

Sid Richardson Museum

309 Main Street

Fort Worth, TX  76102

817-332-6554

Where the West Rides Again…Located in Sundance Square, the Richardson is home to one of the finest and most focused collections of Western art in America, the museum features paintings reflecting both the art and reality of the American West by Frederic Remington, Charles M. Russell and others.  Admission is free; hours are Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday - Saturday 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.; and Sunday Noon – 5 p.m.

 

Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey

411 Elm Street #120

Dallas, TX  75202

214-747-6660

The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza chronicles the assassination and legacy of President John F. Kennedy; interprets and supports the Dealey Plaza National Historical Landmark District and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza; and presents contemporary culture within the context of presidential history.  The museum is open Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. and Monday Noon - 6 p.m. Adult admission is $13.50, Senior (Ages 65+) and Youth (Ages 6-18) $12.50.

 

Texas Civil War Museum

760 Jim Wright Freeway, North

Fort Worth, TX  76108

817-246-2323

This is the largest civil war museum west of the Mississippi river with over 15,000 square feet of exhibits. The Museum is privately owned and shares the gallery with exhibits from the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Texas Division.     The Civil War Collection, Victorian Dress Collection, and UDC Texas Confederate Collection galleries are open Tuesday through Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The cost for adults is $6.00; students cost $3.00.

 

Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame

128 E. Exchange Avenue

Fort Worth, TX  76164

817-626-7131

The Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, opened in 2001 and located in the Stockyards historic Barn A, honors over 70 men and women who have excelled in the sports of rodeo, cutting and the equine industry. Inductees includes: Trevor Brazile, Don Edwards, George Strait, Lane Frost, and Ty Murray; each inductee has a booth containing personal photographs and memorabilia.  Open hours are Monday - Thursday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Friday - Saturday   10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sunday  11 am - 5 pm.; admission costs from $3 to $5 per person.

 

Texas Fire Museum, Inc.

2600 Chalk Hill Road

Dallas, TX  75212

214-267-1867

The Museum was founded in 1999 to preserve the old Dallas Fire Department Maintenance Facility and to establish a fire apparatus museum that serves as an educational resource for the community.  Over 60 antique apparatus are currently on display.  The Museum is open Thursday - Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

 

Texas First Ladies Historic Costume Collection

303 Administration Drive #104

Denton, TX  76204

940-898-3644

Progressing from the 1800s through industrialization of the 1900s, the First Ladies of Texas have become icons of grace and compassion. Each woman leaves her own legacy, but all share common threads that seamlessly stitch together Texas’ First Ladies’ assorted patchwork of experience.  Housed in the Texas Woman's University Administration Conference Tower, the museum is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.

 

Thanks-Giving Square

1627 Pacific Avenue

Dallas, TX  75201

214-969-1977

In Dallas, Thanks-Giving Square is a central meeting place where citizens from diverse backgrounds can use thanksgiving as a way to heal divisions and enhance mutual understanding. The mission is furthered through programs of education and research.  The Square is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; weekends and holidays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

Trammell & Margaret Crow Collectionof Asian Art

2010 Flora Street

Dallas, TX  75201

214-979-6430

The Crow Collection is a serene setting for quiet reflection and learning about the arts and cultures of China, Japan, India and Southeast Asia. Visit the website to learn about the collection, special exhibitions, and opportunities to volunteer. Daily admission to the museum is free; the galleries are open Tuesday through Sunday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m, extended on Thursday until 9 p.m.

 

Vintage Flying Museum

505 NW 38th Street, Hangar 33 South

Fort Worth, TX  76106

817-624-1935

Twenty aircraft are on exhibit including several which are extremely rare and historic. Additional displays include a dedicated reciprocal and jet engine room, an FAA Aviation Education Resource Center, WWII memorabilia and artifact exhibits, and a unique aircraft model exhibit. Located at the South end of Meacham International Airport, the museum is open Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday Noon to 5 p.m.  Admission costs between $3 and $8.

 

White Settlement Museum

8320 Hanon Drive

White Settlement, TX  76108

817-246-9719

White Settlement dates to the 1840's, before Fort Worth was established, when there were seven Indian villages in the general area and only one non-Indian settlement.  The museum exhibits depict the lives and times of early American Settlers. Visit Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

Women's Museum

3800 Parry Avenue

Dallas, TX  75226

214-915-0863

A fully democratic civil society must represent and involve both men and women; the voices, vision and contributions of women must be part of the fabric of history and shape of the future. The Museum and Institute bring to life the voices, talents, achievements, aspirations and stories of the past, present and future in a unique historical structure. Admission costs $3 to $5 and the exhibits are open Tuesday – Sunday Noon to 5 p.m.

 

 

Zoos and Aquariums

 

Dallas Aquarium

1801 N. Griffin Street

Dallas, TX  75202

214-720-2224

The Dallas Aquarium at Fair Park has closed for an extensive remodeling. The historic art deco facility will be redesigned and renamed The Children’s Aquarium at Fair Park. It is scheduled to reopen in 2010.  In the meantime, browse the website!

 

 

Dallas Zoo

650 S R L Thornton Freeway

Dallas, TX  75203

214-670-5656

The Zoo is an oasis where visitors can spend time in an atmosphere that celebrates and sustains the human spirit, while promoting a deeper understanding of, and commitment to, biological diversity, plant and animal sustainability and our mutual responsibility for the future of ALL life on earth. The zoo is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily; admission prices are $7 to $10.

 

 

 

Fort Worth Zoo

1989 Colonial Parkway

Fort Worth, TX  76110

817-871-7050

Strengthening the bond between humans and the environment by promoting responsible stewardship of wildlife and ensuring diverse, high-quality educational and entertaining family experiences, the zoo is open 365 days a year! Admissions vary from $7 to $12, the zoo is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or longer. Visit the website to learn more.