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Located in the 1902 Livestock Exchange Building, this museum showcases the history of Fort Worth. Greater stockyards area described in "Do".
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A national historic district, the Stockyards is the iconic background for which Fort Worth is known. The backdrop is all things western from cattle drives and BBQ to country music and belt buckles. No trip to Fort Worth is complete without a quick stop here.
Just north of the downtown area is the historic Fort Worth Stockyards, where you'll find Texas style nightlife at bars like Billy Bob's plus the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, the Stockyards Museum, John Wayne: An American Experience, The Fort Worth Longhorn Herd, and the Cowtown Cattle Pen Maze. The Stockyards are also home to a weekly rodeo. Held every Friday and Saturday evening, and billed as the "World's First Indoor Rodeo," it attracts competitors from around the country. The Stockyards is also home to Riscky's Barbeque, considered by locals to be the best barbeque in the area. One block away, Coopers Old Time Pit BBQ offers excellent fare at fair prices.
Warbirds on display in a hangar. If wanting to see some for free, you can just visit the outdoor space at the southern end of the Meacham Airport runway.
Art museum with an emphasis on Western art (e.g. works by Frederic Remington, Charles Russell).
Downtown Fort Worth
Sundance Square is a city park in downtown that plays host to multiple events year round. Night and weekend parking is free and additional security patrols not only keep the area safe, but also can help you find your next destination.
20 blocks of shops, bars & restaurants, brick-paved sidewalks and historic buildings. Well lit and popular with tourists and locals, Sundance Square is frequently the center for outdoor events such as concerts and art festivals.