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The Fort Worth Cultural District - A 6-14 Minute Trip from Interstate 20 and 30

 

The Fort Worth Cultural District is something you need to visit when you are traveling along Interstate-30 from Dallas-Fort Worth to Texarkana, Texas or Little Rock, AR (six minutes). The cultural arts district is around 14 minutes away travelers who are traveling along Interstate-20 to Dallas-Fort Worth from Jackson, Mississippi; Birmingham Alabama; Atlanta, Georgia or Columbia, South Carolina.

This cultural arts district is packed with so many places to see and experience. The map almost looks like a amusement park. Take a look!

Time Needed for Your Visit: 

At least 2-3 hours.

Minutes from Interstate 20:

Around 14 Minutes

Minutes from Interstate 30:

Around 6 Minutes

The I-20 Stop: The Fort Worth Cultural Arts District (3301 West Lancaster Avenue)

Seven Places to Experience in the Fort Worth Cultural District

1. Amon Carter Museum

Location: 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd

Cost: Prices Vary
*Military Families - This museum is part of the Blue Star Museums network!

Hours of Operation: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (Tuesday, Wednesday); 10:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Thursday), 10:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Friday, Saturday), 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm on Sunday

Contact Information:  http://www.cartermuseum.org or (817) 738-1933  

Key Features: Prepare to experience the Carter Collection (19th and 20th century art) and numerous exhibitions.




2. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History (FWMSH)

Location: 1600 Gendy St.

Cost: Prices Vary
*Military Families - This museum is part of the Blue Star Museums network!:

Hours of Operation: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (Tuesday to Saturday); 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm on Sunday

Contact Information:  http://www.fortworthmuseum.org or (817) 255-9300

Key Features: FWMSH is the ultimate indoor escape in the spring and summer. The museum offers two floors of interactive learning for all ages including: a planetarium, outdoor science area, dino dig, IMAX theater, and numerous exhibits.




3. Fort Worth Botanic Garden

Location: 3220 Botanic Garden Bvlvd.

Cost: Prices Vary
*Military Families - This museum is part of the Blue Star Museums network!

Hours of Operation: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm (Monday to Sunday) - Spring/Summer; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Monday to Sunday) - Fall/Winter

Contact Information:  http://www.fwbg.org or (817) 463-4160

Key Features: This outdoor experience is unique to Fort Worth. From the pollinator pathway and the water conversation garden to the Japanese garden and the cactus garden, all members can have fun exploring the grounds of this garden.




4. Kimball Art Museum

Location: 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd.

Cost: Prices Vary (Kimball Collection admission is FREE, but costs for the special collections can vary).
*Military Families - This museum is part of the Blue Star Museums network!

Hours of Operation: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday); 10:00 am - 8:00 pm on Friday

Contact Information:  http://www.kimbellart.org or (817) 332-8451

Key Features: This museum features a great combination of classic and modern art pieces for all to enjoy. This museum offers several art exhibitions throughout the year. 




5. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

Location: 3200 Darnell St.

Cost: Prices Vary (Gallery admission is FREE on Friday from the admission desk).
*Military Families - This museum is part of the Blue Star Museums network!

Hours of Operation: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday); 10:00 am - 8:00 pm on Friday

Contact Information:  http://www.themodern.org or (817) 332-8551

Key Features: The Modern offers numerous exhibitions throughout the year. Check our their current exhibitions. Cafe Modern is located in the museum and offers a delectable lunch. Free parking is available in the museum parking lots. 


6. Cattle Raisers Museum

Cost: Prices Vary
*Military Families - This museum is part of the Blue Star Museums network!

Hours of Operation: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (Tuesday to Saturday); 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm on Sunday

Contact Information:  http://www.cattleraisersmuseum.org or (817) 332-8551

Key Features: The Cattle Raisers Museum is located inside of the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History and it provides a fun way for visitors to learn more about Fort Worth’s history in the cattle industry. The museum has interactive exhibits for people to learn about cattle while having fun. Do not miss the interactive cow paintings. 


7. The Fort Worth Dream Park

Location: 2001 University Drive

Cost: Free

Hours of Operation: Opens each day at 8:30 am

Contact Information:  http://www.fortworthmuseum.org

Key Features: The dream park features a variety of accessible activities for children and their families. From a zip line to accessible swings this hot air balloon themed play space offers fun for all!



Parking and Additional Tips:

Parking varies!

What did you like the most about the Fort Worth Cultural District? Did we miss anything?

Sincerely,

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Did You Know There is an African Savanna at the Fort Worth Zoo?


We enjoy visiting zoos all over the state of Texas, but we especially LOVE the Fort Worth, Zoo! One of my daughter's favorite features of the Fort Worth Zoo is the African Savanna.



This section is GREAT for a day away from home. It is the PERFECT zoo for exploring new animals and different areas of the world. It actually reminds me of one of my favorite parts of Disney World - Animal Kingdom.






Seriously, these pictures are AMAZING and it does not seem that we are in the middle of Fort Worth! :)




What did you think about the African Savanna in the Fort Worth Zoo? Write your reaction in the box below. :) 

Have a great week and plan for the weekend!


Sincerely,

The @WeekendsCount Family!

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Next Time Your Family is in Fort Worth, Visit the Panther Lab Makerspace - It is FREE!


Next you are visiting Fort Worth, check out the opportunities available for your child in the Fort Worth Library! Since we moved to this area, the Fort Worth Library has been a safe haven for our family. It continues to serve as a refuge for our family to learn, network, and relax!

We've checked out books, videos, books on tape/DVDs, and additional materials from the Fort Worth Library! Here's the neat thing - even if you are not a resident of Fort Worth, you and your family can visit and interact with the Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab Makerspace!

Watch this Video to Find Out "What is a Makerspace?"


The Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab Makerspace is located at the Northwest Branch Library on 6228 Crystal Lake Drive in Fort Worth. It is an amazing resource for Fort Worth residents and visitors to the area can experience!

In the lab, you and your family can:
- Design 3D Images
- Use Makey Makey and littleBits to learn about electronic engineering
- Utilize Ozobots to learn introductory robotics.
- Design Video Trailers on iMac computers (with a Sony camera and green screen)!
- Create a digital game through simple coding.


What's in the Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab?
The Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab Makerspace has 3D printers, a 3D Scanner, robotics/electronic kids, Apple computers with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Virtual Reality and a Simulation Headset, a Sony Camera and Green Screen, and a Vinyl Cutter.


When is the Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab Makerspace open?
The makerspace is open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 2pm to 7pm and on Saturday from 2pm to 5pm. 


Okay - What's Next???
Next weekend, spend days with your family at the Fort Worth Library - Panther Lab Makerspace! You will definitely not regret it! :) Plus, you can leave with a momento from your creative adventure!



Have a great week and plan for the weekend!

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Become a Texas Nature Trader with the Fort Worth Zoo this Fall!

One thing to love about the fall in Fort Worth is the number of family-friendly activities available in all sections of city. One of the activities on our "to do" list is located in the heart of the Fort Worth Zoo, the Texas Nature Traders experience.







This experience is great for children who are between ages three and ten. Through this program, the children find natural items that peak their interest and then bring these items to the Texas Nature Traders area. The Texas Nature Traders team will provide your child(ren) with insight about their selected item and the child(ren) will have an opportunity to trade this item for another item in the collection. In addition to the newly-traded item, each child will also earn valuable points for: 1) their knowledge about the item, 2) the quality of the item, and 3) the research effort the child put forth when learning about the item.





They are seeking...
- Clean shells
- Clean bones (except bird bones)
- Antlers, teeth, and claws
- Snake sheds (found in nature)
- Rocks and minerals 
- Fossils
- Beach-combed (non-harvested) coral.
- Pinecones, nuts, seeds, and seed pods.
- Plant materials (leaves, stalks, etc.)
- Deceased insects (spiders, butterflies, etc.)
- Nature journals (printed photos, art, stories)
- Dry sand
- Casts of animal footprints
- Petrified wood



Here are the guidelines for the program:

- Children must be at least 3 years old.
- Children can trade up to two items per visit.
- One item can be a collection of five or more like items (five stones, etc.)
- Siblings or friends cannot split points.

This is a great program! I hope you enjoy the Texas Nature Traders program!

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10 Reasons to Shop the Just Between Friends Sale in Fort Worth, TX


When I enter my child's room each morning, I experience a genuine moment of panic. What will she wear to daycare this morning? She is in the frilly, pink, pretty princess stage and I struggle with the daily phrase, "Mommy - I do not want to wear this, I want to wear my princess dress".
Well, this mom is completely out of frilly, pink, pretty princess dresses because we are in need of a larger dress size for my little one. Perhaps, I should select clothing that is more durable for the daily spills and toddler-friendly, but sometimes I just like to make my little one's day.

November 16th - Fort Worth West 7th Street Parade and Festival

Make plans to attend the upcoming celebration of the "7th Wonder of Fort Worth", the 7th Street Bridge! This event is FREE on November 16th from 10-2pm and everyone is welcome! 

Here's the neat aspect! - There are several events during the festival that are KID friendly! These events include the Fort Worth HERD experience (every toddler loves cows) and the classic car display! Nice! 

Visit Grapevine Week! - Grapevine Vintage Railroad! #grapevine


Sometimes, I feel especially fortunate to live in Texas because we have a wealth of experiences for singles, families, and others! Here is one of the resources that I hope to experience soon, but I am super excited that it is available and it is within a stone's throw of my house.

Here is the promotion video from last year:



This travel post is focused on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad in Grapevine, TX!

This railroad is not just a simple ride from one place to another, but it is an interactive journey with the conductor, railroad staff, and sometimes a robber on horseback.  ;)

Almost every day the train is available for the following routes:

- Grapevine to Fort Worth Stockyards

- Stockyard Trinity River Ride

- Grapevine Fun Train

The first class and tour class rates are available. I will admit that I am not sure of the difference on a day train, instead of an overnight train.

Special Trains:


July 2013
- Great Train Robberies (Saturdays and Sundays)
- July 4th Train
- Friday Fun Trains

August 2013

Great Train Robberies (Saturdays and Sundays)

September 2013


October 2013
- Halloween Scream Train
- All Hallows Eve Train

November 2013
- North Pole Express

December 2013
North Pole Express
- Christmas Wine Train
- After Christmas Train

Enjoy!

Do you have any suggestions for visiting Grapevine AND riding the Grapevine Vintage Railroad?

Sincerely,

The Millennial Family