Top Historical Places in Fort Worth

Let's witness the history of Fort Worth with these top historical places - monuments and landmarks:

1. Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District

   4.6 (561 Votes)
   

   Walking Area, Historical Site

   It is a historic district located on the north of the Central Business District of the city. The place has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It is a former livestock market cluster that used to be operated long back during the mid 19th century. With the development of the railroad network in the country, the rise of industries and factories in this place were witnessed ra...Read more

2. Bureau Of Engraving And Printing

   4.7 (204 Votes)
   

   Heritage Building

   It is a government agency within the United States Department of Treasury and handles the production of a variety of security products. The most important amongst all of these is paper money for the Federal Reserve of the US. The Federal Reserve is in itself the Central Bank of the country that regulates the monetary this is also the largest producer of Government security documents of the US.

3. Fort Worth Museum Of Science And History

   4.5 (91 Votes)
   

   Science Museum, History Museum, Educational Site, Historical Site

   This museum is in the Cultural District of the city and was established in the year 1945 as The Fort Worth Museum for Children. The present name was given later in 1968. The main features of the museum include the Noble Planetarium, Omni Theatre, Star’s Cafe and Shop Too! At present going by the name, the museum houses a mind blowing collection of permanent as well as temporary science an...Read more

4. Log Cabin Village

   4.6 (33 Votes)
   

   Village, Walking Area, Historical Site

   This is just the perfect spot if you want to explore how Texas used to be in the 19th century. This village is known to comprise of the 9 historic structures existing from the 1800’s. These include old style log houses, blacksmith shops, one- room schoolhouse, smokehouse, gristmills and herb gardens. Here you will also come across people who earn their living by making native handicrafts.

5. St. Patricks Cathedral

   4.7 (80 Votes)
   

   Church, Religious Site, Architecture , Cathedral

   This is a cathedral of the Catholic Church of Fort Worth and a parish under The Diocese of Fort Worth. It was set up in 1892 and has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The 1st Catholic Parish of Fort Worth was the St. Stanislaus. The St. Patrick’s Church is built just behind this one.

6. Cultural District

   

   Art And Culture, Historical Site, Entertainment

   This district is just almost a walk away from the Stockyards National District and forms a boulevard surrounded by lined trees. This is a beautiful arena with colorful shops, museums, restaurants, art galleries and much more. The name is apt as this place holds up the perfect combination of the Old World charm and new life of the city. Millions of people visit this place annually and is thus th...Read more

7. Fire Station No. 1

   

   Museum, Science Museum, History Museum, Observatory

   This is a part of the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History in the Sundance Square. This displays the history of 150 years of the Fort Worth through interactive exhibits. It shows the journey of the city from being a frontier outpost to a flourishing cattle town to the modern city that we see now.

8. Pinkies Uncommon Treasures

   4.5 (37 Votes)
   

   Arena, Specialty Shop

   This is a boutique style shop in the shopping arena of the Stockyards. It specializes in handcrafted items and cowgirl flairs. The shop also comprises of the Revolver Studios that specializes in HDR Photography.

9. Cowtown Coliseum

   4.6 (156 Votes)
   

   Outdoors, Arena, Entertainment

   This is an extensive multi- purpose arena in the business district of Fort Worth. It hosts rodeo shows weekly and also local sporting events and concerts. The arena was built in 1908 and then renovated in 1986. It is the 1st ever indoor arena for rodeos in the whole US.

10. Texas Civil War Museum

    4.7 (81 Votes)
    

    Military Museum, War Memorial

    This is the largest Civil War Museum west of the Mississippi River. It has a mind – blowing collection of weapons, uniforms, artifacts and other civil clothing. The Judy Rich collection of dresses is the most beautiful out here. This features more than 200 Victorian dresses. There is also a 75 seat theatre where you can see the history of Texas in The Civil War.

11. Stockyards Museum

    4.5 (35 Votes)
    

    Museum, History Museum, Historical Site

    If you have an interest in history and want to take your family to a historical tour, you must visit this historical museum. The museum offers a huge collection of artifacts and exhibits. These artifacts contain the Stockyards and Armor Packing Plants. As you roam around this museum, you will come across saddles and cowboy collectibles of the contemporary times. The museum reveals the history o...Read more