Attractions - Arts
Irving Arts Center | map
3333 N. MacArthur
Irving, TX
(972) 252-7558
This arts complex includes the Main Gallery and the New Talent Gallery, featuring contemporary and traditional works by established and emerging artists. An outdoor sculpture garden features a unique and changing selection of art works. Located at 3333 N. MacArthur, approximately five minutes north of Highway 183. The center also features theatre and concert programs throughout the year at the 712-seat Carpenter Hall, 256-seat Dupree Theater and the 446-seat Theatre in the Commons. Twelve resident arts groups call the Irving Arts Center home. (972) 252-7558
Las Colinas Flower Clock | map
Fresh flowers bloom all year at this larger-than-life sized clock. Located at Highway 114 and O'Connor Road.
Center for the Arts - Jaycee Park/Irving Art Association | map
2000 West Airport Freeway
Irving, TX 75062
The Irving Art Association has been a part of the Irving Art community since the 1950's, and has been located at the Center for the Arts at Jaycee Park for nearly as many years. The Center has two galleries that offer talent by local and regional artists in various styles and mediums. There are new exhibits monthly. The Center's mission is to teach art appreciation to adults and young people of the community. They offer free Basic Drawing, Oil painting, Watercolor painting, and Calligraphy in the months of September, October, January and February every year. We sponsor the Texas & Neighbors Annual Art Competition held at the Irving Art Center at 3333 N. MacArthur Dr. This exhibit brings competition from artists in Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and New Mexico. The galleries at Jaycee Park have workshops in all mediums for all artists, and hosts two annual major competitions at the IAA galleries: a Wildlife Competition in October and the IAA Membership competition in May. The Center hosts groups of artists that paint weekly, Tuesday and Thursday Painters, all are welcome, membership is not required.
Mandalay Canal Walk at Las Colinas
A tree-lined cobblestone walkway, reminiscent of a European village, meanders along the Mandalay Canal. (972) 556-0625
Marble Cow Sculpture
High atop Bluebonnet Hill, sits a tribute to the rolling ranchlands ("Las Colinas") that once dominated this area. The five marble cows were sculpted by Harold Clayton. Highway 114 at Rochelle Road.
Mustangs of Las Colinas | map
Make sure you've brought your camera for the breathtaking view of these nine larger-than-life bronze mustangs galloping across a granite stream. Created by African wildlife artist Robert Glen, the Mustangs are the largest equestrian sculpture in the world. Located on the Williams Square Plaza, 5215 N. O'Connor Road, north of Highway 114. Step across the plaza to the Williams Square West Tower for the Mustang Sculpture Exhibit, which includes a short film detailing the seven years it took to create the sculpture. Exhibit hours are Wednesday-Saturday, 11 am- 5 pm. Admission is free. (972) 869-9047
Amon Carter Museum | map
One of the foremost museums of American and Western art. Works by Martin Johnson Heade, Winslow Homer, William Michael Harnett, Georgia O'Keefe.
Hours: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday - Saturday; Noon - 5:00 pm Sunday. Free admission.
3501 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth (817) 738-1933
Fair Park | map
Home of the State Fair of Texas since 1886. Fair Park is a 277 - acre amusement and cultural complex that includes Smirnoff Music Centre, Cotton Bowl, Science Place, Aquarium, Omnimax Theater, Hall of State, Civic Garden Center, Museum of Natural History, Age of Steam Railroad Exhibit, Music Hall, Coliseum, exhibit buildings and amusement ride midway.
First and Grand Avenue, Dallas (214) 565-9931
Fort Worth Water Gardens
This beautifully landscaped five-acre park features waterfalls, aerated gardens and a meditation pool. Open daily to the public. Free. Downtown Fort Worth.
Kimbell Art Museum | map
One of the world's outstanding small art museums, the award-winning museum was the last completed work of architect Louis I. Kahn.
Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Friday noon - 8:00 p.m.; Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Sunday noon - 5:00 p.m. Free. Charge for special exhibits.
3333 Camp Bowie, Fort Worth (817) 654-1034
Sid Richardson Collection Of Western Art | map
This downtown museum exhibits a permanent collection of 60 paintings by renowned Western artists Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell.
Hours: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday; 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Thursday-Friday; 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Saturday; 1:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday.
Free Admission
309 Main St, in Sundance Square, Fort Worth (817) 332-6554
Thanksgiving Square | map
Quiet area in midst of bustling city. Spiral 92-foot non-denominational chapel, garden, fountains and bell tower offer visitors and downtown workers oasis for meditation, reading or eating picnic lunch.
Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday; 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Saturday & Sunday /Holiday. Free admission. Group tours by appointment.
P.O. Box 1770, Dallas (214) 969-1977
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National Scouting Museum | map
National Scouting Museumand Youth and Family Research Center
Official Museum of the Boy Scouts of America.
Experience the excitement of Scouting!
The National Scouting Museum is a tribute to the rich history of the Boy Scouts of America. The size of a football field, this massive state-of-the-art facility features a Norman Rockwell art gallery, virtual reality adventures, hands-on learning experiences, and a historical collection that traces the Scouting movement from its beginnings. Visit the National Scouting Museum and experience the fun and excitement of Scouting.
Admission: General - $8; Senior - $6; Scout/Scouter - $5; Children ages 4-12 - $6; Children under 4 - FREE.
GROUP RATES: School Group - $6; Groups over 20 - $8.
Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Thursday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Mondays, major holidays, and for two weeks in January. (800) 303-3047 (972) 580-2100
Email: nsmuseum@netbsa.org | 
