Historic Fort Worth, Inc.

06/18/2026

Support the Arts, Preserve History, Elevate Your Brand
Become a sponsor of Preservation is the Art of the City. With various sponsorship opportunities available, your contribution ensures that our cherished historic sites are preserved for future generations. Don’t miss out on this chance to make an impact!

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06/17/2026

⚽🌍 The world is coming to DFW—so we are opening our doors a little wider!
During the FIFA World Cup excitement in Fort Worth, McFarland House will be open on Saturdays in addition to our regular hours, giving visitors even more opportunities to experience one of Fort Worth’s most treasured historic homes.
Whether you’re here for the matches, the fan energy, or exploring the city’s culture between games, we invite you to step back in time and discover the stories, architecture, and preservation that make Fort Worth unique.
📅 Also open Saturdays during World Cup season (except July 4)
Historic Fort Worth offers tours of the Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House
(1110 Penn Street) on the following days:
(Appointments are not needed for these days and times.)
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday: 11:00, 12:00, 1:00 & 2:00
2:00 is the last tour.
Saturday, June 13, June 20, June 27 and July 11:
11:00, 12:00, 1:00 & 2:00 —2:00 is the last tour.
Sundays: 1:00, 2:00, & 3:00
3:00 is the last tour.
TOURS BEGIN ON THE HOUR.
Admission:
$15.00 Adults
$10.00 Children, 12 years of age and under
Group rates available for 20 or more. Groups by appointment only (817-332-5875)
Make time between the games to experience a different kind of Fort Worth victory—historic preservation at its finest.

06/11/2026

⚽🌍 The world is coming to DFW—so we are opening our doors a little wider!

During the FIFA World Cup excitement in Fort Worth, McFarland House will be open on Saturdays in addition to our regular hours, giving visitors even more opportunities to experience one of Fort Worth’s most treasured historic homes.

Whether you’re here for the matches, the fan energy, or exploring the city’s culture between games, we invite you to step back in time and discover the stories, architecture, and preservation that make Fort Worth unique.

📅 Also open Saturdays during World Cup season (except July 4)

Historic Fort Worth offers tours of the Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House
(1110 Penn Street) on the following days:

(Appointments are not needed for these days and times.)

Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday: 11:00, 12:00, 1:00 & 2:00
2:00 is the last tour.

Saturday, June 13, June 20, June 27 and July 11:
11:00, 12:00, 1:00 & 2:00 —2:00 is the last tour.

Sundays: 1:00, 2:00, & 3:00
3:00 is the last tour.
TOURS BEGIN ON THE HOUR.

Admission:
$15.00 Adults
$10.00 Children, 12 years of age and under
Group rates available for 20 or more. Groups by appointment only (817-332-5875)
Make time between the games to experience a different kind of Fort Worth victory—historic preservation at its finest.

Fort Worth ranks second in Texas for landmarked buildings, yet its heritage is always at risk. HFW advocates, restores, and partners to save historic sites. Donate today!

06/10/2026

✨ Be a part of something BIG! ✨

✨ Be a part of something BIG in Fort Worth! ✨

Support the arts and historic preservation together by becoming a sponsor of Preservation is the Art of the City — a one-of-a-kind event that showcases the incredible talent of local artists and provides them a place to display and sell their work.

Your sponsorship does more than support a remarkable art show. Proceeds from the event benefit Historic Fort Worth, whose mission is to preserve Fort Worth’s unique historic identity through stewardship, education, and leadership. Historic Fort Worth cares for two significant landmarks — the 1899 Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House, Fort Worth’s second landmark, and the 1953 Yates-Ottmann Building.

🎨 Celebrate local artists.
🏛️ Protect Fort Worth’s historic places.
🤝 Connect your business with a community that values creativity, culture, and heritage.

Sponsorship opportunities are going fast and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss your opportunity to align your business with a meaningful event that celebrates the very best of Fort Worth.

📖 View the sponsorship package: https://bit.ly/2026-PAC-Package
📝 Secure your sponsorship today:https://bit.ly/2026-PAC-Sponsor

Together, we can preserve our past, support today’s artists, and inspire future generations.

05/21/2026

It takes a community to preserve beauty and we are so grateful!

The 2026 Hidden Gardens of Fort Worth Tour would not have been possible without the incredible support of businesses and individuals who believe in protecting our city’s charm, history, and character.

From our Presenting Sponsor to our Garden Sponsors and every partner in between, each one played a vital role in bringing this beloved event to life.

✨ Because of them, we were able to:
• Open the gates to some of Fort Worth’s most beautiful private gardens
• Support preservation efforts across our city
• Create a meaningful and memorable experience for our community

💚 This event is more than a tour, it’s a shared effort to preserve what makes Fort Worth special.

👏 Please join us in thanking and supporting the businesses that made it all possible: , , Taylor’s Rentals, .compassfw, Brazos Midstream, Ciera Bank, , , , , , .house, , , , , and !

✨ We are so grateful for your partnership and support of Historic Fort Worth.

05/20/2026

There’s still time to sign up for Historic Fort Worth’s exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the iconic Will Rogers Memorial Center on Thursday, May 21, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM!

Get a rare look at how the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo is embracing the past while preparing these historic spaces for future generations. Learn about the innovative preservation and modernization efforts that keep this Fort Worth landmark active, relevant, and thriving.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore one of Fort Worth’s most treasured historic sites from a new perspective!

Tour hosted by Fort Worth Stock Show Rodeo and Historic Fort Worth. HFW members are free, non-members are .$25

Reserve your spot today!

https://historicfortworth.org/events-tours/2026-will-rogers/

05/20/2026

Designed by famed architect E. Fay Jones, the Marty Leonard Chapel was created to feel less like a traditional building and more like a quiet sanctuary hidden within nature. The soaring geometric entrance and surrounding trees were carefully composed to make the structure feel almost weightless at sunset.

Captured this view this evening while working on a really unique film connected to the chapel and the people it continues to inspire decades later. This upcoming story is unlike anything I’ve covered before, and I genuinely can’t wait to share it soon.

05/20/2026

Kick off the summer season with a little mystery, a little mischief, and a cool night out downtown! 🔍❄️

Too hot to be outside? Spend the evening in air-conditioned comfort with Historic Fort Worth’s Murder Mystery Game. Gather your family and friends, follow the clues, and see if you can solve the crime before the night is over.

Perfect for older kids, teens, grandparents, and anyone ready to put down the screens and interact in real life for a few hours. Whether you’re planning a stay-cation weekend, family night, or outing with friends, it’s a fun and unique way to make summer memories without melting in the Texas heat. ☀️🕵️‍♀️

Come solve the mystery together!

More info:
https://historicfortworth.org/murder-game/

$30 per person, minimum of 5 players ($150). For a customized quote, please contact Kathy Jackson at [email protected] or give us a call 817-995-5157. We’ll be happy to help you plan your perfect mystery experience!

05/19/2026

To all interested parties

The FWISD Board has set a meeting on Wednesday, May 20, at 5:00 p.m. for the public to express its opinion concerning Farrington Field and Billingsley Field House. Everyone is welcome to attend. The meeting will be held at the FWISD headquarters, located at FWISD District Service Center. Please follow the instructions in the link below:

[FWISD Public Input Meeting Information](https://www.fwisd.org/about/fwisd-news/~board/fort-worth-isd-news/post/public-input-meeting-future-of-farrington-field?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

If you would like to speak at the meeting, you must call **817-814-1920** in advance to reserve a speaking slot. I just called, and a very nice woman answered the phone and took my name and phone number (the phone number is optional). She will assign you a speaker number indicating your place in line. I am currently speaker #14.

The person I spoke with said that each individual will have **3 minutes** to speak.
Jerre Tracy
Executive Director
Historic Fort Worth

My understanding is that you have until **4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting** to call and reserve a spot. You may also sign up in person at the ISD headquarters between **5:00 p.m. and 5:20 p.m.** on the day of the meeting.