The Best Museums in DFW

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Explore, learn, and discuss history at these amazing museums in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. From modern art to fascinating science facts. Immerse yourself in a whole new world for a few hours or plan the perfect date night.


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Dallas Museum of Art

1717 N Harwood St, Dallas


This FREE museum is frequently rotating unique exhibits to explore. One walk through the Dallas Museum of Art will leave you feeling refreshed and inspired to create your own! Check out the full calendar of upcoming events, new collections and more!


Ticketed exhibits are free on the first Sunday of each month.


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Oak Cliff Cultural Center

223 Jefferson Blvd, Dallas


Oak Cliff Cultural Center, otherwise known as OC3, is not just a museum to explore. The center "is all about empowering the Dallas community through art". The center is located next to Texas Theatre and open Tuesday through Saturday. Read more about how to get involved or a plan a visit to check out what the community has created. 


"There is no charge to visit OCCC, however, some events and classes may charge an admission fee."


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Fort Worth Museum of Science and History

1600 Gendy St, Fort Worth


Interactive, historical and fun! This museum is the perfect place to take the whole family for a weekend visit. Explore outer space at the Noble Planetarium, take a trip through multiple exhibits, check out the Cattle Raisers Museum and more! There's something for everyone to enjoy at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. 


Click here for discount details


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Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

3200 Darnell St, Fort Worth


The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth is the home of many contemporary art pieces. From post WWII artworks, to new exhibits every few months, there's always something new to discover and explore. Plan your visit today!


Free admission on Fridays, Half-price on Sundays


Photo via Kimbell Art Museum Facebook

Kimbell Art Museum

3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76107


The Kimbell Art Museum offers a serene outdoor experience, perfect for cooler weather, with café seating that allows you to enjoy the museum’s iconic architecture and peaceful grounds. After exploring the galleries, warm up with coffee, light bites, or lunch from the museum café. It's an ideal stop for a relaxed, culture-filled day in Fort Worth.


The Kimbell Collection is always free to view.


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African American Museum of Dallas

3536 Grand Ave, Dallas


The African American Museum of Dallas features one of the largest African American Folk Art collections in the U.S., historical materials, and a variety of special exhibits from art galleries, to musical performances, photo stories and more.


Admission to the museum is free except for tour groups over 10. Tickets are needed for special events and exhibits. Click here for more details


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Perot Museum of Nature and Science

2201 N Field St, Dallas


Love all things science? The Perot Museum of Nature and Science is the perfect place to visit! Learn about gems and minerals, discuss bones and rare fossils, and even get hands-on by participating in the ChallENGe Lab! If you're over 21, you can check out their after hours Thursdays on Tap event.


Click here for discount details


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Frontiers of Flight Museum

6911 Lemmon Ave, Dallas


The sky's the limit! Learn all about aerospace at the Frontiers of Flight Museum located in Dallas. Admission is only $12 for adults, $9 for children and open 7 days a week. Plan your visit to learn more about over 40 air and space vehicles and over 35,000 historical artifacts!


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