Free Museums in Grand Prairie

"1717 North Harwood Street, Dallas, TX 75201(214) 922-1200Distance from the hotel 7.9 mi. The Dallas Museum of Art is a major art museum located in the Arts District of downtown Dallas, Texas, along Woodall Rodgers Freeway between St. Paul and Harwood. In 1984, the museum moved from its previous location in Fair Park to the Arts District."

"Head to the Dallas Arts District, home to some of Dallas' most significant cultural landmarks, including the Dallas Museum of Art. The Nasher Sculpture Center and The Crow Collection of Asian Art. If you like architecture, Flora Street features 5 buildings designed by Pritzker-Prize winning architects."

"The Kimbell Art Museum is a little intimate and unorthodox, but that doesn’t stop it from being one of the best that Fort Worth, Texas has to offer in terms of places to visit!. With a building designed meticulously by the great Louis I. Khan, it is known for its eye-catching design and the silvery sunlight that naturally enters the building and its galleries from outside. Relatively small, the Kimbell Art Museum is home to 350 pieces of art, numerous educational program offerings, and a prolific library of and for research."

"For art outside the U.S., the Kimbell Art Museum contains paintings and sculptures from the best of the best, including Michelangelo, Picasso, Frida, Van Gogh and Monet. You won’t believe it!. And the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth holds a vast collection of artwork that will blow your mind. I highly recommend checking out all three if you have time."

"Yet another one of the points of interest in the city dedicated to art, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth is concentrated on works from the end of World War II until modern times. More than 3,000 different display items are exhibited, mostly dating from 1945 to now, ranging from sculptures to prints and from paintings to photographs. The building of the Modern Art Museum itself is unique, with five glass and concrete pavilions that all overlooking a reflecting pond, terrace, and sculpture garden."

"The Kimbell Art Museum houses a collection spanning various time periods and art styles while the Modern Art Museum showcases more recent pieces, created after World War II. Another option is the Amon Carter Museum, which exhibits American artwork. Another must-see spot is the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, which honors many impressive women from the West."

"Art Forum called it “the most elegant museum in the entire country”. Experience the world-renowned architect Tadao Ando’s “Arbor for Art” in Fort Worth. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth maintains one of the foremost collections of international modern and contemporary art in the country."

"Formally known as the Crow Collection of Asian Art, this stunning museum in Dallas' Arts District features over 1,000 masterworks, hailing from Japan, China, India and Southeast Asia, many of which have been assembled from the private collection of local real estate mogul Trammel Crow and his wife Margaret. Here, visitors can explore a series of galleries showcasing art objects, paintings, scrolls and large architectural pieces, some of which dates to the 10th century. Highlights include a collection of Chinese jade objects and a suit of Samurai armor from the Edo period."

"Housed in a modern building in Dallas’ downtown Arts District, this small but exquisite museum allows visitors to follow a winding course through a choice collection of sculptures and artworks from China, Japan,..."

"The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History got its start as the city's children's museum, before expanding in 1968. Today, permanent collections include DinoLabs, an area with fully-articulated dinosaur skeletons and replica dig site; Energy Blast, an exhibition dedicated to showcasing the science behind alternative energy sources; the Fort Worth Children's Museum; and the Cattle Raisers Museum, a 10,000-square-foot "museum within a museum" that highlights Texas's long history as a cattle hub. The museum is also home to the Noble Planetarium."

"Opened in 1945, the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History features many excellent hands-on educational exhibits related to science, technology, and natural history. Really five museum collections under a single (large) roof, it includes highlights like the Fort Worth Children's Museum, a place for kids under eight to play and learn. Also of interest for families is the DinoLabs and DinoDig exhibit, portraying the story of dinosaurs in the state, complete with a replica of a dig site."

"Inside the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, people will find themselves exploring not only the exhibits, but the innovation studios, the Omni Theater, and the Noble Planetarium. There are multiple shows throughout the day and people will love the opportunity to see more than one of them during their visit. Address: 1600 Gendy St, Fort Worth, TX 76107"

"Let’s get back into the city center and check out a few aesthetic places. If you want to have a quiet afternoon appreciating and looking at different art styles, then we got the Arlington Museum of Art for you!. The object of the focus of the Arlington Museum of Art is mainly the different contemporary arts of Texas."

"The Museum of Biblical Art, as the name suggests, showcases the biblical art or the Christian and Jewish themed art. It is located about 15-16 minutes away from the city centre of Dallas. The museum showcases intriguing figurines and vast information about the holocaust, rare books, and lithographs related to the theme."

"This one of a kind art museum focuses on the Christian and Jewish themes present in works of art around the world. Over 2,500 works by artists like Andy Warhol, John Singer Sargent and Marc Chagall as well as a vast collection of religiously affiliated artifacts, further heighten the purpose of this museum."

"One of the best places of interest for Christians and those who follow other paths, the Museum of Biblical Art showcases incredible works inspired by incredible stories. Some of the best artists who ever lived have pieces on display here. These are among the most beautiful things to see in Dallas."

"Housed in the building where police claim Lee Harvey Oswald fired the shot that killed President John F. Kennedy in a motorcade on the city street below, The Sixth Floor Museum chronicles the life of Kennedy. It’s home to original documents, newspapers, and TV broadcasts that explore Kennedy’s legacy after his assassination in 1963. Source: Shutterstock"

"Located in downtown Dallas, this unique museum beautifully chronicles the assassination and life of JFK from a cultural, social, and historical perspective."

"The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza chronicles the assassination and legacy of President Kennedy with documentary films, photographs, and artifacts."

"National Cowgirl Hall of Fame and Museum is the only museum in the world that honors and celebrates women who helped shape the American West. The museum is located in the heart of the Fort Worth Cultural District in the Will Roger’s Memorial Complex. The property includes permanent and traveling exhibits, two theaters, a research library, archives and gift shop."

"National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame displays the honoring of women of the American West. It appreciates and celebrates women who exemplify resilience and independence. They also embody the ideals and spirit of a woman who is self-reliant."

"A post shared by Kessler Theater (@kesslertheater) on Dec 2, 2018 at 5:30pm PST. If you and your partner like to catch live entertainment, you must check out The Kessler Theater’s calendar. The theatre dates back to the 1940s, and features musical performances from a wide range of genres, from classical to heavy metal."

"Combine the magic of stories come to life with the comfort of settling into a dark, cool room for a bit, and you get happy, refreshed families every time. The Dallas Children’s Theater has been producing shows for children and families since 1984. Family-friendly originals and literary classics grace the marquee, all of which are meant to inspire children to embrace their creative gifts."

"Ranked as one of the top five theaters in the nation by Time, the Dallas Children’s Theater (DCT) offers wide-ranging performances with an emphasis on kindness, including puppetry, circus, and classics like Beauty and the Beast."