National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, Museum and hall of fame in Fort Worth, Texas, US.
The National Cowgirl Museum exhibits artifacts, photographs, and interactive displays that document women's contributions to Western culture through ranching and rodeo activities.
Founded in 1975 in the basement of Deaf Smith County Library in Hereford, the institution relocated to Fort Worth in 1994 and opened its current 33,000-square-foot building in 2002.
The Hall of Fame recognizes over 200 women, including artists Georgia O'Keeffe, pioneer Sacagawea, sharpshooter Annie Oakley, and Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.
The museum operates Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with closures on major national holidays.
The building features a 45-foot-high domed rotunda, hand-carved relief panels, and a wild rose motif in terracotta finials that represent core themes of cowgirl heritage.
Location: Texas
Inception: 1975
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10:00-17:00; Sunday 12:00-17:00; January 01 off; July 04 off; November Thursday[4] off; December 24-25 off
Website: http://cowgirl.net
GPS coordinates: 32.74330,-97.36920
Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:21
Texas contains natural springs, waterfalls, sand dunes and historic sites. The terrain changes from desert to swampland. The state features mining towns, military forts, Japanese gardens and prehistoric locations. Visitors can explore underwater caves, limestone cliffs, and salt marshes. The area includes Native American quarries, Spanish missions, and 19th-century plantations.
Fort Worth brings together its cattle trade past with a strong arts scene and open green spaces. Visitors can explore the history of the American West at the Stockyards, while museums like the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum, and the Amon Carter Museum display art collections spanning from ancient times to the present. The National Cowgirl Museum tells the stories of women who shaped the frontier. The city offers parks and gardens, including the Fort Worth Botanic Garden and the Water Gardens with their terraced pools. The zoo houses animals from different continents. Downtown, Sundance Square features restaurants and shops, while historic sites like Log Cabin Village and Thistle Hill invite exploration. Those looking for music and local atmosphere can visit venues such as Billy Bob's Texas or the White Elephant Saloon.
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