Over the years I have been to Fort Worth, Texas, a few times. But
not enough. Other than a two-day stay for the big rodeo there, my forays into
Fort Worth have been a couple of hours here and there while in the area on
other business.
And my last visit, whenever it was, was a long time ago. So I’m
ready to go back.
Fort Worth is a big city. But it’s a city—unlike many others I
could name—that has never tried to outgrow its past as a cowtown. It takes
pride in its past, and much of what I want to see and do there celebrates that past
and Western heritage in general.
I saw a lot of great Charlie Russell paintings at the Sid
Richardson Museum and will make a return visit. Then there’s the Amon Carter
Museum I have heard good things about. And the National Cowgirl Museum and
Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame.
And, of course, the Fort Worth Stockyards and all its
attractions—even though it’s a bit touristy for my taste.
There might even be time to find something good to eat.
Good destination. Fort Worth is my home town, and I go back twice a year to visit kin. My autumn visit coincides with the Will Rogers Medallion Award dinner, usually at a restaurant at the Stockyards. Good bunch of people, and I see many good friends, WWA members and otherwise. Harlan
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