The history of the railroad in Fort Worth Texas
From the day the very first train arrived in Fort Worth, July 19, 1876 this city has been a railroad town in every sense of the word. Locals have long realized what an imposing site the rail yards west of downtown are as the drive along Vickery Boulevard, but with the opening of the new […]
Historic Churches in Fort Worth
Our church tour offers the opportunity to go inside a few of downtown’s most beautiful buildings and to learn the history of the many colorful characters who established and presided over Fort Worth’s famous houses of worship. From the infamous J. Frank Norris who headed Fort Worth’s First Baptist Church for 42 years to Joseph Clark […]
Spice
SPICE By Thai Select Spice is a great neighborhood spot in a funky little mini-strip of popular local joints. Next door to Proper and Fixture on Magnolia SPICE is a friendly, nicely decorated little restaurant featuring fresh Thai dishes. Walking distance from downtown and the Fairmount neighborhoods, this triplex of businesses could be a nice […]
Capital Grille Fort Worth
Fort Worth’s Capital Grille is a chain. As an independent restaurateur for 30 years, I typically don’t spend much time in chain restaurants unless I’m at the airport. When I moved to the T&P Lofts in 2011, downtown Fort Worth was bustling with great places to eat, and new ones were opening steadily. Some decent […]
Sundance Plaza Opening Day, November 1, 2013
6 things that are going to change Fort Worth – #1 Commuter Rail
TEX Rail. There. I said it. Something that I have picked up on in many conversations lately is doubt. I understand where it’s coming from. My generation is used to hearing about all of the phenomenal things we will experience in our lifetimes, only to have seen those prophecies fall by the wayside as we’ve […]
2013 Main Table was a big success
Downtown Fort Worth Inc. serves the city very well in so many ways. Staying mostly behind the scenes this organization works to make or urban core the very best it can be by bringing together people to accomplish a common purpose. There are many big cities (some very close-by) where the people allow agenda politics […]
Texas & Pacific Building is now a light rail boarding station
Riding the Trinity Railway Express from Fort Worth to Dallas is easy and fun. The double-decker trains are clean and comfortable and they feature free wi-fi which makes commuting time productive. Everything you want to know about schedules, location of stations and destinations in Dallas or Fort Worth can be found at the TRE website […]
Arts Goggle 2013 Video
If you missed the Spring ArtsGoggle event in 2013, we have created a short video for you to enjoy the sights and sounds. Near Southside Fort Worth hosts this celebration of the arts twice a year, which spreads throughout the beautiful and eclectic neighborhoods of the area. I have attended this event three times, and […]
