Not too far away, in downtown Fort Worth, are the western-themed Sid Richardson Collection and the Cattle Raisers Museum, as well as a branch of the Modern. For the artistically adventurous, it's worth a side trip to Arlington, about 10 miles east of Fort Worth, where the Arlington Museum of Art shows very contemporary, often edgy work. When completed in 2002 it will be the largest contemporary art museum in America. Follow links for events, maps and more information. Arlington Museum of Art One of Texas' finest contemporary art museums is housed incongruously in a former JC Penney store, in a suburb otherwise known for its theme parks and baseball stadium.
Exhibits bring in cutting-edge artists from New York and other cities.
Kimbell Art Museum Serene and filled with natural light, this exquisite museum designed by Louis Kahn is a masterpiece of modern design. And the collection is wonderful, too, featuring works from prehistory to the early 20th century. Strong points include pre-Renaissance, Renaissance and Impressionist art. The Modern focuses on post-World War II art in its 2,800 piece collection in the museum district and at its annex, The Modern at Sundance Square. Western Art Old West artists Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell are showcased at this museum in Sundance Square.