Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame pays tribute to many Texas iconic cowboys and cowgirls. The museum is located in Historic Barn A situated in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District. Originallly built in 1898, it burned in March 11, 1911 and rebuilt (fireproof) in 1912. This near 100-year old building was once the horse and mule barn housing 300+ animals as late as World War II.

Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame realizes the life of a cowboy or cowgirl is an extension of the hard-working, competitive nature and pioneering spirit of the West. We strive to enlighten visitors of the cowboy heritage and its origins that lie deep within Texas history. See individual booths containing personal memorabilia and DVD depicting their respective events.

• NEWEST ATTRACTION THROUGH DECEMBER 2011
  The Applewhite-Clark Exhibit — Contains historical artifacts related and associated to the Early Repulic of Texas, circa 1830-1850. These one-of-a-kind items can only be seen at Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. The exhibit focuses on four (4) icons of that era who helped to shape and form Texas and Fort Worth as we know it today. They are:
  Major Ripley Allen Arnold – founder of Camp Worth (now Fort Worth)
  Captain Samuel Hamilton Walker – Original Texas Ranger
  Colonel John Coffee Hays – Original Texas Ranger
  General Lopez de Santa Anna – President of Mexico and army

FIVE PERMANENT EXHIBITS

• The Sterquell Wagon Collection – billed as the world’s largest lifestyle wagon collection, features more than 60 antique wagons, carriages and sleighs. This style of transportation is the first form of “green energy.” Each vehicle has been painstakingly restored and are displayed to show their original use.
• The John Justin Trail of Fame – An exhibit dedicated to the legendary man – John Justin, Jr. A man of vision, he put his own “special shine” on boots, Fort Worth and Texas. His civic and philanthropic service is renowned. You will see: one-of-a-kinds boots, photos, books, and more. In addition, view a video of his life narrated by President George W. Bush, Red Steagall, Wilfred Brimley and others.
• The Chisholm Trail Exhibit – Displaying artifacts off the Chisholm Trail, the famous cattle-drive route of the Old West. Four themes are explored in the exhibit: “Origins of the Cattle Trails,” “Cowtown and the Drover,” “Trail Impact on Fort Worth,” and “Popular Culture of the Trails.” The exhibit includes rare, authentic pieces with some dating as early as the 1700’s.
• The Zigrang Bit Collection – A collection showcasing 128 bits of various design. Most bits are forged from iron, with some dating back to 1867. Pieces in the collection were used for such disciplines as driving, pleasure riding or Calvary mounts.
• Adventures of the Cowboy Trail – A 4-station, hands-on Exploratorium; teaching children about cowboy experiences on a cattle-drive. Station 1 – kids learn how to pack a Chuckwagon with magnets simulating the Cook’s many needed items. Station 2 – kids learn the Cowboy Alphabet (characters for branding) and then brand their own longhorn (flyer). Station 3 – kids learn about Treasures of the Trail, then search for replica arrowheads. Station 4 – kids learn how a cowboy or cowgirl would pack for a trail drive by learning to saddle and bridle a replica Paint Horse (scaled down to accommodate a child’s height).

• AMON G. CARTER’S 1933 V8 Cadillac — Cadillac’s V8 engines revolutionized the American car industry and set the standard for most modern vehicles. Cadillac was the first automobile maker to mass-produce a V8 engine. The distinguishing feature of the 1933 Cadillac is the front clip, with its wind-splitting, aerodynamic “V”-shaped grill. Serial numbers for identification were not used however; engine numbers were stamped on the crankcase near the water inlet on the right hand side. A 1933 Cadillac innovation: Fisher no-draft individually controlled ventilation (I.C.V.) (Vent windows). The price range for Mr. Carter’s Cadillac range: $2,795 to $4,000 and was, based on wheelbase and amenities

• JERSEY LILLY OLD-TIME PHOTO PARLOR – Step back into time for a vintage style, sepia-toned photo in traditional old-fashioned costumes and background settings. You can be a Cowboy, Saloon Girl, and much more.

• WESTERN GIFT SHOP – Find unique one-of-a kind gifts for you and your loved ones.

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