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National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
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    September 16, 2026

    Desert Rose Luncheon

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    November 5, 2026

    50th Annual Induction Luncheon

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National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame

Plan Your Visit

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  • Hours
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  • Directions & Parking
  • Ways to Explore
  • Accessibility
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Whether you’re planning a quick stop or a full day of exploration, the National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame, located in Fort Worth’s Cultural District, offers the information you need to prepare for your visit. Find details on hours, admission, directions, tours, and helpful tips to make the most of your time.

About the Museum

Hours of Operation

Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 5pm
Saturday: 10am – 5pm
Sunday: 12pm – 5pm

Museum Hours Subject to Change

Read more about holiday closings and inclement weather.

Open Today!

Admission

Members Are Always FREE! Ticket price includes access to all permanent exhibitions.

Combo Tickets

Guests receive 50% off National Cowgirl Museum and Fort Worth Museum of Science and History tickets when purchased at either institution the same day. Simply show your receipt to receive the discount.

Buy Tickets

Up to 30 people at one time with two-week advance reservation; 10 person minimum.

Tours will be self-guided and the STQRY media tour is available for anyone with a smart phone.  The tour groups must be divided into smaller groups of no more than 10 people in one group.  Docents will not be provided at this time. Group tour discounted rates do not qualify for free parking.

Group Tours
Adults
$10
Seniors

(age 65+)

$7
Military and First Responders

(with ID)

$7
Children

(age 4-12)

$4
Children age 3 and under

(Free with full price paid admission)

Free
Cowgirl Family Special

(2 adults & up to 4 children age 4-12)

$28
Members

Become a member today!

Free
Adults/Seniors

(age 65+)

$7
Students

(PreK-12th) One free chaperone per every 10 students

$4.50
Additional Chaperones
$7
Group Tours

Not available at this time

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Docent-Guided Tours

Not available at this time

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Schedule a Tour

Planning to visit as a group? Whether it's a school field trip,
corporate team building, group outing, or even a family reunion, we’re excited to
welcome you. Select the experience you’d like to explore below:

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Directions

1720 Gendy Street, Fort Worth, TX 76107

How to get here

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The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame is located at 1720 Gendy Street in the Cultural District of Fort Worth, approximately one mile north of I-30. The Museum is west of the Will Rogers Memorial Center and south of the Museum of Science and History.

The Museum is within walking distance of the Dickies Arena, Will Rogers Memorial Center, the Museum of Science and History, the Amon Carter Museum, the Kimbell Art Museum and the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. For additional information about visiting Fort Worth, go to the Visit Fort Worth site.

Daily and Event Parking Rates

  • 0-120 minutes: $6
  • More than 120 minutes: $12
  • More than 180 minutes: $15

A discounted parking rate is provided to Cowgirl Museum Members for the Museum Lot located on the corner of Harley Ave and Montgomery and the Western Heritage Garage. Validation is available at the concierge desk. There is no discounted parking available during the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo.

Helpful tips for Visitors

Accessibility

The Cowgirl is happy to assist guests with mobility disabilities. People with disabilities who use manual or power wheelchairs or scooters and manually-powered mobility aids such as walkers, crutches, and canes are allowed in all facilities and areas.

Safety risks require that the following rules apply to the use of power-driven mobility devices by persons with mobility disabilities:

  • Persons wishing to use a power-driven mobility device must be prepared to provide credible assurance that the person is using the device due to a mobility disability.
  • No mobility devices powered by fuel or combustion engines are allowed in any indoor facilities.
  • The Museum reserves the right to prohibit the use of power-driven mobility devices in any area within that personnel reasonably determine that use causes a legitimate safety concern for the disabled patron or for other persons. In those instances, the Museum will use reasonable efforts to provide a storage location for the mobility device and accommodate the mobility impaired visitor in alternate ways. The Museum does not provide motorized wheelchairs or scooters. Manual wheelchairs are available upon request. A drop off zone for individuals needing assistance is available in front of the Museum.
Museum Closures

Holiday Closings: New Year’s Day, Easter, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

During inclement weather, we follow the Fort Worth Independent School District’s closure and delayed opening schedule. We will post alerts in the event of a closure. You can also visit Fort Worth ISD’s website or call us at 817-336-4475 for more information.

Closures will also be noted on the museum website at the top of the page and through all social media channels.

 

Purchasing Tickets

Plan ahead by purchasing your tickets online, or buy them in person at the Guest Relations Desk. When you arrive, please have your online purchase confirmation available for check-in.

Admission Discounts

 

 

Museums for All
$3 exhibit admission per individual for up to four individuals with presentation of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card and a valid form of photo ID.

 

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History Member
Half off with valid FWMSH membership card

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History Visitor
50% off The Cowgirl exhibit admission with today’s FWMSH admission ticket.

Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

Free admission with the purchase of a FWSSR general admission or Free FWSSR grounds admission* with proof of National Cowgirl Museum Membership. *Does not include rodeo or other ticketed events.

TCU Students & Faculty

Free admission with ID

Getting to the Museum

The National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame is located at 1720 Gendy Street in the Cultural District of Fort Worth, approximately one mile north of I-30. The Museum is west of the Will Rogers Memorial Center and south of the Museum of Science and History.

The Museum is within walking distance of the Dickies Arena, Will Rogers Memorial Center, the Museum of Science and History, the Amon Carter Museum, the Kimbell Art Museum and the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. For additional information about visiting Fort Worth, please visit the Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau.

From the East (Arlington & Dallas): Take I-30 west to Montgomery Street (Exit 11B); go north on Montgomery Street to Harley Street and turn right on Harley. From Harley, turn left into parking lot.

From Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport: Take south exit out of airport and follow signs to Fort Worth; Highway 183 west to 121; 35W south to I-30 west. Take I-30 west to Montgomery Street (Exit 11B); go north on Montgomery Street to Harley Street and turn right on Harley. From Harley, turn left into parking lot.

Museum & Visitor Guidelines

What can I bring into the Museum? Guests are welcome to bring small bags, backpacks and purses (12 X 12 X 12 and under). For guest safety and comfort, large bags, luggage, bicycles, scooters, skateboards and other personal transport devices are not allowed. No glass containers. Oversized strollers, double strollers and wagons are not permitted in galleries due to limited space.

Food and drink policy: To keep The Cowgirl galleries clean and safe for artifacts, art, and guests, no food or drink is allowed while visiting. Guests are welcome to bring food to enjoy on benches outside near the front of the Museum or at picnic tables in Alice Walton Park, south of the Museum. Food and drink provided during events at The Cowgirl must be consumed within the event space and may not be carried in any gallery spaces.

Photography

Handheld photography and video for personal use is allowed. Please no tripods, monopods, selfie sticks or flash photography. Share your photos on social media and tag @cowgirlmuseum.

Photography policy: While exploring the National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame, visitors may be photographed or recorded by museum staff or authorized photographers. These images help us share the mission of THE COWGIRL and may appear in museum materials, on our website, and in social media. By entering the museum, guests grant implied permission for the use of their likeness in our promotional efforts.

Firearm Policy

As an educational institution with numerous school and educational groups and activities on our property, weapons are prohibited from the property pursuant to Section 46.03 of the Texas Penal Code. Additionally, pursuant to Texas Penal Code Sections 30.06 and 30.07, we have posted legal signage notifying the public that we do not permit concealed or openly carried handguns in our facility, with the exception of law enforcement officers.

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Now On View
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Collections

Discover The Cowgirl’s collection of artifacts and archives documenting the West’s most remarkable women.
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Alice Walton Cowgirl Park

Explore this outdoor space just steps from the museum to extend the Cowgirl story beyond our walls.
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Events

Enjoy special events throughout the year. From Cowgirl Connection to Cowgirl Workshops, events are a great way to connect with other cowgirl enthusiasts!
Events
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Hall of Fame

Meet the artists, ranchers, rodeo champions, activists, and trailblazers who shape the West.
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Explore Fort Worth

Make the most of your trip by exploring Fort Worth’s Cultural District, a walkable area filled with museums, public art, and nearby attractions.
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National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame

1720 Gendy St
Fort Worth, TX 76107
817.336.4475

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