Established in 1969, honored with the 2009 Texas Historical Commission’s Governors Award in Preservation and a member of the National Preservation Partners Network, Historic Fort Worth, Inc. is dedicated to preserving Fort Worth’s unique historic identity through stewardship, education and leadership.  HFW stewards the 1899 Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House, Fort Worth’s second landmark, and the 1953 Yates-Ottmann office building.

Historic Fort Worth, Inc. preserves Fort Worth’s distinct historic identity through stewardship, education and leadership.

Historic Fort Worth, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. 

Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House Museum Tours

Historic Fort Worth offers tours of
Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House
1110 Penn Street

(Appointments are not needed for these days and times.)
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday: 11:00, 12:00, 1:00 & 2:00
(2:00 is the last tour).

Sundays: 1:00, 2:00, & 3:00 (3:00 is the last tour).
Tours begin on the hour.
Admission:
$15.00 Adults –  $10.00 Children, 12 years of age and under
Group rates available for 20 or more. Groups by appointment only.

Occasionally, the house is closed for events. Please call to confirm tour availability.

Click Here for more information about the house.  

McFarland Staircase
Rentals at McFarland

Rent McFarland House for your next event

Call 817-332-5875

email rentals@historicfortworth.org for pricing, availability and to learn more about this historic venue.

Mark Your Calendars for This Exciting Event

Cantey Awards

Cantey Lecture and Preservation Awards

Join us as Willis C. Winters, FAIA brings the charm and character of Charles Dilbeck’s homes to life in a fascinating lecture. Then, stay for the Preservation Awards, celebrating the people who keep Fort Worth’s history thriving.

Click here for more info. 

October 16, 2025

The Woman’s Club of Fort Worth
1316 Pennsylvania Ave.

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We greatly appreciate the support of the following businesses in furthering the mission of Historic Fort Worth.

However, we are unable to provide specific recommendations or endorsements for any business.

 
Acme Brick Tile and Stone
Brazos Midstream
Callahan freeman architects
Ciera Bank
City Roofing Company
First Bank of the Southwest
Gittings Photography
Harold Leidner Landscape Architects
Higginbotham Insurance
Junior League of Fort Worth
Sanders Travel
Susanna Bartolomei
Towne Park
Vantage Bank
West Fork Landscaping

Historic Fort Worth is a proud member of the following preservation organizations:

We Can't Save Them Without You!

Please consider donating to
Historic Fort Worth, Inc.

Membership has its rewards

Please join with other generous individuals, corporations, and foundations to help Historic Fort Worth with its mission to preserve history.

Tour McFarland House for Free. Receive free membership tour tickets as other discounts.

Historic Fort Worth is a 501c (3) charity.