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) on the following days:

(Appointments are not needed for these days and times.)

McFarland House will be CLOSED for tours Thursday, Nov. 28  for Thanksgiving.

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.

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Rentals at McFarland

Rent McFarland House for your next event

  • Weddings
  • Parties
  • Rehearsal Dinners
  • Showers
  • Portraits
  • Meetings

Call 817-332-5875

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

Mark Your Calendars for these Exciting Events

Membership Tour #3

 Historic Fort Worth’s Preservation Resource Center and Yates-Ottmann Building

December 5, 2024 | 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
1110 Penn St. | Fort Worth, TX 76102

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DATES FOR THE EXHIBIT:
March 7-9, 2025

EXHIBIT LOCATION:
Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House
1110 Penn Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
(Next to First Presbyterian Church)

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Hidden Gardens

The 2025 Hidden Gardens Tour will take place in five fabulous gardens in the beautiful Parkhill and University West neighborhoods

HonoreeGail Landreth 

Friday, May 16, 2024 Sunset Tour/Patron Dinner 5:00 p.m. 

           Sunday, May 18, 2024 Public Garden Tours 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. 

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In the News

A nice article about Southside Community Center in Fort Worth Report

The article covers a recent community meeting in Fort Worth, Texas, where residents discussed the potential transformation of the Southside Community Center into the new National Juneteenth Museum. The community center, which serves as a hub for diverse local programs and activities, requires approximately $10 million in repairs. The museum’s CEO, Jarred Howard, proposed demolishing the aging center to build the museum on this historically significant site.

While some residents, including the Historic Southside Neighborhood Association, support the proposal, concerns were raised over the loss of vital services currently offered at the center. City officials, including Council Member Chris Nettles, emphasized the importance of obtaining broader resident input before final decisions are made. The city proposed relocating some community center programs to other nearby facilities if the new museum is constructed, though accessibility for local groups remains a priority.

The article highlights the city’s commitment to community engagement, with ongoing surveys and potential follow-up meetings to ensure all voices are heard. Final decisions on the land lease and project planning are anticipated by year-end.

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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.

 
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Fender Andrade Architects
Gittings Photography
Hull Homes

Jim Irwin Floral

Junior League of Fort Worth
LanCarte Commerical Real Estate
Merriman Anderson Architechs
Park Place
PS The Letter
Scott Tucker Construction
Tarrant Regional Water

VanZandt Cottage Friends, Inc.

West Fork Landscaping
Western Exterminating
Lone Pecan Ranch
Towne Park
City Roofing Company
Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

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