HFW Staff Preserving Fort Worth’s historic identity includes honoring the stories of communities that shaped our city. This recent Fort Worth Star-Telegram article explores how the Mosier Valley community is working to preserve its history while navigating what comes next. Read the full story here:https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/fort-worth/article312119878.html
Fort Worth’s skyline and civic identity continue to evolve with a milestone moment for our city’s heart: the newly expanded Fort Worth Convention Center has officially opened the first phase of its transformation. This long‑awaited project — part of a broader vision to elevate Fort Worth’s downtown and strengthen its appeal as a premier destination … Read more
Fort Worth’s classrooms are about to get a big boost thanks to the expanding work of The Welman Project, a local nonprofit committed to equipping teachers with free supplies and creative resources. By tapping into surplus materials from area businesses and offering community workshops, the organization has become an invaluable partner for educators — and … Read more
Bob on Business: Owner of historic Stockyards building seeking to save structure by Bob Francis, Fort Worth Report September 7, 2025 Urban Stillhouse owner Meredith Koko wants Fort Worth to know she does not intend to tear down the 110-year-old former cold-storage warehouse that once housed the Los Vaqueros Stockyards restaurant. “The message that I’m … Read more
2024 Preservation is the Art of the City” Art Show ART, HISTORY, AND COMMUNITY CELEBRATED AT 2024 “PRESERVATION IS THE ART OF THE CITY” SHOWFort Worth’s annual art show honors creativity, cultural heritage, and the city’s historic identity. FORT WORTH, TX — The 2024 Preservation is the Art of the City exhibition opened to enthusiastic … Read more
Star-Telegram Shines Spotlight on Fort Worth’s Endangered Historic Places FORT WORTH, TX – May 8, 2025 — Historic Fort Worth, Inc. extends its heartfelt appreciation to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and reporter Abby Mantas for their recent coverage of the organization’s 2025 Most Endangered Places list. Published on May 7, the article offers a powerful … Read more
Fort Worth groups lose $110K in NEA funds to transform former KKK hall after Trump move by David Moreno, Fort Worth ReportMay 7, 2025 https://fortworthreport.org/2025/05/07/fort-worth-groups-lose-110k-in-nea-funds-to-transform-former-kkk-hall-after-trump-move/
Repairs Underway at Historic Sandman Hotel Following Devastating Explosion That Injured 21 On Monday, January 8, 2023, a powerful explosion rocked the Sandman Signature Hotel located in the historic Waggoner Building at 810 Houston Street, Fort Worth. The blast occurred shortly before 4 p.m. in the basement area, believed to be connected to the Musume … Read more
In east Fort Worth, an unsuspecting bridge could earn a historic designation. Here’s why by Bob Francis, Fort Worth Report April 29, 2025 Read the story
Historic Southside, the neighborhood that runs along the east side of Interstate 35 and north of East Rosedale Street across from Near Southside and near downtown, was back on the agenda of the city’s Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission April 14.