Preservation is the Art of the City Art Show
Calling all artists

“Preservation is the Art of the City would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Their commitment to art and historic preservation helps keep this beloved Fort Worth tradition alive.”

2025
Preservation is the Art of the City Art Show

September 4 – 6, 2025

First on 7th  • 500 W 7th Street • Lower Level

Party with the Artist – September 4, 2025
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating local talent! Mingle with the artists, enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drinks, and be the first to view—and purchase—incredible original works before the exhibition opens to the public.

Friday, September 5 – Show Opens to Public 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – FREE Admission

Saturday, September 6 – Gallery Night
Show Opens to Public 12:00 p.m. – 9 p.m. FREE Admission

Preservation is the Art of the City Art Show

SEPTEMBER 4-6, 2025

First on 7th  • 500 W 7th Street • Lower Level

For 22 years Historic Fort Worth, Inc. has hosted an art fundraiser named Preservation is the Art of the City (PAC) that showcases the vibrant art scene and local talent in Fort Worth and the surrounding area.  The purpose of this art show and sale is to generate operating funds for HFW, a charity that is dedicated to saving Fort Worth’s unique historic identity.  Additionally, Preservation is the Art of the City establishes a marketplace for studio artists to sell their artworks and earn a living.

The event spans several days, allowing the public to connect with Fort Worth artists and their works.  The opening Party with the Artists will be held on Thursday, September 4; and will be followed by Gallery Night on September 6.  Gallery Night, a program of the Fort Worth Art Dealers’ Association, connects the artists in HFW’s show to art lovers throughout the city.  Both HFW’s Party with the Artists and Gallery Night create an immersive art experience for the attendees. By featuring a variety of art styles and mediums, Preservation is the Art of the City highlights the talent and creativity of the local artistic community.  In the past, HFW’s art show has been held in the downtown Fort Worth library, the Fort Worth Community Arts Center, First on 7th, and The Woman’s Club of Fort Worth.

2025 Featured Artist

Carolyn Natishyn

Carolyn Natishyn

Born in Dallas, I learned about fine art early on, studying classical piano, music theory, art history and painting, attending art museums, symphonies, plays and ballet performances. (read more)

2025 Honorees

Mary Kathryn Anderson and Warren Gould

2025 Juror Carter Bowden

Thank you to our sponsors for 2025 Party with the Artists.

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