WhereTraveler Guestbook Dallas/Fort Worth 2019-2020

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MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS

Multicultural Powerhouse The arts and culture scene is alive and well in North Texas—from mesmerizing murals that decorate Deep Ellum’s music venues to sheer multitude of museums you’ll find in the Metroplex: everything from science and technology-based spaces to aviation, Asian art and history. Then there’s the performance spaces that host Broadway shows, dance, symphonies, rock stars and comedians.

AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTER The American Airlines Center is one of the premier venues in Dallas for sports, special events, and top-tier musical acts like U2 and Elton John. 2500 Victory Ave., 214.221.8326. www.americanairlinescenter.com AT&T PERFORMING ARTS CENTER This multi-venue performing arts center houses the Winspear Opera House, Wyly Theatre, Strauss Artist Square, Hammon Hall and Sammons Park. 2403 Flora St., 214.880.0202. www.attpac.org AT&T STADIUM Home of the Dallas Cowboys, the $1.15 billion, 140-acre complex boasts the world’s largest LED

screen. The stadium also hosts concerts and other special events. Daily tours are available. One AT&T Way, Arlington, 817.892.4161. www.attstadium.com BALL-EDDLEMANMCFARLAND HOUSECL003486 Virtually unaltered from its original form, the Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House (1899) is Fort Worth’s premier example of Queen Anne-style Victorian architecture. 1110 Penn St., Fort Worth, 817.336.2344. www.historicfortworth.org BASS PERFORMANCE HALL This architecturally astounding concert hall entices patrons with beautiful acoustics and offers acts ranging from annual traditions like Lyle Lovett to A-list comedians, Broadway

shows and orchestra performances. 525 Commerce St., Fort Worth, 817.212.4280. www.basshall.com BISHOP ARTS DISTRICT A town square-like shopping atmosphere featuring artistic treasures and eclectic gifts. Known as the mothership for hipsters and the avant-garde, the Bishop Arts District makes the hearts of artists flutter. 419 N. Bishop Ave. www.bishopartsdistrict.com H CATHEDRAL OF HOPE This inclusive church, founded in 1970, offers four services on Sunday—the 1 pm in Spanish—and one on Wednesday. It is known as the “world’s largest gay church.” 5910 Cedar Springs Road, 214.351.1901. www.cathedralofhope.com

COWBOYS GOLF CLUB As the world’s first NFL-themed golf course, this resort-style, daily fee course is an ultimate destination for business and entertainment alike. Numerous collectibles and prestigious Super Bowl trophies create an impressive experience. 1600 Fairway Drive, Grapevine, 817.481.7277. www.cowboysgolfclub.com DALLAS ARBORETUM AND BOTANICAL GARDEN Along the shores of White Rock Lake, the Dallas Arboretum showcases 66 gorgeous acres, which feature more than 2,000 varieties of azaleas, towering magnolia trees and a reflecting pool. 8525 Garland Road, 214.515.6615. www.dallasarboretum.org

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