Best Arts and Culture Places in Arlington

"Dallas Museum of Art showcases its visitors with a comprehensive display of numerous artworks that spans years of history. Next, this establishment has well-lit premises and ventilated hallways, making the venue comfortable and suitable for photography. Also, this art facility has 24,000 works of art that are aged 5000 years of age."

"Inside the Dallas Museum of Art, you can enjoy wall-to-wall amusement with more than 24,000 works of art from different cultures and time periods. Trade in the midday Dallas sun to view some breathtaking art on display. The museum also hosts a variety of classes, workshops, and activities for kids."

"One of the city’s most celebrated centers of art appreciation, the Dallas Museum of Art is a cultural powerhouse where artists from around the globe and through the centuries are on display free of charge. Exhibits are a must-see: More than just 007 fans will appreciate the “Shaken."

"The Kimbell Art Museum, one of the best things to do in Fort Worth, is just down the street. The building itself is a sight to see: it was designed by award-winning architect Louis I. Khan. This museum only has about 350 pieces, fulfilling its mission of “definitive excellence, not the size of the collection.” One of the top attractions in Fort Worth, the Kimbell is home to Michelangelo’s first painting, rare decorative art from Africa and Asia, pieces of ancient Greece and Rome, and much more."

"The Kimbell’s original building, designed by Louis Kahn, is considered among the most notable museums in the world. Opened in 1972, the building's most striking features are the barreled roofs which diffuse sunlight softly through the building and onto the artwork inside. The same shapes are found in the outside portico areas and three patio spaces found within the building."

"The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth focuses on post-WWII art, with a large permanent collection of 2,600 modern and contemporary pieces in a variety of media. Some of the more famous names represented are Anselm Kiefer, Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Gerhard Richter, Susan Rothenberg, and Andy Warhol. Designed by Tadao Ando, this unique complex with its five pavilions of concrete and glass was built in 2002 and overlooks a one-and-a-half-acre reflecting pond around which is a sculpture garden and terrace."

"The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth's building was designed by the Japanese architect Tadao Ando in 2002. Massive two-dimensional walls of architectural concrete show off the Modern's basic structure and 44-foot-high transparent walls of glass framed in metal surround the concrete envelope. The desire to use disseminated and mirrored natural light within the gallery spaces was a major influence on the building's design."

"This modern art museum originally opened in 1892, but its newest building in the Cultural District was built in 2002. The collection has all sorts of post-World War II art, ranging from paintings by Jackson Pollock to sculpture by KAWS. All major, international movements are included such as Abstract Expressionism, Minimalism, and Neo-Expressionism."

"The Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas was established in the year 1998 committed to appreciating the culture and arts of the Asian countries. It is located about 1.2 miles (7 minutes) from the city. The museum possesses over 1000 artifacts from countries like India, Cambodia, Indonesia, Nepal, Thailand, Japan, and few other neighboring countries."

"See collections from China, Japan, Vietnam and India among other countries. Find ancient works to contemporary along with screens, lacquerware and samurai items among its permanent exhibits. Located at 2010 Flora St. Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 11 a.m."

"General admission to the Dallas Museum of Art is free (special exhibits cost), as is the Crow Collection of Asian Art. Dallas Museum of Art, Author: Nicolas Henderson, Source: Flickr"

"Dream on Dreamer" is a mural not too many people know about, located at 5700 Locke Ave. This partially abstract painting of a woman pays homage to the women who own the building – Susan Gruppi and Jessica Worman, twin TCU graduates who left their jobs to start their own commercial real estate company, M2G Ventures. They say the mural is meant “to inspire others to keep pushing their limits."

"Billed as the largest performance complex outside of New York's Lincoln Center, the 10-acre AT&T Performing Arts Center is arguably the best performance venue in the city. It's also the place to go when you want to see major Broadway hits, the biggest names in comedy and everything in-between. And with six indoor performance spaces located within its surrounds (Winspear Opera House, Wyly Theatre, Dallas City Performance Hall, Studio Theatre, Hamon Hall and the Meyerson Symphony Center), you'll never find a shortage of on-stage action."

"ABOUT TALLEY DUNN GALLERY:Talley Dunn Gallery is committed to exhibiting outstanding and groundbreaking contemporary art in a variety of media by established and emerging artists. With over twenty years of experience in the art world, Talley Dunn focuses on building lasting relationships with artists, collectors, curators, and critics from around the country and abroad. Talley Dunn is firmly dedicated to building the careers of the artists that the gallery represents through exhibitions, acquisitions, publications, and projects."

"It’s non-representational, hard-edged 20th century art bursting out of the frame. And kids understand this medium better than adults, especially the Minecraft kids who build kingdoms of blocks. Explore the geometric works of art with your kids."

"It’s non-representational, hard-edged art bursting out of the frame. And kids understand this medium better than adults, like Mind Craft loving kids who build kingdoms of blocks. Located at 3109 Carlisle Street, north ofDowntown Dallas."

"Established in 2002, the Museum of Geometric and MADI Art is the only museum in North America dedicated to abstract art and the Madi movement."

"Let’s get back into the city center and check out a few aesthetic places. If you want to have a quiet afternoon appreciating and looking at different art styles, then we got the Arlington Museum of Art for you!. The object of the focus of the Arlington Museum of Art is mainly the different contemporary arts of Texas."

"The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory hosts concerts, stand up, and other entertainment|Courtesy of Toyota Music Factory. Toyota Music Factory is set to be one of the most thriving entertainment concepts in Dallas Fort Worth. The Pavilion is the centerpiece, a concert stage that has hosted big name acts and speakers like Ringo Starr, Hillary Clinton, and Trevor Noah."

"In addition to the Dallas Cowboys, there are two art centers and two university galleries in Irving, just West of Dallas. Hours: Mon-Fri 9-5, Thur until 8, Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5."

"You will find Panther Island Pavilion located on the waterfront of the Trinity River in Forth Worth. It’s an action-packed place with water sports, hiking, biking, concerts, and festivals happening on the grounds. You can float in a tube on the river and enjoy a free concert from the water every Thursday in the summer (barring pandemic restrictions)."

"The best way to explore the Trinity River is by being in it. Backwoods Paddle Sports offers paddle board, kayak and canoe rentals that launch out of Panther Island Pavilion. If you are visiting with a group, Backwoods offers customized tours and packages for the ultimate boating experience."

"Panther Island Pavilion is a popular event space and music venue in Fort Worth, but for the purpose of this article, I suggest you BYOF. That is, Bring Your Own Floatie. Grab your favorite inflatable (I recommend a pink llamacorn from Target) for Instagrammable fun on the Trinity River."

"This diner is one of the best in the Dallas area, and it’s known for all your favorites and many from north of the border. The Canadian influence of chef/owner Michael Delaurier from Windsor, Ontario, is evident throughout the menu. You should try his poutine, which is a dish of French fries smothered in cheese curds and house-made gravy."

"The International Bowling Museum & Hall of Fame, which reopened in 2010, sits in downtown Arlington. It has numerous galleries preserving the history and legacy of bowling."

"We have stated earlier hoe Arlington is quite a sporty place, and the presence of AT&T Stadium proves that. However, that is just not the end of their sportiness."

"Although Flag Pole Hill Park has long been a favorite gathering place for residents of Lake Highlands, Lakewood and other White Rock Lake-adjacent neighborhoods, this is the newest playground on this list. This innovative outdoor area celebrated its grand opening this past September and features all-inclusive equipment suitable for children of all ages and abilities. Designed in part by Austin-based manufacturer Kompan, who solicited input from the urban master-planning experts at Gehl, this ADA-compliant playground is also smart."

"A 107-acre park just north of White Rock Lake, this spot is special as it includes an all-inclusive playground courtesy of pro-golfer Jordan Spieth. Dallas’ “first true all-abilities playground,” the space offers opportunities for cognitive development, as well as physical development. The park also includes picnic tables, trails, green space to explore, and the occasional concert."