Surprising Fort Worth: culture in Cowtown.

From: Microwave Journal | Date: May 1, 2004| Author: Teinert, Julie | Copyright information

Fort Worth ... The FW in DFW airport. Often overlooked by the glitz and glassy skyline of its neighbor to the east. Most often associated with cowboys and livestock, Fort Worth does indeed offer a glimpse into Texas' rich western history.

Anyone with a couple of days, or even a couple of hours, to spend in the city can easily be won over by the charming mixture of cowboys and culture. Fort Worth's main tourist areas are its cultural district, home to most of the museums,...

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