17STUDENT AFFAIRS STAFF MEMBER GUIDE
THINGS TO DO CONT’D
is a striking building that embodies the pure,
unadorned elements of a modern work of art. It is
composed of ve pavilions of concrete and glass
set on 11 naturally landscaped acres, including a
1.5-acre reecting pond. The Modern maintains
one of the foremost collections of postwar art
in the central United States, consisting of more
than 3,000 signicant works of modern and
contemporary international art. The Modern
Shop offers an array of educational books and
toys, posters, t-shirts, jewelry, and decorative and
organizational items for home, garden or ofce.
ATTRACTIONS
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
3220 Botanic Garden Boulevard
Fort Worth, TX 76107-3420
Phone: (817) 392-5510
Region: Cultural District
Enjoy the captivating beauty of the oldest botanic
garden in Texas. Fort Worth’s Botanic Gardens are
home to more than 2,500 species of plants in
its 23 specialty gardens. Plan a visit to the world-
renowned Japanese Garden, where the koi-lled
pools, sculptured hillsides, crafted stonework
and dramatic waterfalls provide a view of exotic
conservation. Or explore the winding paths of
luxuriant tropical foliage in the 10,000-square-foot
Conservatory.
Fort Worth Water Gardens
1502 Commerce Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Phone: (817) 392-7111
Region: Downtown
The Fort Worth Water Gardens is a beautiful
and refreshing oasis adjacent to the Fort Worth
Convention Center. Designed by Phillip Johnson,
the Fort Worth Water Gardens is an architectural
and engineering marvel to be enjoyed any time of
the year. Visitors can experience a variety of water
features as they wander through this relaxing
urban park.
Fort Worth Zoo
1989 Colonial Pkwy
Fort Worth, TX 76110-6640
Phone: (817) 759-7555
Region: Cultural District
Fort Worth Zoo is home to more than 500 species
of animals, and its wide array of indoor and
outdoor exhibits includes World of Primates, Asian
Falls, and Raptor Canyon. Texas Wild!, a hands-
on exhibit that teaches about the state’s various
regions. The Great Barrier Reef takes visitors to the
mysterious waters of the Coral Sea. And, the zoo is
home to the country’s premier herpetarium, the
Museum of Living Art (MOLA).
Rahr and Sons Brewing Company
701 Galveston Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76104
Phone: (817) 810-9266
Region: Near Southside
Doors are open to the public every Wednesday
from 5:00pm-7:30pm and every Saturday from
1:00-3:00pm. A tour of the brewery and a Rahr &
Sons pint glass are included for only $10, and, as
always, the beer samples are free (only guests 21
years or older get to taste the beer).
Sundance Square
Downtown Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Phone: (817) 255-5700
Region: Downtown
Downtown Fort Worth has gained a reputation as
one of the country’s liveliest urban settings. The
35-square-block Sundance Square entertainment
district is home to restaurants, live music clubs,
theatres, shops, exciting nightlife and the beautiful
Bass Performance Hall, named as one of the top 10
opera houses in the world.
NIGHTLIFE
Four Day Weekend
312 Houston Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102-7425
Phone: (817) 226-4329
Region: Downtown
Four Day Weekend is a comedy troupe that
performs a live public show consisting of
sketches, scenes, and songs created from
audience suggestions and participation.
Completely improvised each Friday and
Saturday night, the performance is an interactive
experience that encourages the audience to play
a role in the hilarity.
Coyote Drive-in Theater
223 NE 4th Street
Fort Worth, TX 76164
Phone: (817) 717-7767
Region: Downtown
Coyote Drive-In was founded in 2011 by four guys
who were longing for a great way to leave the
rat race and constant connectivity behind. They
envisioned a simple place to escape the chaos and
hang out with friends and family. Enjoy a cold one
together. Admire the stars shining bright up above.