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62 B M & T ••• November/December 2024 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com F O R T W O R T H AREA GUIDES COME WITH YOUR GROUP TO THE UNIQUE DISTRICTS OF FORT WORTH AND DISCOVER ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES B Y R U F U S M C K I N N E Y Fort Worth is the 12th-largest city in the United States, known for Texas hospi- tality and a dozen remarkable districts full of culture and fun. This historic western destination features the world's only twice-daily cattle drive, Billy Bob's Texas, the world's largest honky-tonk and the new Mule Alley. Fort Worth has a con- nected downtown with the 37-block Sundance Square entertainment district. The stunning museums of the Cultural District, the Botanic Garden and nearby Fort Worth Zoo are just a few of the many entertaining places travelers will be able to explore. Come see why "Cowtown" is an excellent choice for planning your next event! Host your next event at the Fort Worth Convention Center, where its central loca- tion, professional staff, and state-of-the- art facilities make for a seamless planning experience. A major upside of hosting an event at this venue is its downtown location, just 30 minutes from DFW (Dallas Fort Worth International Airport). Thanks to the cen- ter's convenient proximity to the city's transportation attendees can effortlessly reach and explore the convention center, downtown area, and the stockyards. The center offers over 253,000 square feet of versatile event space, meaning there's plenty of room for your confer- ence, event, show, or convention. That includes 38 different breakout rooms, a 28,000-square foot ballroom, a 58,800- square foot exhibit hall, and even an arena with space for over 13,000 people! Fort Worth is home to a dynamic range of exceptionally unique event venues. From historic Western facilities to stun- ning modern art galleries, in Fort Worth you're sure to find the perfect spot to pro- vide your attendees with an unforgettable experience. Some of these unique venues include The 81 Club, The Ashton Depot, The American-Airlines C.R. Smith Museum, Bass Performance Hall and Dickies Arena, just to name a few. When it comes to hotels near the Fort Worth Convention Center, this venue is surrounded by options—there are at least 15 different hotels within walking dis- tance! The same convenience applies to dining, with numerous bars and restau- rants nearby, and Sundance Square just a three-minute walk away. Explore a variety of Fort Worth muse- ums that are world-famous for their archi- tecture and the quality of their collections. The Fort Worth Cultural District, home to five museums in a relaxing, park-like set- ting is a great place to start your tour. Fort Worth's Sundance Square is a multi-block downtown destination where you will find vibrant art, entertainment, dining and shopping anchored around the world-renowned Sundance Square Plaza (also affectionately referred to as the "Living Room of Fort Worth"). Sundance Square is anchored by its famous "Chisholm Trail Mural" (the most photographed mural in DFW) and dozens of NEW colorful murals throughout the campus and in the Sundance Courtyard. Art galleries Bale Creek Allen Gallery, Dang Good Candy Studio and Gallery and ArtSpace 111 are great spots to enjoy contemporary and western art. And don't forget the world-acclaimed collection of Western Art at the Sid Richardson Museum. Fort Worth history is a quilt with cow- boys and cowgirls, the first African American millionaire in Texas, William "Gooseneck" McDonald, and jazz legends such as Ornette Coleman. Explore and learn more on The African-American Self- Guided Tour of the city's top heritage sites. • • • STATS • • • HOTEL ROOMS AC Hotel Fort Worth – Downtown 252 Courtyard by Marriott – Blackstone 203 Hilton Fort Worth 294 EXHIBITION FACILITIES Fort Worth Convention Center Total Meeting Space 253,000 sq. ft. Largest Hall 58,800 sq. ft. Largest Ballroom 28,100 sq. ft. Meeting Rooms 38 WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Visit Fort Worth – (800) 433-5747 www.fortworth.com Fort Worth Convention Center photo credit: Fort Worth C.C