Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

Rating

4.7(4,500)

Family of 4

$20-$30 (2 adults, kids under 12 free).

Duration

1-2 hours

Best Ages

5-16 years

About

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth sits in a Tadao Ando-designed building surrounded by a reflecting pond. The contemporary collection features large-scale installations that grab kids' attention better than traditional galleries. Free on the first Sunday of each month, and kids under 12 always enter free. The on-site cafe overlooks the water and serves solid lunch options.

A typical visit lasts 1-2 hours. For a family of four, the planning estimate is $20-$30 (2 adults, kids under 12 free). Free on first Sunday of each month.

Timing guidance: First Sunday of the month for free admission. Nearby food guidance: Cafe Modern on-site with excellent food. Multiple restaurants on Camp Bowie Blvd.

Visit first Sunday for free admission. The cafe has great lunch options with pond views.

Age Suitability

Infants (0-1)Toddlers (1-3)Little Kids (4-6)Big Kids (7-9)Tweens (10-12)Teens (13-17)

Parent Logistics

Stroller-Friendly

Yes

Setting

Indoor & Outdoor

Rainy Day

Great option!

Plan Your Visit

Best Time to Visit

First Sunday of the month for free admission

Nearby Food

Cafe Modern on-site with excellent food. Multiple restaurants on Camp Bowie Blvd.

Why Kids Love It

The large-scale installations and sculptures capture kids' attention immediately. The reflecting pond outside with Tadao Ando's concrete-and-glass architecture is a visual treat. Contemporary art tends to be more accessible and fun for kids than classical collections.

Pro Tips from Parents

  • Visit first Sunday for free admission
  • The cafe has great lunch options with pond views
  • Pair with Kimbell Art Museum right next door
  • Check for family programming and workshops

What to Bring

  • Camera for the reflecting pond
  • Comfortable shoes

Cost Info

Estimated Cost (Family of 4)

$20-$30 (2 adults, kids under 12 free).

Free on first Sunday of each month.

Hours & Contact

Contact

3200 Darnell St, Fort Worth, TX 76107

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