Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth makes contemporary art accessible and exciting for families with its spacious, light-filled galleries and thoughtfully designed programs for young visitors. Kids can explore world-class modern art in a relaxed atmosphere where walking, wondering, and creative expression are encouraged, plus special family days feature hands-on art activities that bring the exhibitions to life.

• ✓Five stunning glass-and-steel pavilions surrounded by reflecting pools that kids find mesmerizing
• ✓Rotating family-friendly exhibitions with interactive elements and multimedia installations
• ✓Free family activity guides that turn gallery visits into engaging treasure hunts
• ✓Outdoor sculpture garden and waterside terrace perfect for running off energy
• ✓Monthly Family Days with hands-on art workshops and creative activities

1. 1.Visit on Friday evenings when the museum stays open until 8:00 PM for a less crowded experience with dramatic evening light reflecting off the reflecting pools
2. 2.Pick up a free family guide at the entrance,these scavenger hunt-style booklets help kids engage with the art through games and observation activities
3. 3.The outdoor reflecting pools and sculpture terrace are perfect for breaks when kids need to stretch their legs between galleries
4. 4.Check the museum calendar before visiting for Family Days with free art-making workshops and artist demonstrations specifically designed for children
5. 5.The on-site Café Modern overlooks the water and offers a kids' menu,reserve ahead for weekend lunch to secure outdoor seating

Tuesday through Thursday mornings (10:00-11:00 AM) offer the quietest galleries for families. Saturday and Sunday mornings fill up quickly with local families, but that's also when special family programming typically happens. Avoid the first Sunday of the month when admission is free and crowds peak.

General admission is $16 for adults (children 12 and under are free), with free admission on Fridays from 5:00-8:00 PM. Parking is plentiful and free in the museum lot. Strollers are welcome throughout the galleries, and the on-site café offers kid-friendly options.

Open year-round with indoor climate-controlled galleries. Summer months feature extended family programming during school break. The outdoor reflecting pools and terrace are most enjoyable in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) when Texas heat is moderate.

The nearby Fort Worth Cultural District includes Café Modern at the museum itself (upscale but kid-friendly with a children's menu), or head to nearby Joe T. Garcia's Mexican Restaurant (about 2 miles away) for family-style Tex-Mex dining with a large patio that accommodates active kids.