Hours of Operation
Admission to the Museum is always free
Museum Hours
Monday – Saturday: 10AM – 5PM
Closed Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
Closed at 4PM on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
Location
Perfectly Located in Fort Worth
309 Main St
Fort Worth, TX 76102
The Sid Richardson Art Museum is located in the heart of downtown Fort Worth, in Historic Sundance Square. The Museum is close to the best of Fort Worth’s restaurant and entertainment offerings and is within walking distance of the Fort Worth Convention Center, Bass Performance Hall, and the Sundance Square Plaza.
Parking
Bring your parking ticket for free validation if you park in City Center Garage I, located at 201 Commerce Street, immediately north of 2nd Street or City Center Garage II, located in the 400 block of Calhoun Street.
Valet— Valet parking is available at the corner of Main Street and 2nd Street on the east side of Main Street. Valet parking is $7 for the first 30 minutes with a flat rate of $21 beyond 1.5 hours. Valet parking payment is cashless through a phone application system.
On Weekdays— 2.5 Hours of complimentary FREE SELF-PARKING is available in Sundance Square Garage #3 (345 W 3rd Street) and Sundance Square Garage #4 (entrances off 5th and 6th Streets) with proof of visitation to the Museum (please request a business card).
On Weekends— FREE self-parking is available all weekend long in city meter spaces; as well as in Sundance Square Garage #3 (345 W 3rd Street) and City Center Garage #2 (400 Calhoun Street). Pay-for-use valet parking is also available downtown.
Accessible Parking
Drivers with valid disability placards or license plates may park at city meters for free up to the meter’s maximum time limit. Learn more about Fort Worth parking.
Valet parking is available at the corner of Main Street and 2nd Street on the east side of Main Street. Valet parking is $7 for the first 30 minutes with a flat rate of $21 beyond 1.5 hours. Valet parking payment is cashless through a phone application system.
If you need special parking accommodations, please call 817.332.6554.
Groups
To schedule a group of 10 or more people please contact Jaynie Cumming at jcumming@SidRichardsonMuseum.org or 817.332.6554.
Tours
The Museum offers docent-guided tours, including school tours, that can be scheduled for your group of 10 to 50 people. All guided tours are approximately one hour. The Sid Richardson Art Museum also houses a studio classroom where tour groups (kindergarten – 12th grade) can experience hands-on activities aligned with docent-guided tours.
Requests for a Guided Tour must be placed at least three weeks in advance so that a tour can be tailored for your group.
Programs
Educational and fun events for children and adults
The Museum offers a variety of events that are designed to enhance the experience and understanding of our patrons.
Additional Information
Museum Policies
The following policies are in place to protect the artwork and ensure that everyone has an enjoyable visit:
- To help us preserve the collection, we ask you not to touch the works of art. Please keep about three feet distance from the works of art.
- Photography is encouraged! Please remember to turn off your flash when taking pictures in the galleries. Tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed. Don’t forget to share your photo on Facebook or Instagram @sidrichardsonmuseum.
- We ask that all children be supervised by an adult.
- Strollers are welcome, however they must be operated by an adult.
- Trained service animals are welcome in the Museum (as defined by the ADA), however all other pets are not permitted at any time.
- Smoking is not permitted in the Museum.
- Weapons are not permitted in the Museum.
- Museum visitors are required to wear shirts and shoes.
FAQ
Reproduction Rights are available for scholarly and commercial projects.
The paintings on exhibition in the Gallery are all originals.
Bring your parking ticket for free validation if you park in City Center Garage I, located at 201 Commerce Street, immediately north of 2nd Street or City Center Garage II, located in the 400 block of Calhoun Street.
ACCESSIBLE PARKING
Drivers with valid disability placards or license plates may park at city meters for free up to the meter’s maximum time limit. Learn more about Fort Worth parking.
Valet parking is available one block from the Museum on the east side of Main Street at 2nd Street in front of Wells Fargo Tower. Valet parking is $20.
If you need special parking accommodations, please call 817.332.6554.
The Museum offers a variety of free public tours.
The Museum does not perform identifications, authentications, or appraisals. You can find a certified appraiser at www.appraisers.org or www.isa-appraisers.org.
Photography is permitted for personal use only. Please remember to turn off the flash. Monopods, tripods, selfie sticks, and video recording are not permitted in the gallery. Reproduction Rights are available for scholarly and commercial projects.
Information Desk
Visitor services staff are available to assist guests with information, and local directions.
First Aid
In case of an accident or emergency, please contact a security officer.
Food and Packages
Food and beverages, packages, umbrellas, backpacks, and briefcases must be left at the security desk.
Restrooms
Restrooms and drinking fountains are located in group entry hallway.
Wheelchair
The Museum is wheelchair accessible and one is available for use. Please ask security.