Hours of Operation
Temporarily Closed
The Sid Richardson Museum will remain closed until further notice. We eagerly await a time to share plans for reopening, but until then, please check back for updates and click here to enjoy the museum’s virtual programming.
Admission to the Museum is always free
Museum Hours
Monday – Thursday: 9AM – 5PM
Friday – Saturday: 9AM – 8PM
Sunday: 12PM – 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.
Validated parking is available in all of the Sundance Square parking garages.
Sundance Garage I is located at 201 Commerce, immediately north of 2nd Street. Sundance Garage II is located in the 400 block of Calhoun Street.
Free weekday valet parking is available on the west side of Main Street at 3rd Street. Please bring your claim ticket to the Museum for validation.
Tours
The Museum offers docent-guided tours of our collection of Western art every Tuesday and Saturday at 2:00. Our regularly scheduled tours are FREE and open to the general public without reservations.
In addition, docent-guided tours, including school tours, 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.
Would you like to take a tour?
For additional information regarding any of our tour options:
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.
Adult Programs
The Museum has a variety of programs and events from lectures and in-depth engagements with the collection to movies and hands-on activities. All of our adult programs are designed to enhance and enrich the Museum experience for adults.
Kids & Families
The Museum offers special Family Programs and events to engage and entertain the entire family. From tours that can be enriched by hands-on studio activities to Spring Break and Summer Camp programs, there is something going on year-round.
Teen Programs
Teen’s Workshops are specially designed to engage young people aged 14-17 who are interested in art history and art making. They include spending time with the collection and exhibits, as well as hands-on activities in our studio classroom such as drawing, painting, and printmaking.
Educators
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 two 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.
Validated parking is available in all of the Sundance Square parking garages. Sundance Garage I is located at 201 Commerce, immediately north of 2nd Street. Sundance Garage II is located in the 400 block of Calhoun Street. Free weekday valet parking is available on the west side of Main Street at 3rd Street. Please bring your claim ticket to the Museum for validation.
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.