Texas Highways Magazine

Worth the Journey

ort Worth has long been a hub for Western heritage and art. Cowboys, honkytonk enthusiasts, and culture vultures have always embraced the city thanks to the Stockyards and world-class museums. But lately, it’s growing into much more. Identified as the 13th most-populated city in the nation earlier this year, Fort Worth has expanded its number and level of restaurants, watering holes, and art galleries. The influx of new residents has brought with it a youthful energy found in neighborhoods like the Near Southside, downtown, and even the historic North Side. Here’s how to

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