Established in 1969, honored with the 2009 Texas Historical Commission’s Governors Award in Preservation and a member of the National Preservation Partners Network, Historic Fort Worth, Inc. is dedicated to preserving Fort Worth’s unique historic identity through stewardship, education and leadership. HFW stewards the 1899 Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House, Fort Worth’s second landmark, and the 1953 Yates-Ottmann office building.
Historic Fort Worth, Inc. preserves Fort Worth’s distinct historic identity through stewardship, education and leadership.
Historic Fort Worth, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Historic Fort Worth offers tours of
Ball-Eddleman-McFarland House
1110 Penn Street
(Appointments are not needed for these days and times.)
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday: 11:00, 12:00, 1:00 & 2:00
(2:00 is the last tour).
Sundays: 1:00, 2:00, & 3:00 (3:00 is the last tour).
Tours begin on the hour.
Admission:
$15.00 Adults – $10.00 Children, 12 years of age and under
Group rates available for 20 or more. Groups by appointment only.
Occasionally, the house is closed for events. Please call to confirm tour availability.
Rent McFarland House for your next event
Call 817-332-5875
email rentals@historicfortworth.org for pricing, availability and to learn more about this historic venue.
Fun for groups of 5 – 20!
The 2026 Hidden Gardens Tour will take place in five fabulous gardens in the beautiful Rivercrest neighborhood. This is a wonderful opportunity to be outdoors in a lovely setting. The Hidden Gardens of Fort Worth Tour is now in its 22nd year and has become a well-loved event and highly successful endeavor.
Patron Dinner – Friday, May 15, 2026
Sunset Tour – Sunday, May 17, 2026
Thursday, September 10
– Party with the Artists – Awards at 5:30 p.m. and buying at 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
Friday, September 11
– Show Opens to Public 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 12
– Gallery Night Show Opens to Public 12:00 p.m. – 9 p.m.
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