Will Rogers Memorial Center, Fort Worth

Name: Will Rogers Memorial Center
Address: 3401 W Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, 76107-3045, United States
Telephone: 817-392-7469

#11 among attractions in Fort Worth

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Facts and practical information

The Will Rogers Memorial Center is an 120-acre American public entertainment, sports and livestock complex located in Fort Worth, Texas. It is named for American humorist and writer Will Rogers. It is the home of the annual Fort Worth Stock Show. It is a popular location for the hosting of specialized equestrian and livestock shows, including the annual National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity, World Championship Paint Horse Show, and 3 major events of the National Cutting Horse Association each year. It is also the former home of the Fort Worth Texans ice hockey team, and it hosted a PBR Bud Light Cup Series event annually from 1995 to 2004. Events at the WRMC attract over 2 million visitors annually. The complex contains the following facilities: ()

Built: 1936 (88 years ago)Area: 20 acres (0.0312 mi²)Architectural style: ModernCoordinates: 32°44'46"N, 97°21'59"W

Address

3401 W Lancaster AveCultural DistrictFort Worth 76107-3045 United States

Contact

817-392-7469

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Day trips

Will Rogers Memorial Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kimbell Art Museum, Amon Carter Museum of American Art, Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, Montgomery Plaza.

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Renowned art collection and building
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Park, Historical place, Nature and wildlife
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~1060 ftSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
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~1990 ftS
Sport, Sport venue
Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
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~1910 ftSE
Museum, Non-profit, Botanical garden
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Bridge
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Will Rogers Memorial Center open?

Will Rogers Memorial Center is open:

Monday 8 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 5 pm
Thursday 8 am - 5 pm
Friday 8 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Will Rogers Memorial Center?

Nearby attractions include Fort Worth Community Arts Center, Fort Worth (5 min walk), Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth (5 min walk), Amon Carter Museum of American Art, Fort Worth (5 min walk), Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, Fort Worth (6 min walk).