Livestock Exchange Building - Stockyard Museum, Fort Worth

Those who wish to watch cattle drive will no doubt find themselves at the Livestock Exchange Building. However, they may not realize that the exchange building is an interesting and unique tourist spot in its own right.

The building was erected in 1902 as an office for cattle traders. It is now the home of the North Fort Worth Historical Society museum, also known as the Stockyard Museum. This museum holds information about the Stockyards and exhibits of special interest, like the "bad luck wedding dress," spurs that belonged to John Wayne and the Guinness World Record-holding light bulb that has burned for more than 100 years.

The Livestock Exchange Building and the Stockyard Museum are open every day except Tuesday. The hours are 10 AM to 5 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. It is open from noon to 5 PM on Sunday.

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Sight Name: Livestock Exchange Building - Stockyard Museum
Sight Location: Fort Worth, USA (See walking tours in Fort Worth)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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