The New Carter

Featured Content Slides

Dario Robleto: The Signal

Now open!
Multiple bones mounted atop gold rods with butterflies attached to each creating a sort of "forest."

Drawn to Nature

Now on view!
A detail of a watercolor of red and purple flowers blooming on a hillside.

Cowboy

Ridin' to the Carter on September 27!
A color photograph of a man on a running horse in a dusty landscape and a sky full of white, fluffy clouds.

About the Carter

A renowned collection of American art in the heart of Fort Worth's Cultural District

Our Story

Featured event

Second Thursdays at the Carter

Start your weekend early!

Connect with art through cocktails, conversations, and creativity. You'll never think of museums in the same way again!

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"Second Thursdays"

Helpful Visitor Links

Carter at Home

Spark creativity and connect with us from your home! Check out our videos, crafts, and art-inspired recipes.

The Collection

The Carter collection celebrates the breadth and depth of American art. Explore over 200 years of creativity.

Plan your visit

Admission is free. The experience is priceless. From parking tips to hours, start planning your visit now!

A Carter educator and an adult visitor sort through art materials.
Two toddlers play with colored string on the floor of a gallery.