The New Carter

Featured Content Slides

A color print of three red hands, two at the bottom and one at the top, on splotchy blue backgrounds.

Second Thursdays

Less serious, more curious!
"Second Thursdays"

Classically Trained: The Gentlings and Music

Now on view

Family Events for all ages and abilities!

A stylized illustration of a yellow box of five crayons in blue, green, dark blue, orange, and hot pink.

About the Carter

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

Our Story

Featured event

Midsummer Mingle

Get in focus at

Kick off your summer with the young professionals of Carter Society for a snappy soiree you will never forget!

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Three young, smiling White women, two holding drinks, pose together in the Carter's Atrium.

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.