The New Carter

Featured Content Slides

The Perilous Texas Adventures of Mark Dion

February 8–May 17, 2020
Various specimens collected by Mark Dion in Galveston, Texas, March 2018

A Day of Perilous Adventures

Saturday, March 7, 2020, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
graphic with animal shapes

Looking In: Photography from the Outside

December 21, 2019–May 10, 2020
Morris Engel (1918–2005), Buda, Texas. Dairy Farmer—Rylander Family, 1949

About the Carter

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

Our Story

Featured event

ETC: The Art of Motorcycle Clubs

Thursday, February 27, 6–8 p.m.
In this month’s Experts Talk on the Carter (etc.) lecture, hear about the art of motorcycle clubs from Dr. Randy McBee, Professor and Associate Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Texas Tech University and Scottish artist and BMX rider Sandy Carson as they explore Danny Lyon's work. 
Event Details
two thought bubbles with an image of a motorcycle gang

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Things to do

Whether you want a bit of guidance or prefer to explore on your own, discover all there is to do at the Carter.

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!

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two girls making art on a stage