Fort Worth Stockyards Logo
Courtesy of the North Fort Worth Historical Society

Spanning Exchange Avenue, the gateway to the Fort Worth StockYards was completed in 1910. Today it is a landmark that welcomes you into the historic area of Fort Worth, full of family fun, entertainment, nightlife, shopping, museums and culinary experiences.
Celebrate Fall in the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards, see whats new this month! November 2017

We hope you enjoy this newsletter to keep you up-to-date with what's going on at the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards. Visit the areas many shops, restaurants, rodeos, museums, shows, concerts, tours, historical landmarks and special events while keeping the spirit of Texas alive.

Post a photo of what you are thankful for in the Stockyards on Instagram HERE

Photo Courtesy of Ashlee Reid
COWBOYS OF THE STOCKYARDS
The Stockyards has seen its share of cowboys and cowgirls in its 150-year history. They've faced grit and grind of the cattle industry, felt the hardness of horns and dirt in the arena. They've made cattle trades, built buildings that stand the test of time and even survived a few brawls in the process. The spirit of the Cowboy continues in the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District. And with that we bring you one of today's Cowboys of the Stockyards.

JAY HESTER

Jay, in one word, what kind of cowboy are you? 
Entrepreneurial
 
How are you connected to the Stockyards?
I'm the oldest continuous saloon keeper in the Stockyards. Starting with the Fort Worth City Limits in 1980 which later became the Stockyards Saloon. I currently operate the Cadillac Cantina and have since 1984. I'm a partner in Rodeo Exchange and own additional property in the area, one of which some may remember - the old hay lot here in the stockyards.
 
What is your favorite thing about the Stockyards?
The authenticity. This IS the way the west really was! I hope to see us keep it that way as much as possible. We have so much history to protect.
 
Tell us a great Exchange Avenue memory you have.
As a saloon owner the question is WHICH memory to share? I'll share a couple of the colorful but clean ones.
 
Jim Shoulders is considered by many to be the best rodeo cowboy ever. Well, back in the 70's & 80's Jim promoted Miller Lite with his trained bull Buford T. Lite. One night, Jim walked Buford right into the Cadillac Cantina. Folks in the bar got so excited they all spent the night hanging out with Jim and Buford and taking pictures.
 
Another time in the 90's, one of the rodeo contestants from the Cowtown Rodeo, rode his horse into the bar and right onto the dance floor. People started climbing up on top of the bar and jumping on the horse's back. Those crazy folks were taking pictures and dancing. Next thing I know there was a girl sitting on the horse with more than just her hat off...
 
...for more colorful stories visit Jay at the Cadillac Cantina next time you are in the Fort Worth Stockyards. 

Stockyards Business Connection
Please plan to attend our monthly luncheon, You are invited! Noon - 1:00 pm ~ $15
Business Association Luncheon

Date: Monday - November 20, 2017  
Location: River Ranch Stockyards

Email Keith Powell for more information
Speaker:  TBD
RSVP by November 16th to: Business Association

Do you want to be a part of the business community in the Stockyards? For more information on becoming a member, contact Keith Powell - Door Prizes encouraged and appreciated!
Induction 2018 - Thursday, January 11th
RSVP by December 31st
817-626-7131
What's better than a fabulous 
office holiday party?
A fabulous office party with HALF-PRICE margaritas!!! Call now to get your preferred date and if you schedule your event on a WEDNESDAY, take advantage of our half-price house margarita special!! 
 
Visit the Fort Worth Herd and participate in Cow Camp Thanksgiving Weekend - 
Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 
1:30pm - 2:30pm 
NO Charge
All Ages Welcome
Come and Go as you please
Visit with the Drovers and see the Texas Longhorns
Follow us on social to learn more about 
The Herd and meet the Steers, 
who is your favorite? 
FACEBOOK
Looking for a great gift, adopt a steer this year:

Congratulations to RISCKY'S BARBEQUE as they CELEBRATE their 90TH ANNIVERSARY IN FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS   
 
A Cowtown tradition since 1927, Riscky's Barbeque celebrated its 90th anniversary in the Fort Worth Stockyards on Thursday, October 26, 2017.    Over the past 90 years, Riscky's has expanded and evolved into six Barbeque restaurants, the Riscky's Steakhouse, Trailboss Burgers, full-service catering department, and a retail sales division.  
 
The Stockyards Adventure pass provides a one-stop-shop experience for visitors who want to see the authentic Western heritage offered in the Stockyards National Historic District. Tickets may be purchased online.  This, at your own pace experience in the Stockyards National Historic District includes:
  • Fort Worth bandana
  • Admission to the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame
  • Admission to the Stockyards Museum
  • Daytime admission to Billy Bob's Texas
  • A souvenir photo taken on the iconic bull at Billy Bob's Texas
  • Screening of the "Spirit of the West" video
  • "Meet & Greet" with the Fort Worth Herd Drovers              


Cattle Raisers Museum
1600 Gendy Street
Fort Worth, Texas

Located on the 2nd floor of the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
 
Guess what? You can now represent and support the  Fort Worth Herd no matter where you live.  Multiple sizes and styles available ADULT AND CHILDREN sizes and colors and designs - The Fort Worth Herd is a non-profit, proceeds go to support the 
Herd program.  SHOP HERE

140 E.Exchange Ave -  Suite 132
817-771-4392


The Holistic Fair in Ft. Worth
A bi-monthly Health & Wellness event at 81 Club Billy Bob's Texas! 
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The Bluebonnet Room
Rental Rates
The Rawhide Room
Rental Rates
Country Page Countdown
Nov. 02, 10:00 am Central  -  SuperiorClickToBid.com
  2017 Angus Convention
Nov 4-6  Fort Worth Convention Center  
Video Auction  Nov. 09, Superior Livestock Studio
Country Page Countdown
Nov. 16, 10:00 am Central  -  SuperiorClickToBid.com
Video Auction  Nov. 30, -   Superior Livestock Studio
Superior Select Female Auction
Nov. 30, -   Superior Livestock Studio

Superior Productions
Sandpoint Cattle  Nov 01, 12:30 PM Mountain
 - Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
L83 Ranch
Nov 03, 1:00 PM Central  -  SuperiorLivestock.com
2017 Appaloosa World Sale
Nov 03,  7:00 PM Central  -  SuperiorLivestock.com
W.T. Waggoner
Nov 04, 10:00 AM Central -  SuperiorLivestock.com
Burns Farms Herefords
Nov 04, 12:00 PM Central -  Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Pharo Cattle Colorado
Nov 06, 12:00 PM Mountain -  Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Range Ready Bred Heifer Sale
Nov 06, 4:00 PM Mountain -   SuperiorLivestock.com
Barber Ranches
Nov 08, 11:00 AM Central -  Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Evans Farms
Nov 08, 1:00 PM Central -  Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Deer Valley Farms
Nov 11, 10:00 AM Central -  Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Blackwater Cattle
Nov 11, 1:00 PM Eastern -  Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Leachman Cattle CO
Nov 11, 1:00 PM Mountain -  Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Mytty Angus
Nov 14, 1:00 PM Mountain-  SuperiorLivestock.com
Montana Ranch & Basin Angus
Nov 16, 12:00 PM Mountain-  Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Oklahoma Replacement Sale
Nov 17, 12:00 PM Central - Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Green Mountain Angus
Nov 17, 1:00 PM Mountain - Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
HD Dunn & Son
Nov 17, 1:00 PM Mountain - SuperiorLivestock.com
Salacoa Valley Farms
Nov 18, 10:00 AM Eastern - Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Ludvigson Stock Farms Montana
Nov 20, 10:30 AM Mountain- Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
21st Century Female Sale
Nov 20, 1:00 PM Pacific -  SuperiorLivestock.com
Stevenson's Diamond Dot
Nov 27, 11:00 AM Mountain -  Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Stevenson Angus Ranch
Nov 28, 1:00 PM Mountain -  Cowboy Channel DISH CH232
Pawnee Bill's Wild West Show
Fort Worth Stockyards
Every Saturday
2:30 and 4:30
Cowtown Coliseum
Fort Worth Stockyards
The Military Museum of Fort Worth has been in operation for 8 years, but is a recent addition to the attractions of the Fort Worth Stockyards. We are a non-profit museum with an all-volunteer staff that is dedicated to sharing the stories and sacrifices of men, women and units from the 20th Century with a Texas connection.
 
To accomplish our mission of preserving this history we depend on a small admission fee, or donations, to stay in operation and keep these stories alive. Veterans and active duty soldiers, and kids 12 and under are always FREE.
We are honored our Documentary, narrated by Red Steagall, has been nominated by the Lone Star Film Festival this year.  It will be showing November 11, 2017 at 2:30 pm at Four Day Weekend Theater in Sundance Square.  Please join us for this showing.  Admittance only $10.00.
 
Christmas is Coming!  Order your DVDs now for those special gifts.  See our website, or purchase at the retail stores listed.  

Sigma Mailing Service
"Business Mail Services including Direct Mail, Fulfillment & Mailing Lists"
Cowboy Church
140 East Exchange Avenue 
Every Sunday - High Noon

Cowtown Winery
Blending Party - book a private blending party at Cowtown Winery.  Great fun, team building and for those of you who what to create their very own blend.  Call today for information
817-626-1011.

Love Shack Burgers
Chef Tim Love's classic burger joint, the Love Shack, is a one of a kind dining experience for families of all ages.

The Love Shack serves made-to-order burgers, hot dogs, nachos, hand cut fries and onion rings, root beer on tap, fresh squeezed lemonade, and a full beer and wine menu.

Let the Love Shack do all the "Dirty" work for your next birthday party or corporate function.  Contact us here to book your next event.

110 E Exchange Ave - Fort Worth, TX
(817) 740-8812
NFWHS
Inside the Livestock Exchange Building
Admission: $2.00 per person and 12 years and under are free.

River Ranch Stockyards  returns your guests to where the west began in the spirit of cowboys and cattle drives.  Steeped in history as once part of the famous Armour and Swift companies, River Ranch Stockyards has been transformed to host stylish western events in the heart of the world renowned Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District. 
From meetings as intimate as 30 people to weddings full of country flavor to corporate parties for up to 1,000 - we can help you make it happen ranch style!  
Are you dreading Holiday Family Photos?  
You will not be with Stockyards Photography.  We make your photos fun and memorable.  Providing a variety of photographers to choose from.  Visit our website today and choose your photographer.       
White Elephant
Visit Website to view complete 
Entertainment Calendar
CBS Dallas Fort Worth  recently featured  the Saloon  in their roundup of "Top Spots in DFW To Catch Future Country Music Stars." The piece says it's the "go-to bar for folks visiting Fort Worth," and for anyone hoping to catch country artists performing in the Stockyards.  817-624-9715
Tattoo Ranch
Rodeo Exchange
Don't know how to dance? We have dance lessons on Tuesdays from 7:30 - 8:45. 
This is an eight week course, come any night you want or check our calendar for individual weeks.
  
See Website for Full Calendar
www.rodeoex.com

Rodeo Exchange is one of Fort Worth's hottest nightspots. We feature some of the lowest drink prices and area's best Bands.

221 W Exchange Ave
Fort Worth, Texas
Call (817) 626-0181
Visit us on Facebook  
 

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau Visitors Center

We found a new home!  Come see us inside the  Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame from 9a-5p Monday - Saturday and 11a-5p on Sundays. 
128 East Exchange Avenue, Fort Worth. 
For more information and frequently asked questions,  click here. 

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Traffic detour on North Main Street coming soon
 
WHERE:         North Main Street (Business 287) from NE 11th Street to NE 7th Street (see detour map)
 
WHEN:           Starting Monday, August 21st until early 2020
 
WHAT:           As part of the Trinity River Vision (TRV)/Panther Island Bridge project, work on the new North Main Street bridge is scheduled to begin later this month.  Traffic will be detoured from North Main Street/Business 287 to North Commerce Street between NE 7th and NE 11th Street to allow for construction of the new bridge.  Access to local businesses will be maintained and the detour route will continue throughout the duration of the North Main Street bridge construction.
 
The TRV/Panther Island Bridges project is a collaborative effort between the Trinity River Vision Authority, Texas Department of Transportation, City of Fort Worth and North Central Texas Council of Governments.  This project will enhance the Trinity River by building three new V-pier bridges on Henderson, North Main and White Settlement.  Overall project completion is scheduled in early 2020.
 
Project information is available online at Panther Island Bridges - Progress in Motion - including real-time camera feeds showing construction progress, information on the innovative bridge design and modern roundabouts, and detour maps.

 
HISTORY ON THE BRICKS, FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS
Courtesy of the North Fort Worth Historical Society
After Armour and Swift opened their plants in 1903, the cattlemen of Texas began trusting the financial status of the Fort Worth Market. By 1904, Fort Worth was the nation's fifth largest livestock market. It was the largest market south of Kansas City and the largest in the entire Southwest during that half-century. The Fort Worth Stockyards went on to become the third largest Stockyards in the nation.


The Stockyards are a wonderful recognition of Cattlemen and Cowboys steeped in the tradition  of the American West; a place today doing primarily the same thing we were doing over 100 years ago. 
Cattle drives, rodeo, steam train, honky tonks, great places to shop and eat and more. 

Thank you for taking the time to support our history and culture. 

Sincerely,

Fort Worth Stockyards
National Historic District

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  Be sure your business is showcased in the Stockyards and take advantage of marketing opportunities on www.FortWorthStockyards.org. For more information email
For visitor information: 817-624-4741 - Stockyards Visitors Information Center 
130 East Exchange Avenue -  Fort Worth, Texas 76164