PLAN YOUR VISIT
Hours
Tuesday - Saturday | 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday | Noon - 5 PM
ATTENTION:
Visitors may park in the Western Heritage Parking Garage on Lansford Lane and enter the Museum through the Omni Theater Lobby.
See the parking section below for information on a "Drop off zone"
Guests may park in this garage and enter through the Jane & John Justin Foundation Omni Theater lobby.
During Museum School pick up times, you may encounter a line of parked cars along Lansford Lane. If the Museum School gate is closed, you may pass the parked cars to enter the garage.
This drop off zone is located in front of the Museum.
Admission
| Museum Admission | Member Museum Admission | |
| Senior (age 65+) | $14 | Free |
| Adult (age 12 – 64) | $16 | Free |
| Junior (age 3 – 11) | $12 | Free |
| Child (age 0 - 2) | Free | Free |
| Noble Planetarium | Planetarium Shows are now included with admission! | |
| Cattle Raisers Museum | Entry to the Cattle Raisers Museum is included with admission! | |
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Tickets may also be purchased over the phone at 817-255-9418 with any major credit card. |
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| Omni Theater Admission | Member Omni Theater Admission | |
| Senior (age 65+) | $13 | $12 |
| Adult (age 12 – 64) | $15 | $12 |
| Junior (age 3 – 11) | $12.50 | $10 |
| Child (age 0 - 2) | Free (Must sit in parent/guardian's lap) | Free (Must sit in parent/guardian's lap) |
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Tickets may also be purchased over the phone at 817-255-9418 with any major credit card. |
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Non-Members: To purchase Omni Theater tickets in person you must visit the Omni Theater lobby (entrance on Lansford Lane).
Members get extra perks – a 20% discount on tickets to the Omni Theater, member-only activities, discounts and special previews, and free reciprocal admission to other museums across the country. Learn more about membership!
Discounts
AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS
Discounts and reciprocity are not available during the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. Please note, discounts cannot be combined.
MUSEUMS FOR ALL
$3 exhibit admission per individual for up to four individuals with presentation of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card and a valid form of photo ID.
BLUE STAR MUSEUMS
Free admission for all active-duty military personnel and up to five family members, including National Guard and Reserve. Valid from May 18, 2024 through September 2, 2024. Qualified members must show a Geneva Convention common access card (CAC), DD Form 1173 ID card (dependent ID), or a DD Form 1173-1 ID card. Find more information at arts.gov/bluestarmuseums.
Generously supported by the Ken W. Davis Foundation.
VETERANS | FIRST RESPONDERS
$2 off one adult exhibit admission ticket with valid ID.
MEDICAID
$3 exhibit admission per individual for up to four individuals with presentation of Medicaid card and a valid form of photo ID.
EDUCATORS
One free exhibit admission with valid educator ID. Valid for Pre-K - 12 educators.
MUSEUMS ON US | BANK OF AMERICA, MERRILL OR BANK OF AMERICA PRIVATE BANK (U.S. TRUST) CARDHOLDERS
The Museums on Us discount is available to Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank (U.S. Trust) credit or debit cardholders during the first full weekend of every month. Present your active Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank (U.S. Trust) credit or debit card with photo ID to gain one free general admission to a participating cultural institution. Cardholder only.
FORT WORTH CULTURAL DISTRICT MUSEUM EMPLOYEES
One free exhibit admission with proof of employment.
PARENT PASS APP
Show your Parent Pass App to receive 25% off up to two daily admissions to the Museum! Discount not applicable during the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo or for special events.
RECIPROCAL BENEFITS
Discounts and reciprocity are not available during the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. Please note, discounts cannot be combined.
HEARD NATURAL SCIENCE MUSEUM AND WILDLIFE SANCTUARY MEMBERS, ROAD RUNNER AND HIGHER LEVELS
Free exhibit admission for two adults and three juniors with valid membership card and ID.
PEROT MUSEUM MEMBERS EXPLORE AND HIGHER LEVELS
Free exhibit admission for two adults and three children with valid membership card and ID.
NATIONAL COWGIRL MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAME MEMBER
Free FWMSH exhibit admission with valid NCM membership card.
NATIONAL COWGIRL MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAME VISITOR
50% off FWMSH exhibit admission with today's NCM admission ticket.
ASSOCIATION OF CHILDREN'S MUSEUM MEMBERS
50% off exhibit admission for up to six people.
ASSOCIATION OF SCIENCE-TECHNOLOGY CENTERS PASSPORT PROGRAM
Free exhibit admission for up to two adults and two juniors. View more information here.
SMITHSONIAN AFFILIATE RECIPROCAL MEMBERSHIP
Free general admission for member card holder (up to 2 people). View more information here.
EXHIBIT CAFÉ
Show your Omni Theater tickets at Exhibit Café inside the Museum to receive 10% off your purchase.
Museum Members may show their digital membership cards to receive 10% off their purchase at Exhibit Café.
Visit ExhibitCafes.com
Parking
Surrounding parking lots in the Cultural District are owned by the City of Fort Worth and managed by Trail Drive Management Corp. The Museum is not responsible for parking costs associated with these lots. On busy days, some lots will fill early.
Get directions to the public parking on Google Maps.
ATTENTION:
Visitors may park in the Western Heritage Parking Garage on Lansford Lane and enter the Museum through the Omni Theater Lobby.
WESTERN HERITAGE GARAGE ENTRANCE:
Guests may park in this garage and enter through the Jane & John Justin Foundation Omni Theater lobby.
During Museum School pick up times, you may encounter a line of parked cars along Lansford Lane. If the Museum School gate is closed, you may pass the parked cars to enter the garage.
DROP OFF ZONE:
This drop off zone is located in front of the Museum.
MEMBERS
Members may receive a discounted daytime parking voucher for use at any paid Cultural District lot, on a space available basis. Discounted parking voucher only available during Museum visits and may be obtained upon check in at the ticketing counter.
Discounted member parking is on a first-come, first-served basis and is not guaranteed. Not applicable during the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo.
GENERAL GUESTS
General guests may use any paid lot in the Cultural District at their own expense. Payment for parking using a credit card is encouraged.
ENTRY
Please use the main entrance on Gendy Street for entry. Guests parking in the Lansford Parking Garage will need to walk to the main entrance on Gendy Street.
If you are visiting the Jane & John Justin Foundation Omni Theater, please park in the Western Heritage Garage and use the Omni Theater entrance on Lansford.
Museum Map
Café
Exhibit Café, located inside the Museum, offers an array of fresh salads, sandwiches, flatbreads and much more!
Tuesday - Friday | 11:00AM - 3:00PM
Saturday | 10:30AM - 3:00PM
Sunday | CLOSED
Please note, Museum gift cards are not redeemable. Museum Members get a 10% discount.
Shop Too!
Take home a piece of science and history from Shop Too!
Shop Too! is open daily during regular Museum hours. Grab a souvenir from your visit or something to keep on exploring at home!
Members get 10% off at the Museum gift shop with your museum membership.
Accessibility
The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History welcomes all guests and is wheelchair and handicap accessible. A limited number of wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis for guests to check out at the Lantern Box Office.
Limited handicap parking is available in the Will Rogers Lot east of the Museum and in the National Cowgirl Museum lot south of the Museum.
Sensory Friendly
We welcome guests of all needs to visit the museum!
THE CALMING ROOM
The Calming Room is a space for those with sensory needs to relax and re-center during their visit. We encourage guests to bring whatever they may need into the space, such as fidget toys, headphones, etc.
The Calming Room may only be used by one family at a time. We ask that guests please respect the space and use the Calming Room only for its intended purpose.
Generously sponsored by The Bird Family Foundation
SENSORY BACKPACKS
Sensory backpacks include several items that may help guests with sensory needs enjoy their visit to the museum. Backpacks are first come, first served and are available for guests to check out at the ticket counter.
SENSORY SATURDAY
Sensory Saturday is a free opportunity for families of individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities to explore the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History in a safe, understanding environment. Learn More About Sensory Saturday
SENSORY TIMES
Welcome to Sensory Time at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History! Lighting and sound are adjusted to accommodate for our visitor’s sensory needs. Sensory Time is included with regular admission. Sign Up For Sensory Times
COMMUNICATION BOARD
The Museum is supported in part by a grant from the
Fort Worth Tourism Public Improvement District.
