Will Rogers Memorial Center
by VeronicaG
After rejoicing in finding a parking space at a nearby lot, we walked awestruck a block and a half to the entrance of The Will Rogers Memorial Center as this towering structure grew larger and larger. It was quite impressive.
Hundreds of people were streaming into the Coliseum on the last weekend of the annual Stock Show and Rodeo Competition. We almost missed it!
No wonder more than two million people visit the Center annually to see their favorite equestrian, sporting or entertainment events or to attend a business meeting or an auction. It's an amazing place!
This mega-center was constructed in 1936 and occupies 85 acres upon which sit three venues:
*The 8,000 seat Will Rogers Coliseum, where the Southwestern Exposition and the Livestock Show and Rodeo are held, as well as, other sports and equestrian events.
**The Will Rogers Auditorium, which brings in over 2800 people for each event, ready to rock to their favorite concerts and Broadway productions.
***The Will Rogers Equestrian Center, one of the top livestock facilities in the world, offering more than 1,000 stalls. The Rodeo!!!
A 19th Century Drover in the 21st Century
by grandmaR
The six drovers in 19th century gear have to ensure that the longhorns stay together -- and off the sidewalks. The diverse group of drovers are picked for their horsemanship and people skills. They have to be able to answer questions about the cattle drives from spectators or the media. Some of the drovers reflect the contributions of blacks and Hispanics to the cattle industry - about 30 percent of the 18th-century drovers were minorities.
The job does pay a little better today. In the 19th century, wranglers earned about $20 per week. The Fort Worth drovers make about $13 per hour, plus benefits.
Colonial Golf Tournament
by btex
The Colonial and the Byron Nelson in Dallas are major golf tournaments which attract all the big names in pro golf. Let the pros show you how it's done...or you can play yourself...here's a website all about Texas golf: http://www.golftexas.com/
Texas White
by Sweetberry1
Texas White is a pure Chardonnay variety grown at Delaney Vineyards in Lamesa, Texas.
Texas White is a semi-sweet white wine suited to complement any seafood or white meat dishes. This wine is also excellent as a before or after dinner drink, and pairs well with cheese and crackers.
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Rodeo Plaza Murals
by Yaqui
As you walk the hallway, hopefully you will notice the wonderful beautiful murals that adorn the upper part of the walls. To me they represent the history of Ft. Worth. I just was taken by them. Most just say "That's Nice. Not me, I have a appreciate for all art, especially mural art that is sometimes lost by a layer of paint.
Located at 2501 Rodeo Plaza & Exchange.
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