We are a Smithsonian Affiliated Museum in downtown McKinney. Built in1900 and established in 1970. We have 54 years of service! We have the Art-O-Mat which is a vintage machine repurposed for collectible art hence the Art-O-Mat! People travel all over the world and to McKinney to add to their art collections! The Heard Craig Art Center & Museum has private parking in downtown McKinney with a private garden, gazebo, and Carriage House. The private garden & Carriage House venue space is available to rent and our main house Museum offers group tours, luncheons, bridal tea, baby showers, and more! When you book your tour or event with us you are supporting art, history, preservation, the community, and Kathryn Heard-Craigs legacy.

Hotel Indigo, built by Conrad Hilton, is an almost century-old gem conveniently situated in the historic Dallas Arts District, making this property a National Historic Landmark. This hotel was also the very first property to bear the Hilton name and was once the original site for the Dallas Opera House. Now, almost 100 years later, Hotel Indigo Dallas Downtown is still booming and welcomes a multitude of individuals with unique, artistic, sophisticated and vintage backgrounds that are seeking an all-inclusive home away from home but adventurous experience.

Nestled in the heart of nature, the River Legacy Nature Center exemplifies sustainable design and architectural brilliance. With its dramatic wing-shaped roof soaring above the treetops, the center offers a stunning natural backdrop for your special event. Designed by renowned Jones Studio, this limestone and granite masterpiece seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor spaces. Supported by three enormous red oak trees, it brings the forest essence indoors, creating a harmonious connection with the woodlands. This unique feature adds a natural elegance to your celebration. Ideal for couples seeking a nontraditional venue, the center's commitment to sustainability enhances your event's beauty and ensures an eco-friendly experience. Whether for an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, the River Legacy Nature Center provides a breathtaking setting that will leave a lasting impression on you and your guests.

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Experience the stories of aviation and space flight – from Leonardo da Vinci, to the Wright Brothers, to the spacecraft of the twenty-first century – all here for you in one museum. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a corporate or fundraising event, or planning a unique wedding reception, FOFM offers a one-of-a-kind setting that promises to elevate your experience to new heights.

The Artisan offers two unique outdoor spaces that redefine elegance: The Artisan Rooftop Terrace and the Texas Sculpture Walk, both nestled in the picturesque KPMG Plaza at HALL Arts. Our dedicated event team is passionate about crafting flawless experiences, ensuring every detail is expertly handled with extraordinary culinary creations and impeccable service. The Artisan is ideally situated in the heart of the Dallas Arts District, providing a vibrant backdrop for any event. Surrounded by some of the city's most prestigious cultural institutions, this location offers a unique blend of artistic inspiration and modern elegance. Whether you're planning a wedding, gala, or corporate event, our goal is to capture your vision and elevate it with tailored menus and event designs that leave a lasting impression.

The Meadows Museum offers elegant spaces for individuals and groups wishing to host special events. Museum members along with SMU organizations and other non-profit groups are invited to book space in the museum for their events. Whether you want a rehearsal dinner or reception in the uniquely oval-shaped Gene and Jerry Jones Great Hall, the Museum provides striking and sophisticated settings for events of all kinds. The intimate Algur H. Meadows Founder’s Room is an available space that is conducive to small board meetings, private dinners, and receptions. For panel discussions, film screenings, and lectures, there is the Bob and Jean Smith Auditorium, which is equipped with the latest audio-visual technology.

Welcome. Established in 1903, the Dallas Museum of Art (DMA) is among the 10 largest art museums in the country and is distinguished by its commitment to research, innovation, and public engagement. At the heart of the Museum and its programs is its global collection, which encompasses more than 24,000 works and spans 5,000 years of history, representing a full range of world cultures.

Fashion Industry Gallery (f.i.g.) is a boutique wholesale venue, open to the fashion retail trade, that showcases the best in elevated women’s contemporary fashion and accessories. Located within a high-design, hospitality-driven-venue in the downtown Dallas Arts District, f.i.g. hosts five apparel markets per year that coordinate with the national standard of seasonal shows. Its is a truly unique property in Dallas' Arts District where the cutting-edge meets the classic, and the trend-setting morphs seamlessly into the traditional, making it the prefect downtown special events venue.The property's marble-clad, mid-century modern exterior is juxtaposed with a fresh, modern and ultra chic interior. Designed by one of Dallas' most prominent architects, George Dahl, the building's impeccable design, atmosphere, and location result in a one-of-a-kind property, and the best venue for your next event.