The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
3200 Darnell Street (in Fort Worth’s Cultural District). Parking is available on premises.
Tues - Sat 10A–5P, Sun 11A–5P. Closed Mondays and holidays, including New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas.

We really enjoy The Modern. This is a good thing, since we have been members for several years. The building itself is impressive, a simple concrete edifice with a beautiful reflecting pond visible through soaring windows.

We usually find the exhibits to be quite interesting, sometimes shocking. We don't claim to know a huge amount about art, and to be honest, some of the "art" escapes me. But, there is always enough to enjoy to keep us going back, or at least wanting to go back.

The Magnolia at The Modern is an ongoing series of critically acclaimed films. The theater is small, without all the cushy accoutrements of the other independent film theaters (such as the Angelika), and I don't believe food or drink is allowed. In fact, the theater's use as a film venue seems to be almost an afterthought. It is comfortable, though, and I would not hesitate to see another film there.

Last weekend we decided to have a date at the Modern, and we timed it so we could see The Pool, an Indian movie with English subtitles. I really enjoyed it. A boy working in a hotel becomes obsessed with a swimming pool in the opulent hills of Panjim, Goa in India. His life gets turned upside down when he attempts to meet the mysterious family that arrives at the house.

Also, check out Cafe Modern, named one of America's best restaurants by Gourmet Magazine. David took me to Cafe Modern for a special Valentine's dinner last year, and we have also had light brunch. It is very good food indeed.

Check out First Fridays at the Modern. The first Friday evening of each month, enjoy live music and cocktails from 5P - 8P, and dine in the cafe by night.