Fort Worth Field Trips

Our family took an educational field trip to Ft. Worth, TX on March 3rd. Our first stop on our trip was to the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Yes, this is where they print the money used in the United States. After a Highly Secure entry into the main gate, we were bused over to the factory. The factory has a hands on museum and a gift shop. In the museum you can learn about how the new money is being made and why they have so many security steps in the printing of the money. While we were there, they were in the middle of printing the new $100 dollar bill. We did not get to see the new look (its a big secret) but it will be released later this year.

I would like to say that the staff and workers are the friendliest people I have seen in a long time. Those on the floor running the printing machines, seemed like they really enjoyed having the children there, learning! The tour guide was very informative and interacted well with all the kids and adults alike. This tour was free.

Later we went on over to The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
The girls and I had just finished a study on Cowboys. Mostly American Cowboys with a little info on cowboys from other places. Our study only mentioned cowgirls. So a trip to this museum put the "Cowgirl" in a little more of importance.


I was surprised that this museum and so much for everyone. There was a hands on area for the wee ones and movies, video and other hands on activities for the older ones. Mom and Dad enjoyed the history of so many women that grew up as cowgirls. From movie stars to a Supreme Court Judge and even our First Lady Laura Bush. Wonderful place to visit and this one is not free, but worth the price.

Our last place to go was the Vetro Glassblowing Studio in Grapevine, TX. If you have an interest in glassblowing or sculpting this is the place to go. They have a wonderful gallery of art and then they have a studio that you can go in and watch them work up close and friendly. We did not visit during any of the festivals or special events that they have, so it was not too busy. As a matter of fact we were the only guest there at the time.
If this is something you would like to see, then visit their website and check out what they have to offer. Like Private events, Classes and tours. Our visit was during their regular work hours and was free.

That was our day in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. We also got the special privilege of leaving Dallas during rush hour traffic.