2012 Rick Smith Spirit of Texas Award

Joe Grandee – A practicing professional artist since 1958, Grandee is known for his paintings depicting the American West. Early in his career, Grandee began amassing a collection of western artifacts that today rivals most museums. In 1971, Grandee became the first official State Artist of Texas (an award created specifically for Grandee). Mr. Grandee’s artwork has been showcased at the U.S. Capitol, the White House and even on the Johnny Carson Show.

SAVE THE DATE*****Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame 2013 Induction Ceremony and Fundraiser will be held on Thursday, January 10, 2013. We are located in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District - 128 E. Exchange Avenue, Historic Barn A, Fort Worth, Texas 76164. Tickets are $100 per person or $1000 for table of 10. The event also marks the 100-year-anniversary of the Stockyards Historic Barns. Fore more information about the event or to purchase tickets, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

APPLEWHITE-CLARK EXHIBIT

***EXHIBIT DISPLAY DATES EXTENDED*** NOW THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2012. DON'T MISS SEEING THESE ONE-OF-A-KIND ARTIFACTS! The Exhibit features four well-known, influential Texas icons whose involvement in the Republic of Texas was instrumental in Texas gaining their independence. This is your chance to see actual items associated with early Texas history, the men who fought for Texas Independence and the man credited with the establishment of Camp Worth, now known as Fort Worth.

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