What to do and see in Denton, Texas (TX): The Best Museums

The three rooms that make up this museum were once home to families who lived in the African American community of Quakertown in Denton, Texas. The museum is now home to artifacts that tell the stories of those families, and many more. The stories that will not be forgotten are told through photographs and information about many of the African American families from 1875, when they first came from Dallas seeking a better life.

A Creative Art STUDIO is a local art gallery located just off the historic square in Denton, Texas at 227 W Oak Street. We exhibit the artwork of over 45 local and area artists. Each month on the evening of every First Friday we have a new art opening featuring a local artist and new work of other artists. We have live music during this time. We also sponsor a Jazz Night on Thursday evening once a month in the gallery. Our Contemporary Gallery exhibits paintings in oil, watercolor, acrylic and mixed media. We have the work of several photographers and cards and prints of some paintings. We also feature handmade jewelry from silver, glass, other metals and Materials. Looking for Denton memorabilia? Check out our handmade magnets, art tiles, Denton jewelry, cards or T shirts. We teach a variety of classes and workshops which include stained glass, watercolor, acrylic, jewelry, yoga, drawing, journal making and children classes. Our Motto: Putting ART in the HeART of Denton.

Courthouse on the Square image by Patricia Tieszen. The Denton County Courthouse-on the Square Museum is a unique repository of exhibits, special collections, and historical documents that provide visitors with an overview of the communities and residents which have contributed to the county's rich heritage. Whether you are an out-of-town visitor or a life-long resident, you will be both educated and entertained as you immerse yourself in Denton County's days gone by.

The walls of this Victorian style house museum tell the story of life in Denton at the turn-of-the-century. The story of Denton County prior to 1908 is told through the music room with the E. Gabler & Bro. grand piano, the elegantly set dining room table, and the majesty of the Eastlake-style adult bedroom suite. From the moment visitors step on the garden grounds or the wrap around porch, the walls of the Bayless-Selby House museum begin their story.

An exhibit of gowns worn by the First Ladies of Texas, this collection, the only one in existence, includes either the actual garments or faithful copies of the gowns worn by the wives of the governors of Texas and presidents of the Republic of Texas. This exhibit was first created in 1940 and has been updated with gowns worn by former first ladies Mamie Eisenhower and Lady Bird Johnson during their husbands’ terms in the White House.

Opened by local firefighters in 2005, the museum is located in the lobby of Central Fire Station and houses firefighting memorabilia from the 1800s to the present. Collections include an old hose cart that was pulled by hand, 1935 equipment from a ladder truck, breathing apparatuses from past decades and much more.

The Center for the Visual Arts contains the Meadows and Gough Galleries, Festival Hall, Dance Rehearsal Hall, and two art studios. Programs and exhibits range from the nationally recognized "Materials: Hard & Soft," to community theatre shows and musicals, musical performances, visual art shows, and multiple educational and community programs.

Hangar 10 is located at the Denton Municipal Airport. The museum boasts four planes. The Lockheed 10A plane, which has been owned by several individuals, including child movie star Margaret O’Brien. The Stagger Wing, built by Beech Aircraft, was used mainly for VIP’s, admirals, and dignitaries. The PT-22 was used by the Army Air Corps primarily as a trainer for rookie pilots. The last of the planes is the small, sporty-looking Piper L-4, which was used during World War II as a reconnaissance plane. The museum is free and open to the public.

A family owned business- Custom Picture Frame Shop | Art Gallery Store located in Denton, TX by Downtown Square. We have been custom framing pictures, shadow boxes, diplomas, wedding photos, art, photography, and jerseys since 1984. We have a wide variety of selections for custom picture frames, custom framing work and AMAZING art in the Gallery from local artists. Keep your artwork and pictures safe with professional framing, or create a shadow box to display your special mementos. Whatever your framing needs, Cadillac Art & Frame can help. Our family-owned and -operated custom framing shop is dedicated to customer service and satisfaction. We strive to build long-lasting relationships with our customers and take the time to sit down and truly get to know them. Our custom framing services can help preserve and protect: Diplomas Family Portraits Fine Art Military Memorabilia Mirrors Photography Senior Pictures Sports Jerseys Flags Wedding Photos and more