Frequently Asked Questions

1.  Who runs Fair Park?

Fair Park is a 277-acre National Historic Landmark, owned by the City of Dallas and operated under the management of Fair Park Administration a division of the Park and Recreation Department.  During the period of the State Fair of Texas, management and security is the responsibility of the State Fair Association.

2.  What are the operating hours of Fair Park?

The park gates are open each morning at 6:00 a.m. and closed (except for special events) at 10:00 p.m.

3. What museums are at Fair Park?

There are eight museums in Fair Park:
1) African American Museum
2) Museum of the American Railroad
4) Jane Douglas Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (Open during The State Fair of Texas)
5) Hall of State (Dallas Historical Society)
6) Texas Discovery Gardens
7) The Dallas Aquarium at Fair Park
8) Museum of Nature & Science, TI FOUNDERS IMAX ® Theater; Planetarium and
9) The Women's Museum: An Institute for the Future.

4. What does it cost to visit the museums?

Each institution sets an admission fee.  This can vary based on special exhibits from time to time.

5. Can I have a party or an event at the museums?  Are there other facilities available for lease?  Who do I contact?

Fair Park museums are located in City owned facilities but privately operated.  You will need to contact the individual museum for rental information.

	African American Museum	(214) 565-9026
	Museum of the American Railroad	(214) 428-0101
	Jane Douglas Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution	(214) 428-6964
	Hall of State	(214) 421-4500 Ext. 121
	Texas Discovery Gardens	(214) 428-7476
	The Dallas Aquarium at Fair Park	(214) 943-2771 Ext. 311
	Museum of Nature & Science, IMAX® Theater, Planetarium	(214) 428-5555
	The Women's Museum: An Institute for the Future	(214) 915-0860
	Friends of Fair Park – Magnolia Lounge	(214) 426-3400
	Fair Park Music Hall	(214) 565-1116 Ext. 154

For all other leasable facilities, contact Fair Park Administration at (214) 670-8400 or our special event leasing information web page.

6. How do I contact management at the Smirnoff Music Centre or Fair Park Music Hall?

Contact Smirnoff Music Centre by calling (214) 421-1111 or visit the House of Blues website.

Contact the Fair Park Music Hall at (214) 565-1116.