Downtown Attractions and Resources
Performing and Fine Arts
Levitt Pavilion
The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts opened in 2008 inside Founders Plaza, the city’s newest park in the heart of downtown Arlington at 100 W. Abram St., at the corner of Center and Abram streets directly across the street from City Hall. Founders Plaza has become the place for community gatherings and celebrations – and the crown jewel in the revitalization of downtown. The park includes a spacious lawn, walkways, an interactive water fountain, public art and the Levitt Pavilion, which plays host to 50 nights of free music, dance and performing arts each year, as well as other public and private events of all varieties. For a complete schedule of events: www.levittpavilionarlington.org
Theatre Arlington
Currently in its 37th season, Theatre Arlington is a charming 200-seat black box theater in the middle of downtown Arlington at 305 W. Main St. The talented staff and actors present nine productions each year – including musicals, youth shows, dramas and comedies, with the intent of offering something for everyone. This season’s priceless titles include Big River, Stuart Little, The Full Monty and many more. They also offer countless theatre and musical classes for adults and children throughout the year. For a complete schedule of shows and classes: www.theatrearlington.org
Arlington Museum of Art
The Arlington Museum of Art is a champion of creativity and a provider of accessibility to art for the cultural enrichment and economic development of our community – located on Main St. in downtown Arlington in an art modern 1950s former department store building with a two-story expansive open gallery. Admission is free for all exhibits, so stop by during your lunch break or over the weekend to enjoy this amazing resource. The Museum also offers art classes for children and adults throughout the year. For more information on exhibits, hours, events and classes: www.arlingtonmuseum.org
Arlington Music Hall
Welcome to the historic Arlington Music Hall, where elegance meets
excellence in entertainment. The recently renovated Arlington Music Hall provides audiences with a truly unique entertainment
experience. The 1,100 seat auditorium includes state-of-the-art sound
and lighting, an expanded stage and a classic new décor that enhances
the hall's sophistication and style. Home of Johnny High's and the Arlington Symphony Orchestra. www.arlingtonmusichall.com
Attractions and Other Destinations
Downtown Farmers Market
Hungry for fresh fruits and veggies or locally made crafts and gift items? A new farmers market is open in downtown Arlington at 215 E. Front Street, between
Mesquite and Elm streets. On Fridays and Saturdays, vendors will sell fabulously fresh fruits,
vegetables and herbs, as well as unique food and organic products
starting at 8 a.m. until sell out. For more information: www.downtownarlington.org
George W. Hawkes Central Library
The Arlington library system, which was created in 1923, continues to thrive with the expertise of staff, excellent resources, and unwavering support from the citizens of Arlington. It serves the community with a network of seven library facilities. The largest branch, the George W. Hawkes Central Library, serves the downtown community as the cornerstone of the organization and contains well over 200,000 books. The facility also houses a computer lab accessible to all Arlington residents and special teen and children’s areas. For more information: www.arlingtonlibrary.org
Galleries
Eclectic Expressions
A fine art gallery located in the historic 1914 Palmer House, the gallery focuses primarily on abstract and non-objective works by emerging artists. Exhibitions change every five weeks. Local artist instructors offer classes to students of all ages, working in a wide range of styles, using all mediums. The gallery and classroom are also available for private meetings and parties: eclecticexpressions.biz
Resources
Neighborhoods and Communities
The City of Arlington's Office of Community and Development and Planning provides tons of great resources for neighbors in and around College Town UTA.
Downtown Arlington Management Corporation
The
Downtown Arlington Management Corporation is a private, non-profit
community development organization whose purpose is to forge alliances
between property owners, business interests, residents and the City of
Arlington to improve and enhance the economic vitality and overall
environment of Downtown Arlington. www.downtownarlington.org
Arlington Chamber of Commerce
Since 1945 the Arlington Chamber of Commerce has been building a stronger community.
Arlington, boasting a population of 365,000, is conveniently located in the center of the Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex. www.arlingtontx.com
For more downtown attractions, visit http://www.downtownarlington.org/ArtsandCulture
