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Dallas Historical Society
The Dallas Historical Society was organized on March 31, 1922, to encourage historical inquiry. In 1938, the Society assumed the management of the magnificent Hall of State at the request of the City of Dallas. The Hall of State is one of the finest examples of art deco architecture in the country and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a part of Fair Park. The Historical Society is the oldest historical organization in Dallas County that is committed to preserving the area's entire history.
Hours
Closed Monday
Tue-Sat: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday 1-5 p.m.
Admission
Free
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Dallas Historical Society
3939 Grand Avenue
Hall of State, Fair Park
Dallas, TX 75210
214.421.4500 phone
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Public Transportation
Within walking distance of bus stops and soon to be within view of a new DART Rail stop.
Directions & Parking
Located off I-30 near downtown Dallas in Fair Park. The Hall of State is located near the west edge of the Cotton Bowl on Grand Ave. Parking can found in front of the Bldg. and to the north edge in the main parking lot. Admission to the park is free, mention to any gate attendant your destination for free admission at all times other then the State Fair.
Other Information
The purpose of the Dallas Historical Society is to institute and encourage historical inquiry; to collect, preserve, and exhibit the material of history; and to spread historical information, especially concerning the city and county of Dallas and North Texas. The Historical Society preserves rare Dallas and Texas-related three-dimensional objects, including James Fannin's watch and Santa Anna's Texas Campaign medal. The G.B. Dealey library holds more than ten thousand bound volumes and several million historic documents, including Sam Houston's handwritten account of the battle of San Jacinto. Many of these rare items are on display throughout the year.
