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| Interior view, the Crow Collection of Asian Art. Photo: Courtesy of the Crow Collection of Asian Art | If you think that all you'll find in Dallas is a corral of cowboys, you're in for a surprise. In recent years, this metropolitan hot spot has become an inviting showcase of first-rate paintings, sculpture and architecture - a burgeoning center of the arts recognized worldwide for its museums and various collections.
Why Go: With more than 300 pieces, the Nasher is the first institution in the world dedicated exclusively to the exhibition of modern and contemporary sculpture.
Don't Miss: Masterpieces like Matisse's Tiari, Picasso's The Kiss and Rodin's Head of Balzac.
Insider Tip: If you want to tap into your inner artist, sketching with pencil, crayon, pastel and charcoal is permitted.
Where Is it: 2001 Flora St., Dallas, TX 75201; 214-242-5100.
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Why Go: The museum is home to an extraordinary collection of works by impressionists and other European painters, as well as the most extensive collection of African art in the United States.
Don't Miss: Capturing Motion, a new exhibit that explores how artists capture a sense of motion in their art. See how they manipulate their materials to produce the illusion of a dancer twirling or of shapes scooting across a surface.
Insider Tip: Free gallery talks with arts experts and curators every Wed., 12:15-1pm.
Where Is It: 1717 North Harwood, Dallas, TX 75201; 214-922-1200.
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Why Go: Art lovers can peruse more than 600 paintings, objects of metal and stone, and large architectural pieces dedicated to the arts and cultures of China, Japan, India and Southeast Asia.
Don't Miss: The museum's large collection of carved Qing-period jade and ancient Japanese scrolls.
Insider Tip: A free, guided tour of the permanent collection is offered every Thurs. at 6:30pm, and Sat. at 1pm.
Where Is It: 2010 Flora Street, Dallas, TX 75201; 214-979-6430.
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Why Go: Enjoy a little piece of the Prado by wandering through one of the finest collections of Spanish art outside of Spain, showcasing famous paintings, prints and sculptures.
Don't Miss: The Museum Shop on the first floor contains an extensive selection of books on the fascinating cultural elements of Spain, from cooking and gardens to architecture and music.
Insider Tip: Go on the Introduction to Spanish Art Tour, a journey through Spanish history where you will encounter masterworks by such artists as Velázquez, Murillo, Goya and Picasso.
Where Is It: 5900 Bishop Blvd., Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX 75275-0357; 214-768-2516.
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Why Go: Fans of architecture will find an impressive section of buildings here, featuring the most comprehensive collection of 1930s Art Deco architecture in the country.
Don't Miss: Besides visiting the museums, take a stroll through the grounds to explore the park areas and beautiful structures that occupy them.
Insider Tip: Purchase the Fair Park Passport to visit eight of the park's museums like The Museum of Nature & Science, The Women's Museum and The African American Museum, and save 40 percent off the regular admission price.
Where Is It: 1300 Robert B. Cullum Blvd., Dallas, TX 75210; 214-670-8400.
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