History

In 1979, with a rich history behind them and a vision of continued progress ahead, Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association members formed the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Foundation. Intent on preserving and protecting the heritage of the livestock industry of the Southwest, the Foundation's goals included educating students and the general public as to the cattleman's independent nature, pride in the free enterprise system, devotion to private land ownership and commitment to environmental stewardship.

The Cattle Raisers Museum officially opened in 1980 to build a greater public awareness of and appreciation for our ranching heritage. In November, 2009, the Museum relocated and re-opened within the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History located in the historic cultural district.