The Pool Near Southside

08/07/2026

ONE WEEKEND ONLY! Don't miss this showcase from ten local artists as they explore the concept of "failure" through their artwork.

Co-Curators Sarah Angle and Jocelyn Foster hope people walk away from the show embracing what some call “failure.” Talking openly about those failures creates connection in a culture that often profits from people feeling unworthy or inadequate and rewards productivity over joy, happiness, and health.

Opening Reception
Saturday, August 8
5 - 7 PM

Gallery Hours
Saturday, August 8 from Noon - 8 pm
Sunday, August 9 from Noon - 6 pm


Get to the gallery:
The Pool Near Southside
1801 8th Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76110

07/27/2026

07/27/2026

07/23/2026

THIS THURSDAY! Calling all artists, arts professionals, and art advocates, save the date for July 23rd

Your advocate is hosting the second annual ARTSync event to keep you connected, informed, and in community on Thursday, July 23rd from 5-7:30pm (or later).

First, at 5:00pm you are invited to join us at the Pool Gallery at 1801 8th Avenue for food,drink and fellowship while admiring the work on display in the show "Watershed" by the Texas Photographic Society.

Then, we'll move across the street to WineHaus - for a come-and-go social hour with updates and introductions to deepen our professional relationships and share resources!

AND PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE WORD so Fort Worth's arts community shows up in force as we celebrate the summer with ambition and excitement.

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Fort Worth’s arts ecosystem reaches every corner of our great city. This vast ecosystem includes arts professionals of all types: actors and patrons, visual artists and gallery owners, educators and development directors, musicians and marketers working to enhance, support, grow and deliver incredible cultural experiences and spaces that impact our entire region. And of course, we must not forget the arts advocates and patrons who fill our galleries and theaters, supporting our arts economy.

With so much incredible work occurring across a large and growing city, arts professionals often report disconnected the information, resources, and community that shapes their profession. Enter ARTSync – a quarterly gathering of arts professionals to connect, strengthen, and celebrate Fort Worth’s arts ecosystem. Please plan to attend and help us spread the word to others in the arts community.

07/17/2026

More than 600 artists submitted photographs for consideration in Watershed, making this juried exhibition from the Texas Photographic Society a true showcase of exceptional photographic talent. 📸🌊

Selected from hundreds of entries, the featured works explore water as subject, symbol, tool, and essential force of life. From Texas rivers and reservoirs to summer storms, desert springs, city pools, and drought-stricken landscapes, these images capture the beauty, power, and complexity of water through the eyes of photographers from across the country.

Come see the cream of the crop during Open Gallery Hours tomorrow!

📅 Saturday, July 18
⏱️ 1–4 PM
(or request an appointment through July 25: email [email protected])
📍 The Pool Near Southside
1801 8th Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104

07/11/2026

GALLERY OPEN TODAY

Open today at The Pool Near Southside, from 1 - 4 PM, this photography exhibition by the Texas Photographic Society is exploring water as subject, symbol, tool, and essential aspect of life. Water is never a neutral subject (especially in Texas). Water sustains life, but also holds destructive power. It is also an essential part of the photographic process. From rivers and reservoirs to city pools, desert springs, summer storms, and later summer droughts, the presence (or absence) of water has served as inspiration for photographers since the invention of the camera.

Stop in and let us know what you think!

1801 8th Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104

07/10/2026

SHOW OPENS TOMORROW at The Pool Near Southside

Here's a splash-worthy way to spend a summer afternoon!

Dive into Watershed, a thought-provoking exhibition from the Texas Photographic Society exploring water as subject, symbol, and source of life through the lens of photographers from across the region. From powerful storms and flowing rivers to drought-stricken landscapes and quiet pools, these images capture the many ways water shapes our world.

Join us for the Closing Reception on Saturday, July 25, from 5–7 PM at The Pool Near Southside and celebrate the exhibition with fellow art lovers while enjoying refreshments from Pop Up Bar.

Exhibit runs from July 11 - July 25
🗓 Open Gallery Hours:
Saturday, July 11 from 1 - 4 pm
Saturday, July 18 from 1 - 4 pm
or request an appointment: email [email protected]

The Pool Near Southside
1801 8th Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76104

Don't miss your chance to experience this compelling collection before it flows away.

06/05/2026

OPENING RECEPTION TONIGHT! Come celebrate the next generation of artists and experience their incredible work firsthand!

Join us for the opening reception of the Teen/Artist Project (TAP) Exhibition at The Pool Near Southside! 🎨

In partnership with The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, this inspiring exhibition showcases the creativity and talent of emerging artists from across North Texas who have spent the past eight months developing their practice through the Modern’s acclaimed TAP program.

📅 Friday, June 5
⏰ 5–7 PM
📍 The Pool Near Southside
1801 8th Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76104

RSVP and invite your friends to this free cultural experience! The Modern Art Museum hosts the annual Teen/Artist Project Exhibit at The Pool

Can't make it to the opening? Schedule a viewing by emailing [email protected]

06/04/2026

You don't want to miss this show! Join us for the opening reception of the Teen/Artist Project (TAP) Exhibition at The Pool! 🎨

In partnership with The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, this inspiring exhibition showcases the creativity and talent of emerging artists from across North Texas who have spent the past eight months developing their practice through the Modern’s acclaimed TAP program.

📅 Friday, June 5
⏰ 5–7 PM
📍 The Pool Near Southside
1801 8th Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76104

Come celebrate the next generation of artists and experience their incredible work firsthand!

RSVP and invite your friends to this free cultural experience! The Modern Art Museum hosts the annual Teen/Artist Project Exhibit at The Pool

04/14/2026

Only FOUR chances left to experience the current exhibition at The Pool!

“The Stories That Shape Us” opened last night, showcasing an incredible collection of artwork from artists spanning generations — from elementary school students to senior living residents.

This exhibition invites artists of all ages to share the moments, people, and experiences that have shaped who they are today. Each piece tells a unique story, creating a space filled with reflection, connection, and inspiration for every visitor. Presented by five students from the TCU - John V. Roach Honors College, this exhibit is part of the Change the World Project — an initiative empowering students to make a meaningful impact through creativity and collaboration.

UPDATED Gallery Hours:
Tuesday, April 14 through Friday, April 17
5:30 - 8:00 PM
The Pool Near Southside,
1801 8th Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76110