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👍👍 I went on a field trip with my son’s class. The people there are so sweet and understanding of how little ones can be. The lady that worked with us was so patient and nice. She did an amazing job with the kids. She read a fun book to them and spoke to them about plants and insects. We took a walk ou... People often mention wedding, beautiful, staff, BRIT,


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1700 University Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76107, United States

Website

www.brit.org

Contact

+1 817-332-4441

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (106 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Friday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Wednesday: 10 am to 4 pm

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  • 5/5 Devki J. S. 4 years ago on Google • 94 reviews
    I went on a field trip with my son’s class. The people there are so sweet and understanding of how little ones can be. The lady that worked with us was so patient and nice. She did an amazing job with the kids. She read a fun book to them and spoke to them about plants and insects. We took a walk out in the garden and she talked abt a few of the flowers showing them things they would find interesting. They even got to look through microscopes and use tweezers to separate leaves, stems, buds and categorize them. There was another room with stations and each station was an activity that was age appropriate. We ate our lunch in a shaded area with a few benches and lots for kids to sit on. It was a wonderful trip that all of them enjoyed so much! We had kids from 3 to 6 yrs old with us.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robi C. 2 years ago on Google • 307 reviews
    Attended a wedding reception and it was beautiful! Food was great! It was a very romantic setting! Was so caught up in the excitement I didn't get photos :-(
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nathaniel J. 1 year ago on Google • 36 reviews
    My daughter took me there for my birthday .. The staff were the best attentive , and very informative it’s a place I will be coming back to many times
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pithan C. 4 years ago on Google • 26 reviews
    Best place to learn about plant taxonomy in Texas with good building concept. The laboratium should be very useful for university students if they want do some research about plant. Many collection of plant herbariums, books and pictures. There is also room for children to learn something. Nice people will guide you to see around the building. If you lucky, you can see horses eat the grass at the backyard as their method to clean grass. There is solar panel on the roof.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ellen C. 5 years ago on Google • 21 reviews
    My husband and I recently had our wedding reception at the BRIT. It was one of the best decisions we made in the wedding planning process. The staff, both Katherine and Courtney, were amazingly kind, thorough, and patient as I asked approximately ten million questions. One of the things I appreciated most was how helpful they were. About a month before the wedding, the house I was supposed to stay at, and where we would have taken pictures in the morning if it rained, fell through. I asked the BRIT if we could use the atrium as a rain plan and they were very accommodating, which was great, because it rained. We had a really nice, dry, space to take pictures and we ended up getting a really nice first look. Courtney was also very helpful when our caterer needed twice as many tables as they said they would the week before. We had 160 people at our wedding. It was an afternoon wedding and didn't have a formal meal service so we did not have tables for everyone, but we probably could have made it work if we had needed to. Courtney was really helpful as we worked on the floor plan and I was very happy with how everything turned out. The space was also beautiful, and the natural light was great. We were able to see the outside without having to experience the outside, which was fortunate given the weather. All around it was a great experience and it was an extra bonus to my husband and I that our wedding could contribute science and education in such a cool way.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Lisa E. 2 years ago on Google
    My comments are regarding the changes to the Botanical Gardens. I have no issue with paying to visit the gardens. In fact, I recently purchased membership, only to find that most of the gardens are inaccessible to me. Closing all of the gates and roads to cars limits my access due to mobility issues. I am able to walk, just not the mileage required to see all exhibits I will especially miss the Japanese Gardens. I am a lifelong resident of Fort Worth and have been a decades long visitor to the Botanic Gardens. The current situation is disappointing, the apparent disregard for those with mobility challenges and disabilities.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 C B. 5 years ago on Google • 93 reviews
    Loved the venue. We had a lovely wedding and reception. The staff were very accommodating.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yudith G. 1 year ago on Google • 29 reviews
    Very beautiful place. I hope it is in the works and they finish soon to enjoy the walks and the flowers even more.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ivy 9 months ago on Google • 13 reviews
    Had a great time at the Japanese garden there. The path is circular so you can’t really get lost at the Japanese garden. There were a lot of benches where you can sit down. Would definitely love to come in the cooler seasons though. There’s also parking at the place so that’s nice. I thought the $12 admission was very fair.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wesley G. 6 years ago on Google
    This is one of Fort Worth's treasures. Not only is this a groundbreaking research institute, studying Texas' native prairies, but this is also a stunning event venue and home to prairie day - one of my favorite, family friendly, Fort Worth festivals. From what I understand, their work with Fort Worth schools is also unrivaled in bringing opportunities to students that you can't find anywhere else. I could go on, but you should really just stop in and take a tour next time you're in the neighborhood (maybe taking in one of Texas' best Botanic Gardens, next door?).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kevin H. 4 years ago on Google • 42 reviews
    Informative and fun for the entire family. Our 6 year old learned about pollinators like bees and butterflies.

  • 5/5 N /. 1 year ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Trans and Queer Affirming. Gentle, polite, curious staff. Anyone can reach out to them with questions or concerns and be taken 110% seriously and respectfully. Definately a place that is trying to uplift their community.

  • 5/5 homer t. 6 years ago on Google
    A beautiful place you can sit and thank about life in a wonderful surrounding

  • 5/5 Taynim R. 2 years ago on Google
    I had my reception here. The atrium is beautiful and the staff was amazing.

  • 5/5 Etienne C. 6 years ago on Google
    Well kept.

  • 5/5 Kenny C. 6 years ago on Google
    Educational. Nice place.

  • 5/5 Tracy L. 6 years ago on Google
    Part of the Fort Worth Botanical Gardens area it is worth visiting. Great area to see and enjoy.

  • 5/5 Zachary S. 6 years ago on Google
    Nice building and staff

  • 5/5 Scott W. 6 years ago on Google
    Excellent organization, fantastic building

  • 4/5 Shantal H. 6 years ago on Google
    Beautiful

  • 5/5 muddassar m. 6 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place

  • 5/5 Brya E. 6 years ago on Google
    Very educational and fun

  • 5/5 Alicia E. 6 years ago on Google
    Educational, fun, and gorgeous

  • 2/5 T B. 6 years ago on Google
    I was there for work. Nice bldg. Staff was friendly

  • 5/5 Shela M. 2 years ago on Google
    The story walk is amazing!

  • 5/5 Lisa S. 5 years ago on Google
    Absolutely beautiful inside and out for conferences meetings and events

  • 5/5 Tellur F. 4 years ago on Google
    In my opinion BRIT publishes some of the highest quality floras in the United States. Great customer service and prompt shipping. Forget Amazon and support the fine work these folks are doing. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Alex P. 3 years ago on Google
    Sr Maintenance worker at the Botanical garden

  • 5/5 Lanitta R. 5 years ago on Google
    Had my wedding at BRIT and everything was perfect. Courtney was my coordinator and she was so very accommodating. Great job.

  • 5/5 Antonio C. 3 years ago on Google
    very nice

  • 5/5 Mark B. 4 years ago on Google
    A place to let nature nurture you and recreate You

  • 5/5 Bob G. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing experience

  • 5/5 nicky c. 4 years ago on Google
    A beautiful place

  • 1/5 Edward R. 4 years ago on Google
    Was okay

  • 5/5 James D. 5 years ago on Google
    Really cool place.

  • 5/5 Terry G. 5 years ago on Google
    Volunteer here one day a week.

  • 5/5 Brandon B. 3 years ago on Google
    BRIT is a wonderful place, and love coming here to look at everything.

  • 4/5 Michal Y. 5 years ago on Google
    A neat quiet place to enjoy with your fav girl

  • 5/5 SloansCreekFarm M. 5 years ago on Google
    If you're a science teacher, agronomist, or botanist this place should be on your "need to visit list".

  • 5/5 Bridgit G. 5 years ago on Google
    Wonderful experience!

  • 5/5 Terri C. 5 years ago on Google
    peaceful

  • 5/5 Kat G. 5 years ago on Google
    Love the education department and the friendly staff. Thanks Kat for a wonderful experience.

  • 5/5 Brittany R. 5 years ago on Google
    Living roof, geothermal cooling - and an herbarium that's worth a visit!

  • 5/5 Max 5 years ago on Google
    Nice front desk lady. Very enlightening

  • 5/5 Lloyd L. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful and educational

  • 5/5 Eric R. 5 years ago on Google
    Great environment

  • 5/5 Susan B. 5 years ago on Google
    Learning and development with lots of fun

  • 5/5 Donna B. 6 years ago on Google
    I took a client that I do home Health with and it's a beautiful place to go

  • 5/5 Zachary A. 1 year ago on Google • 2 reviews
    My wife and I had our wedding at the BRIT. We originally were going to have the ceremony at the lower rose garden but due to rain we were unable to. Our event coordinator Paige, helped save the day and got our venue change to the atrium of the BRIT and it was absolutely perfect! Paige, the food team, and all BRIT staff were incredibly accommodating and professional!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍


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