The Associated Businesses of the Cultural District
is a not-for-profit business association, dedicated to the improvement of the Cultural District and the economic health of its members. Founded in 1991, the membership ranges from individuals with an interest in the area, to major corporations and cultural institutions

ABCD strives to work with the City and other governing bodies, with developers, with owners of businesses and with residents to keep our district vibrant and healthy and to keep lines of communication open.

ABCD is designated by the City of Fort Worth as a Neighborhood Redevelopment Organization whose boundaries extend from Henderson and the Trinity River on the east to Margaret/Owasso/Dorothy/Haskel/Bailey on the west.

We were instrumental in the formation of the NEZ (Neighborhood Empowerment Zone) and Urban Villages in the District. We keep abreast of transportation issues affecting the area and actively support the introduction of streetcar and light rail to join our district with other areas of the City. We monitor urban design, zoning, and other governmental issues that may be of import to our members. We are concerned with maintaining a safe environment for our businesses and residents and making our district the best that it can be.

Membership meetings, with light refreshments and a program on a timely topic, are usually held on the third Tuesday of each month, 5:30pm-7:00pm.

By joining ABCD, you have the opportunity to:
*Stay informed about recent developments
*Interact with influential members of the community
*Enjoy networking with business friends and contacts
*Receive our newsletter with timely updates
*Provide input in influencing your community
*Be part of the collective effort to improve the Cultural District
*Advertise in the latest edition of the "Visitors Guide to the Cultural District"