Don’t miss out on these unique Western experiences available at Fort Worth’s Bowie House.
Jo’s Ellard’s decision to partner with Auberge Resorts Collection to manage Bowie House sets the hotel apart, particularly in the company’s concierge services, which offer thought-out experiences guests can embark on for a truly memorable stay. Here are some recommendations from Grace Cowan, Auberge’s Experience and Community Manager.
1. Customize a Hat at the Nick Fouquet Pop-up.
The internationally feted hatmaker from Venice, California, is doing a year-long pop-up residency at Bowie House. Get your “God’s own cashmere.”
2. Songwriter Sessions.
An intimate live music experience where guests have the opportunity to hear the stories behind songs directly from local Fort Worth musicians.
3. Mahjong in the Billet Room Hosted by the Mahj Girls.
If you’re not familiar with this popular tile-based game, now’s the time to dive in.
4. Night at The Modern.
Get inspired at an exclusive creative dining experience within The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. The experience includes a seasonal tasting menu with hand-picked wine pairings, and a private art tour can be added upon request.
5. Craft of the Texas Rag Tie.
Join local Fort Worth artisan and chain-stitch embroiderer Fowl & Maker for a hands-on workshop personalizing your own custom design with chain stitching.
6. Spirits of the West.
Indulge in a session of agave and whiskey tasting.
7. Partake in Heel-Toe-Split.
Ready yourself for the many dance floors around town with a two-step and line-dancing class.
8. Join a Billiards Tournament in The Billet Room.
9. Conversations in the Library.
The hotel’s monthly speaker series features various Fort Worth artisans.
10. Daily Bar Ritual.
This daily ritual at 5 p.m. in The Bar is marked by a supper bell, after which the bar team draws the gathering crowd to a punch bowl filled with the Bowie House signature cocktail; each guest gets their own small glass to taste.
11. After Ash.
Enjoy a private experience at Ash, an Auberge Spa, for everything from massages and scalp treatments to manipedis and facials. The Deep West and Ashes are signatures.
12. Try One of the Signature Dishes at Bricks and Horses.
Some tempting items on offer: Ritz & Dips, Buttermilk Wedge, Lobster Thermidor, Wild Boar Chop, Dry-Aged New York Steak topped with Bone Marrow Butter, Beef Tallow Steak Fries, and a Daily Pie Cart with slices topped tableside.
Get the history behind the Bowie House and Jo Ellard’s guide to Fort Worth.
This article appears in our February/March 2024 issue.
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PHOTOGRAPHY: Courtesy Auberge Resorts Collection
