The Trammell and Margaret Crow Collection of Asian Art in Dallas is a fine collection that includes more than 300 paintings, sculptures and architectural items, which have been a part of the personal collection of the Dallas real estate king Trammell Crow.
Both Trammell and Margaret originally collected for their own personal enjoyment, like their 1,200 piece Chinese jade collection or the world’s 2nd largest impeccable crystal ball. Their Japanese paintings and antique Indian stone statues are museum quality and some of the pieces date back to 3,500 B.C., while others date back less than 400 years old.
There are about 30 bronze sculptures on the grounds of the building located at 2010 Flora Street, which is within walking distance to all the downtown 5 star Dallas hotels , the Arts District and very close to the Dallas Museum of Art . While walking through the grounds, you’ll also enjoy soothing music being played through inconspicuous speakers nicely hidden throughout. Head towards the front of the building, on the Harwood Street side, where there is a larger-than-life sculpture of a horse.
If you’re staying downtown, The Trammell Crow Center is worth a visit, especially the shaded sculpture garden featuring Rodin’s ‘Genius of Eternal Rest’, Maillol’s ‘Nymph With Flowers’ and Bourdelle’s ‘Horse for Alvear Monument’. What’s even better is the museum is free of charge.