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61-1190: The International Bowling Museum is a sports museum located inside the International Bowling Campus in Arlington, Texas . It opened on January 26, 2010, after previously being located in St. Louis, Missouri . The design and fabrication of the new facility was awarded to Museum Arts Inc., a Dallas company. There is also an IBM satellite campus located in Reno, Nevada at the National Bowling Stadium . The World Bowling Writers (WBW) International Bowling Hall of Fame and United States Bowling Congress Hall of Fame are at this location, along with many exhibits. The museum features an extensive collection of bowling artifacts, interactive exhibits, and detailed information regarding bowling history. The exhibit contains vintage footage and information regarding famous former bowlers such as Don Carter and Carolyn Ballard . The facility also features

122-582: A 19-year-old man fell off the Venom Drop slide that was part of the Black Snake Summit slide complex. He ignored the lifeguards and went down the slide head first on his stomach when protocol is to go down feet-first on the back. He fell off halfway down and hit the concrete. He was unconscious but breathing when he was taken to the hospital. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, Arlington is located across Interstate 30 from Six Flags Over Texas . It

183-473: A November and December election and runoff in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. City Officials are officially elected non-partisan, although many are affiliated with political parties outside of official capacity. The Mayor/Council Members are subject to a combined maximum of three 2-year terms. City Council Members as of August 2024 : According to Arlington's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for

244-551: A maximum path width of 150 yards estimated path length of 4.6 miles, and estimated maximum wind speeds of 135 miles per hour (217 km/h). The tornado caused damage to numerous businesses including the Green Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center which had a large portion of its roof torn off and sustained damage to exterior walls. Eighteen homes were destroyed, and 291 others were damaged as well. There were eight injuries which occurred due to this tornado, one of which

305-657: A median income of $ 41,059 versus $ 35,265 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 25,317. About 16% of Arlington families in general and 31% of female-headed families with no husband present were living below the poverty line; 20% of the Arlington population as a whole, including 28% of individuals under age 18 and 8% of those age 65 or over were living in poverty. Approximately 43% of Arlington renters and 28% of homeowners were paying 35% or more of their household income for housing costs in 2011. According to Arlington's 2023 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR),

366-411: A miniature bowling alley and a bowling equipment shop. The museum has a large archival collection on bowling materials that can be accessed by users or museum archivers, both for a fee. The International Bowling Hall of Fame is also located within the museum, and details all Hall of Famers inducted into the professional bowling Halls of Fame of USBC, BPAA, PBA, PWBA, IBMA. The International Bowling Museum

427-432: A non-federal public school system. From 1892 until 1951, a mineral well drilled exactly in the middle of downtown Arlington, Texas, was a key reason to visit the town. The water was part of the city's brand, also serving as a meeting point for everything from prohibition to the right of women to vote. The well has been paved over. In the 1920s and 1930s, life in Arlington was bustling with controversy and entertainment. In

488-472: Is a $ 250 million mixed-use district featuring dining, entertainment, and a 302-room hotel with a convention center. The 200,000-square-foot district is located immediately outside the new Globe Life Field. Texas Live! opened in August 2018. The Arlington Convention & Visitors Bureau is the official tourism identity for the city of Arlington, Texas. The Arlington Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB)

549-612: Is a city in Tarrant ;County, Texas , United States. It is part of the Mid-Cities region of the Dallas–Fort Worth–Arlington metropolitan statistical area, and is a principal city of the metropolis and region. The city had a population of 394,266 in 2020, making it the second-largest city in the county after Fort Worth and the third-largest city in the metropolitan area, after Dallas and Fort Worth. Arlington

610-828: Is also home of the International Bowling Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame is home to all Hall of Fame inductees of the United States Bowling Congress (USBC), the Bowling Proprietors' Association of America (BPAA), the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA), Professional Women's Bowling Association (PWBA), and the International Bowling Media Association (IBMA). Arlington, Texas Arlington

671-515: Is broadcast on local radio stations as well as on the AISD TV station and website. The parade began in 1965 as decorated bicycles ridden through Randol Mill Park organized by citizen Dottie Lynn and Church Women United. It has grown to around 75,000 spectators a year enjoying the festivities. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the parade was canceled for the first time in 55 years. Texas Live!

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732-577: Is located in Phoenix, Arizona . Originally called Wet N' Wild Phoenix from 2009 to 2018, it was rebranded as Hurricane Harbor Phoenix for the 2019 season. The water park is located in Spring, Texas . It was previously owned by Six Flags. In 2019, it is rebranded as Hurricane Harbor. The water park is located in Cherry Valley, Illinois . It was previously named Magic Waters. It is currently owned by

793-544: Is located on I-20 at Matlock Rd. The Lincoln Square located near the AT&;T Stadium also houses several stores, restaurants, and a Studio Movie Grill. Arlington is also home to Theatre Arlington , one of the largest community theatres in the nation, which produces quality live theatre year-round and offers theater classes for all ages. The Mainstage Theatre at UT Arlington is another well-known venue for live theatre in Arlington. The Arlington Museum of Art in downtown and

854-411: Is tasked with pursuing conventions, meetings, tour groups, reunions, and individual leisure travelers to increase city revenues from sale and lodging taxes. The Arlington CVB also supports local stakeholders that pursue high-profile special events and sporting events to fill hotels, Arlington Convention Center, AT&T Stadium , College Park Center , Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, and other venues around

915-758: Is the 50th-most populous city in the United States, the seventh-most populous city in the state of Texas, and the largest city in the state that is not a county seat. Arlington is home to the University of Texas at Arlington , a major urban research university, the Arlington Assembly plant used by General Motors , the Nuclear Regulatory Commission Region IV , Texas Health Resources , Mensa International , and D. R. Horton . Additionally, Arlington hosts

976-661: Is the home of several notable athletes. 1998 American League Rookie of the Year Ben Grieve graduated from Martin High School in 1994. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim outfielder Vernon Wells grew up in Arlington and attended Bowie High School, San Francisco Giants outfielder Hunter Pence attended Arlington High School and played collegiate baseball at The University of Texas at Arlington , and St. Louis Cardinals pitcher John Lackey also played for UTA. Lamar High School alumnus Jeremy Wariner won two gold medals in

1037-558: Is within walking distance of the Rangers Ballpark. Completed in 2009, it has attracted high-profile sporting events to Arlington, including the 2010 NBA All-Star Game , Super Bowl XLV in 2011, the 2013 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball South Regional Championships , and the 2014 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Final Four ; the stadium was also the site of the first College Football Championship Game in January 2015 (covering

1098-622: The 2004 Athens Olympics , and the 2005 world championship in the 400 meters in Rome. UTA also produced Doug Russell, who won two gold medals in swimming at the Mexico City Olympics in 1968 and for whom a park on campus is named. Champion bodybuilder (Mr. Olympia 1998–2005) Ronnie Coleman resides in Arlington. Houston Comets Guard Erin Grant grew up in Arlington and attended Mansfield high school. NFL wide receiver Mark Clayton, now with

1159-533: The Arizona Diamondbacks . In 2016, residents voted to construct a new stadium and by 2017, construction began on the $ 1.1 billion Globe Life Field across the street from Choctaw Stadium. Globe Life Field serves as the new home of the Texas Rangers; however, the debut of the park was delayed by the postponement of the 2020 season. In 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic , Arlington became

1220-630: The Clay Gould Ballpark and softball home games are at the Allan Saxe Field ; both facilities completed $ 5.5 million in upgrade cost in early 2015. The Mavericks' team name selection was made in 1971, predating the National Basketball Association's expansion franchise Dallas Mavericks' starting choice in 1980. Arlington Baptist College also competes in a number of sports. They are known as

1281-636: The International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame , Arlington became the world headquarters for bowling. For retail shopping, Arlington is home to the Parks Mall at Arlington, which houses numerous stores, eateries, an ice skating rink, a bowling/arcade spot, and a movie theatre. In addition, the Arlington Highlands was completed in mid-2007, serving as a shopping and entertainment hotspot. The Arlington Highlands

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1342-618: The St. Louis Rams , graduated from Sam Houston High School in 2000 and was part of the University of Oklahoma's 2001 national championship team. Jared Connaughton , sprinter for the 2008 Canada Olympic team, was a sprinter for the UT Arlington team. Myles Garrett , defensive end for the Cleveland Browns and 1st overall pick in the 2017 NFL draft , graduated from Martin High School in 2014. In 2026, IndyCar will contest

1403-795: The Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field , the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium , the Arlington Renegades at Choctaw Stadium , the Dallas Wings at College Park Center , the International Bowling Campus (which houses the United States Bowling Congress , International Bowling Museum and the International Bowling Hall of Fame ), and the theme parks Six Flags Over Texas (the original Six Flags) and Hurricane Harbor . European settlement in

1464-489: The Washington Senators baseball team relocated to Arlington and began play as the Texas Rangers and in 2009 the Dallas Cowboys also began to play at the newly constructed Cowboys Stadium, now AT&T Stadium . On January 13, 1996, a 9-year-old girl, Amber Hagerman, was abducted in Arlington and found murdered four days later. No one has been arrested or convicted for her murder as of 2024. The case led to

1525-405: The illegal gambling during police raids. However, the restaurant portion of the facility still existed as a legitimate business and a front. By 1925 the city's population was estimated at 3,031—well under the population of Dallas and Fort Worth at the time. In 1929, a horse-racing track called Arlington Downs was constructed by W.T. Waggoner and Brian Nyantika close by to the speakeasy. Gambling

1586-416: The " boomburbs ", the extremely fast-growing suburbs of the post-World War II era. U.S. Census Bureau population figures for the city date the population boom: 7,692 (1950), 90,229 (1970), 261,721 (1990), 365,438 (2010) and almost 374,000 by 2011. Tom Vandergriff served as mayor from 1951 to 1977 during this period of robust economic development. Six Flags Over Texas opened in Arlington in 1961. In 1972

1647-519: The 2014 season). The Dallas Cowboys rent AT&T Stadium from the City of Arlington for $ 167,500 per month over a thirty-year period, a sum far less than market value; in exchange, the Cowboys have complete control over the facility's calendar and the revenues collected therefrom, including naming rights, billboard advertising, concession sales and most of the surrounding parking. The Dallas Wings became

1708-503: The Arlington Downs was completely destroyed by commercial developers. All that is left is an original concrete water trough and a Texas historical landmark marker placed in 2016. Large-scale industrialization began in 1954 with the arrival of a General Motors assembly plant . Automotive and aerospace development gave the city one of the nation's greatest population growth rates between 1950 and 1990. Arlington became one of

1769-531: The Arlington area dates back at least to the 1840s. After the May 24, 1841 battle between Texas General Edward H. Tarrant and Native Americans of the Village Creek settlement, a trading post was established at Marrow Bone Spring in present-day Arlington (historical marker at 32°42.136′N 97°6.772′W  /  32.702267°N 97.112867°W  / 32.702267; -97.112867 ). The rich soil of

1830-624: The Cfa ( humid subtropical ) region of the Köppen climate classification system which is a climate zone characterized by hot, humid summers and mild to cool winters. During the April 3, 2012 tornado outbreak , a severe thunderstorm produced an EF2 tornado in Eastern Kennedale which moved northeast across 287 near Stagetrail Drive and continued in a North North-Eastern direction. The tornado had

1891-513: The Downs were sold to commercial developers. In the 1940s, the Arlington Downs was used as a rodeo and event venue. Top O' Hill Terrace evaded the police until 1947, when famous Texas Ranger M. T. "Lone Wolf" Gonzaullas caught the gambling operation in full-swing and had the place shut down. The 1940s brought World War II to the forefront of the United States, and many families from around Texas moved to Arlington to find jobs. Before World War II,

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1952-486: The Gallery at UT Arlington are the city's designated art venues. In 2016, the city's art museum hosted a public art project called "The Star of Texas" to promote their new slogan as the "American Dream City." Community artists were chosen to paint a large star sculpture with their interpretation of the city. Today, these stars can still be seen throughout the city – most notably in the downtown and entertainment districts. In

2013-545: The Hurricane Harbor brand in 1995 with the opening of Six Flags Hurricane Harbor adjacent to Six Flags Magic Mountain . That same year, Wet 'n Wild in Arlington, Texas , was purchased by Six Flags. It operated as Wet 'n Wild — A Six Flags Park in 1995-1996 then was rebranded as Six Flags Hurricane Harbor in 1997. The brand has since become a trademark of the Six Flags franchise. In 1999, Six Flags St. Louis

2074-650: The Killdares, Pentatonix , the Polyphonic Spree , the Quebe Sisters, and Ray Wylie Hubbard . The Texas Hall and AT&T Stadium are also destinations for live concerts in Arlington. On July 4, the all-volunteer non-profit Arlington Fourth of July Parade Association puts on the annual parade through Downtown Arlington and UT Arlington's College Park District, featuring floats and entries from local schools, businesses, and organizations. The parade

2135-651: The Patriots and is an active member in the National Christian College Athletic Association , Southwest Region, Division II, and is a member of the Association of Christian College Athletics . The sports Arlington Baptist competes in range from: basketball (men and women's), golf (men and women's), cross country (men and women's), Track & Field (men), volleyball (women), softball (women), and baseball (men). Arlington

2196-651: The Rockford Park District. The park was rebranded as a Hurricane Harbor park in 2019. The water park is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma . It was previously named White Water Bay, and was rebranded as a Hurricane Harbor park in 2020. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor San Antonio is located in San Antonio , Texas . Six Flags Hurricane Harbor San Antonio is located in Concord , California . It

2257-402: The age of 18 living in them, 48% were married couples living together, 15% had a female householder with no father present(family units), and 32% were non-family or family-units. 25% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.7 and the average family size was 3.3. In the city, the 2010 population

2318-596: The area attracted farmers, and several agriculture-related businesses were well established by the late nineteenth century. Arlington was founded in 1876 along the Texas and Pacific Railway . Named after General Robert E. Lee 's Arlington House in Arlington County, Virginia ., Arlington grew as a cotton-ginning and farming center, and incorporated on April 21, 1884. The city could boast of water, electricity, natural gas, and telephone services by 1910, along with

2379-608: The city (based on the 2010 census) was 59% White , 18.8% Black or African American , 6.8% Asian , 0.7% Native American , 0.1% Pacific Islander , 11.3% from other races , and 3.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latinos of any race were 27.4% of the population. In 2018, the racial makeup of the city was 39.1% non-Hispanic White, 22% Black or African American, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, 6.8% Asian American, 0.1% Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, 0.3% from some other race, 2.3% from two or more races, and 29.2% Hispanic or Latino of any race. Approximately 20.8% of

2440-615: The city's population had grown to over 4,000. The war kick-started a manufacturing revolution in Texas. Arlington was between the biggest aerospace engineering hubs in Texas at the time, Dallas and Fort Worth. In 1956, the Top O' Hill Terrace property was purchased by the Bible Baptist Seminary and converted into what is now Arlington Baptist University . The underground tunnels and original structures are still standing. In 1958,

2501-475: The city. Arlington has long been the home of the Texas Rangers baseball team, who made Arlington Stadium their first home upon moving to Dallas/Fort Worth from Washington, D.C., in 1972. In 1994, the Rangers built a new stadium, The Ballpark in Arlington (renamed Choctaw Stadium in 2021 ). The Rangers made trips to the 2010 World Series , 2011 World Series , and 2023 World Series , winning in 2023 against

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2562-560: The creation of the Amber Alert system. In October 2019, Arlington was chosen out of several major U.S. cities to become the permanent home of the $ 150 million National Medal of Honor Museum. Construction of the museum is set to be completed in 2024. According to the United States Census Bureau , the city of Arlington has a total area of 99.7 square miles (258 km ); 96.5 square miles (250 km )

2623-415: The early 1920s, a tea room known as "Top O' Hill Terrace" opened up along the now-defunct Bankhead Highway to serve dinner and tea to guests traveling through Dallas and Fort Worth. Ownership changed in the late 1920s and shortly thereafter the facilities were secretly converted into casinos and a speakeasy. Known by historians as "Vegas before Vegas", escape tunnels and secret rooms were constructed to hide

2684-652: The first Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) franchise in North Texas in 2015. They were known as the Tulsa Shock while based in Tulsa, Oklahoma , but reinvented their brand after relocating to North Texas. The Wings play home games at the College Park Center in Arlington. The Arlington Renegades is a UFL football team based in Arlington. The team was established in 2019 and played in

2745-617: The first city since 1944 to hold every World Series game in a single venue at Globe Life Field . In October 2023, the Rangers defeated the Houston Astros in the American League Championship Series , and won the 2023 World Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks . The Dallas Cowboys football team moved from Texas Stadium in Irving in 2009 to the $ 1.3 billion AT&T Stadium , which

2806-627: The first ever Grand Prix of Arlington around the AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field, in collaboration with the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers. The Arlington City Council has been presided over by Mayor Jim Ross since June 2021, following the 6-year incumbency of Mayor Jeff Williams . The Arlington City Council is composed of the Mayor and eight City Council members. Elections are conducted every May with runoffs in June, with an exception for

2867-479: The fiscal year ended in September 2022, the city's various funds had $ 731.306 million in revenues, $ 678.643 million in expenditures, $ 4.995 billion in total assets, $ 1.970 billion in total liabilities, and $ 528.568 million in cash in investments. The Arlington Police Department had 871 employees and a budget of $ 118 million as of 2020. Hurricane Harbor Six Flags began using

2928-512: The mid-2010's, art murals began to appear in downtown Arlington, giving the area an artistic atmosphere. The Planetarium Dome Theater at UT Arlington is one of the largest in Texas. Levitt Pavilion Arlington opened in 2009 and offers 50 free concerts per year in downtown Arlington featuring a diverse range of music genres. Notable performers have included Asleep at the Wheel , the Band of Heathens ,

2989-495: The population were foreign-born from 2014 to 2018. By 2020, 34.93% were non-Hispanic White, 22.38% Black or African American, 0.31% Native American, 7.63% Asian, 0.11% Pacific Islander, 0.43% some other race, 3.54% multiracial, and 30.68% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The demographic increase of American Black and American Hispanic, as well as American Asian is notable with migration patterns and fertility. In 2010, there were 133,072 households, out of which 40% had children under

3050-536: The renovated Choctaw Stadium. The inaugural home opener drew 17,026 fans. The North Texas SC of MLS Next Pro also calls Arlington and Choctaw Stadium home since May 2020. AT&T Stadium will host the most matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup . The UT Arlington Mavericks are the athletic teams representing The University of Texas at Arlington . The Mavericks compete in the NCAA Division I Western Athletic Conference in 15 varsity sports. UTA

3111-534: The top five employers, making up 13% of the total employment in the City, include: Arlington is home to Six Flags Over Texas , a nationwide theme park that includes many notable attractions. Six Flags also opened Six Flags Hurricane Harbor , a waterpark, after the previous location, Wet 'n Wild , was sold to them in the mid-1990s. With the relocation of the U.S. Bowling Congress, and the Bowling Proprietors Association of America and

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3172-847: Was a founding member of the Southland Conference in 1963 and participated in the league until the end of the 2011–12 athletic year. They joined the Western Athletic Conference for one year before moving to the Sun Belt Conference for several years then moving back to the Western Athletic Conference in July 2022. A new arena called the College Park Center is now the host facility for basketball and volleyball home games as well as other university activities. The arena opened February 1, 2012, and seats approximately 7,000 people. Baseball home games are held at

3233-433: Was abandoned in 2006 and most of the attractions were relocated to a new waterpark on what used to be the marine life side of the park. Hurricane Harbor Maryland is a water park located within Six Flags America . It was known as Paradise Island until 2005 when it was rebranded Hurricane Harbor. Hurricane Harbor is a water park located within Six Flags New England . The waterpark opened in 1997 as Island Kingdom and

3294-482: Was land, and 3.2 square miles (8.3 km ) is water. The city lies approximately 12 miles (19 km) east of downtown Fort Worth and 20 miles (32 km) west of downtown Dallas . Johnson Creek , a tributary of the Trinity River , and the Trinity River itself, flow through Arlington. Arlington borders Kennedale , Grand Prairie , Mansfield and Fort Worth , and surrounds the smaller communities of Dalworthington Gardens and Pantego . Arlington falls in

3355-446: Was originally a part of the Wet 'n Wild chain, but was purchased by Six Flags in 1995. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, Oaxtepec is located in Oaxtepec , Mexico . It was originally independently owned, but was purchased by Six Flags in 2017. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, Chicago is a water park located adjacent to Six Flags Great America that opened in 2005. It opened separately to the amusement park starting in 2021. The water park

3416-416: Was rebranded Hurricane Harbor in 2003. Hurricane Harbor is a water park located within Six Flags Over Georgia . The water park opened in May 2014. Hurricane Harbor is a water park located within Six Flags St. Louis . Former Slides and attractions Hurricane Harbor is a water park located within Six Flags Great Escape and Hurricane Harbor . The waterpark opened in 1997 as Splashwater Kingdom and

3477-449: Was rebranded Hurricane Harbor in 2019. The water park is located in Darien, New York . It was previously named Splashtown, and while planned for 2020, was eventually rebranded as Hurricane Harbor in 2022. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, New Jersey is a water park located adjacent to Six Flags Great Adventure . Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, Los Angeles is a water park located adjacent to Six Flags Magic Mountain . On September 30, 2012,

3538-559: Was serious. At the 2020 United States census , there were 394,266 people, 135,240 households, and 93,164 families residing in the city. During the 2018 American Community Survey estimates, Arlington had a population of 392,462. At the census of 2010, there were 365,438 people, 133,072 households, and 90,099 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,811 people per square mile (1,471 people/km ). There were 144,805 housing units at an average density of 1,510 per square mile (580/km ). The 2011 estimated racial makeup of

3599-426: Was spread out, with 31% under the age of 20, 8% from 20 to 24, 30% from 25 to 44, 23% from 45 to 64, and 8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 104 males. For every 100 females aged 18 and over, there were 94 males 18 and over. The median income for a household in the city was estimated to be $ 50,655 in 2011. Individual males working full-time year-round had

3660-457: Was still illegal, but people were making bets regardless. Waggoner and his sons campaigned to make parimutuel betting legal, and in 1933 the state issued its first legal gambling permit to Arlington Downs. The track was immensely profitable at that point, making a daily average of $ 113,000 before inflation with a daily attendance average of 6,700 people. At the end of the 1937 season, the state legislature repealed their parimutuel gambling laws, and

3721-422: Was the first Six Flags park to construct its own intra-park water attractions section. As Six Flags acquired and rebranded parks in the 2000s, some existing water parks within these theme parks were later upgraded and rebranded as Hurricane Harbor. Only one Hurricane Harbor has closed. After Six Flags Worlds of Adventure was sold to Cedar Fair in 2004, the water park was renamed Hurricane Hannah's Waterpark. It

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