
Eddleman–McFarland House, Fort Worth
Built in 1899, the Eddleman–McFarland House is a well-preserved example of Queen Anne-style Victorian architecture. Originally commissioned by Sarah Ball and designed by architect Howard Messer, the house stands on a bluff above the Trinity River in what was once known as Quality Hill—a neighborhood that once featured several large homes of Fort Worth’s Cattle Baron families. After Ball’s death, the house was purchased in 1904 by William Eddleman, founder of the Western National Bank.
The exterior combines brick, sandstone, and marble, with features such as turrets, gables, copper finials, and a red sandstone porch. Inside, the home retains original design elements, including coffered ceilings, parquet floors, and carved oak and mahogany mantles. Visitors can explore the house through scheduled tours or participate in interactive events such as "Murder on Quality Hill," an immersive mystery game staged throughout the rooms.
The exterior combines brick, sandstone, and marble, with features such as turrets, gables, copper finials, and a red sandstone porch. Inside, the home retains original design elements, including coffered ceilings, parquet floors, and carved oak and mahogany mantles. Visitors can explore the house through scheduled tours or participate in interactive events such as "Murder on Quality Hill," an immersive mystery game staged throughout the rooms.
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Sight Name: Eddleman–McFarland House
Sight Location: Fort Worth, USA (See walking tours in Fort Worth)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
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Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles