Dalworthington Gardens, a small, but upscale town in Arlington, has a reputation for luxury real estate with a country-like atmosphere. More importantly, the small town's heritage shares a unique story. Back in 1936, Carl Mosig, a reporter, invited Eleanor Roosevelt, wife to President Franklin Roosevelt, to his estate on Arkansas Lane in Arlington. The First Lady accepted the offer and took a visit down to flyover country. At a time on her visit, as she took a glimpse of the outdoor scenery, she commented that a beautiful little homestead would look just great south of Mosig's estate. After many proclamations and legislative deals, the land of Dalworthington Gardens had quickly become a town from a simple idea. The town Dalworthington Gardens was to be known as a country-like community within the major cities of Dallas, Fort Worth, and Arlington; hence, in the name, DAL stands for Dallas, WORTH for Fort Worth, and INGTON for Arlington. Now, in 2011, Dalworthington Gardens is celebrating 75 years since its beginning. For more on the celebration details, visit the
DWG 75th Celebration website.
Today, Dalworthington Gardens has stayed true to its original country roots. Known throughout Tarrant county, the affluent town boasts some of the most luxurious real estate in Arlington and even the DFW Metroplex. Several subdivisions as well as individual estates and mansions have taken shape throughout the city. DWG, for short, has developed into a much desirable place to live and grow a family.
Happy Birthday to such a historical place.
Back in 1936...
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