1. Why Forney, Texas is a Great
Place to Build a New Home!
There is one city in North Texas that should be on your ‘Where-should-we-build?’ list,
and that city is Forney.

2. Award-winning School District
 Forney has 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools and 1
academic center.
 Since the year 2000, Forney has been ranked as one of the fastest-growing
school districts in the entire state of Texas.
 Forney’s Independent School District Board of Trustees passionately
dedicates its time and resources for every school-aged child in order that
each student receives the very best, possible education!

3. Business-Friendly Chamber of Commerce
 The Forney Chamber of Commerce is a uniquely-active and empathetic
partner with local businesses via its assistance towards, and encouragement
of, small business owners.
 the Forney EDC passionately attracts businesses, and the Forney Chamber of
Commerce positively promotes those businesses.
 Business owners interested in relocating to Forney, or those who might be
expanding a current business, can receive one-on-one evaluations via the
Forney EDC. Highly-relevant, business-related data such as demographics
are analyzed to ensure a particular business’ products or services will
prosper.

4. Easy Access to DFW Conveniences
 Positioned in north-central Texas, Forney is a mere 20 minutes away from
the Dallas Metroplex which offers an overabundance of shopping
opportunities.
 Forney is in close proximity to the DFW International Airport where only 36
miles separate Forney from the hustle and bustle of intercontinental travel.
 For those interested in sharpening their academic endeavors, DFW higher-
education and state-university systems are within minutes of Forney.

5. An Antique/Open-Market Lovers’ Paradise
 Forney was officially dubbed ‘The Antique Capital of Texas’ by the Texas
State Legislature, in 1987.
 In Forney, more than a dozen Texas antique dealers offer eclectic collections
of every imaginable period-piece one could hope for.
 The 2nd Saturday of each month is reserved for local residents who eagerly
display their works and wares in Downtown Forney in an open-market
setting. Handcrafted artisan goods, home-made food, children’s crafts and
live music add a nostalgic persona that simply cannot be resisted.

6. Cultural and Entertainment Venues
 In 2012, Forney Parks and Recreation completed a behemoth project—the
Mick Spellman Amphitheater which has become a renowned 5,000-seat
arena located in Forney Community Park.
 The Forney Arts Council is responsible for an impressive array of activities
for multiple age groups. A sampling of activities include Beginner Guitar
Classes, After-School Art Lessons, Yoga, Kidsbook Friends Reading Club,
Comic-Book Drawing classes for older children and so much more!