“Switzerland is a place where they've perfected the art of living.”
-Jacques Rousseau
Why Swiss?
Harwood International’s ties to Switzerland
run deep from the origins of the family-owned
business. The company’s Founder & Chairman,
Gabriel Barbier-Mueller, was born in Geneva
and serves as the Honorary Consul of
Switzerland for North Texas.
The Harwood District celebrates Swiss National Day every year and the eminence of Swiss-Texas culture every day.
Did you know? There are over a dozen of Swiss cows placed throughout the Harwood District in honor of Harwood’s Swiss roots.
In homage to the multi-generational family's Swiss heritage, the Harwood District crown jewel, Hôtel Swexan, stands for “Swiss hospitality meets Texan charm”. To extend the excitement of the Swiss celebration this year and Hôtel Swexan’s one-year anniversary, the hotel launched The Swexan Experience which features room accommodation, complimentary valet, & a full Swexan culinary journey for two. Click here to learn more about booking your Swexan Experience.
In addition, we hope you make your way through our District to find curated art pop-ups as well as land in one of our 20 restaurants, museum, gardens, and hotel along the way.
In honor of Swiss National Day, the Harwood District is celebrating the entire month of August. Explore Madison Mask's four art installations nestled within the 19-city block Harwood District.
Tag your adventures @harwooddistrict on Instagram.
Located at the Katy Trail entrance at Bleu Ciel
Trip to Switzerland
Open the door to submerse yourself in Switzerland and learn more about its history. With material used from Swiss history books, maps, and trivia to test your knowledge.
Located on La Rue Perdue
Starry Night in Geneva
Peer into the peek hole to see what a starry night in Geneva entails. Featuring a famous swiss citizen in the stars.
Located at the Marie Gabrielle Gardens
Adventures in the Harwood District
Time for an adventure! Spin the wheel to pick your next excursion in the Harwood District! Use this to choose your next date spot, lunch ideas, or a stroll through the District.
Located at the entrance of Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar.
Finish the Haiku
Use the magnets to finish the haiku written inside the door. Inspired by the Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Samurai Museum located above Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar, this art piece mixes in a piece of the Samurai culture in Harwood.
Madison Mask
Introducing the Artist
Local Dallas artist Madison Mask and Harwood District have collaborated on four special pop-up installations throughout the 19-city block neighborhood.
Madison specializes in creating unique and unexpected experiences, offering surprise and delight to those who happen to walk, dance, or bike by his artwork.
Check out more of Madison’s work below: