The Dallas Art Dealers Association is a non-profit organization founded in 1985. DADA is an affiliation of established, independent gallery owners and not-for-profit art organizations in the metroplex. Each year DADA has two Gallery Walks open and free to the public. In addition to strolling the art spaces, Gallery Walk goers may attend educational events as well. DADA also gives the annual The Edith Baker Art Scholarship.

Like the Art Dealers Association of America, membership in DADA is by invitation of the board of directors. In order to qualify for membership, a dealer or non-profit space must have an established reputation for honesty, integrity and professionalism among their peers, and must make a substantial contribution to the cultural life of the community by offering works of high aesthetic quality and presenting worthwhile exhibitions. DADA is dedicated to promoting the highest standards of ethical practice within the profession and to increase public awareness of the role and responsibilities of reputable art dealers and non-profit visual art spaces.