The year was 1932...

• America was in the midst of the Great Depression.
• Work began on the Golden Gate Bridge.
• Amelia Earhart was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic.
• Franklin D. Roosevelt won the Presidential Election by a landslide.
• The Tyler Woman's Building celebrated its grand opening.

Upon its completion in 1932, The Dallas Morning News described The Tyler Woman's Building as one equaled "to the best of its kind in the Southwest." In 1932, our facility was designed to include a lounge, a library, a banquet hall, rest rooms, a smoking den for the men, a powder room for the ladies, space to accomodate 13 club meetings simultaneously, and apartments for the resident hostesses.

Spacious Auditorium

The Tyler Woman's Building was able to satisfy Tyler's long-felt need for a municipal auditorium because it would be able to seat 300 people. Among the many speakers and entertainers who have graced our auditorium stage is the legendary Guy Lombardo. Naturally, people were in the mood for dancing that night, so the first few rows of seats had to be removed to make room!

Bennet Cerf, Tallulah Bankhead and Jeanne Dixon have emoted from our stage. Governors and Presidents have passed our threshold. The Tyler Woman's Building was home to "Town Hall Series" concerts and for many years served as administrative offices for the East Texas Symphony.

Wartime Refuge

During the 1940s, when World War II was raging, women met here regularly to roll bandages for American soldiers. When servicemen were able to be home on leave, they were allowed to stay in the converted apartments on the third floor.

Texas Historical Landmark

In 1990, The Tyler Woman's Building was designated as a Texas Historic Landmark. Come visit The Tyler Woman's Building and experience a piece of Texas history, in the heart of Tyler's Azalea District.

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Our Facilities Built in the federal style of architecture, The Tyler Woman's Building features multi-light windows, Doric columns and an elliptical archway of cast stone over the main entry. Facilities available for rental include a dining room and parlor which, combined, can seat up to 200 persons for full course meals; a 300-seat auditorium with stage; the lovely Woldert Room and a board room, suitable for small business conferences on the main floor. Meeting room rates start at $150. Contact us for rates and availability. An azalea-filled courtyard is often the scene of weddings and garden parties.

Let The Tyler Woman's building host your next special event. Click here for our wedding packages, or contact us to schedule your event with us. Available food services range from light refreshments and hors d'oeuvres to full course banquets, custom designed to your needs and desires. Off-premise catering is also available through our courteous, award-winning staff.

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What lovlier setting for your special day than The Tyler Woman's Building, rich in history and reminiscent of past days of gracious entertaining.

Whether you choose an intimate setting in our Garden among the lush greenery and colorful blooms, or a ceremony in our Auditorium [view], our experienced staff is available to assist in making your wedding and reception the most memorable day of your life. Our Reception Package includes silver and crystal trays, punch bowls, plates and cups, a selection of in-stock linens, complimentary coffee, punch, nuts and mints.

Additionally, we will provide and set up our tables and chairs at no extra cost. If you prefer to rent chairs, archways or additional items, however, we will be happy to assist in coordinating delivery as well as delivery of floral arrangements and cakes.

Should you choose to hold your wedding as well as your reception at The Tyler Woman's Building, we offer a third floor private dressing suite for the bride and her attendants as well as full access to the second floor Woldert Room for the groom and his attendants. We will set aside a one-hour rehearsal time to be coordinated by our Manager.

Gourmet Cooking

The Tyler Woman's Building includes all catered food, except for cakes. You may choose from a selection of delicious hors d'oeuvres, or we can custom design a menu especially for you. Contact us for your custom wedding package!

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