Tyler in Smith County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Woman's Building
Photographed By Randal B. Gilbert, December 13, 2015
1. Woman's Building Marker
The Woman's Building Association, a branch of the Tyler Woman's Forum, was chartered in 1928 to direct the construction of this facility. When completed in 1932, it provided meeting rooms, an auditorium, and a library for the Woman's Forum and other civic organizations in Tyler. Reflective of the Federal style of architecture, the building features multilight windows, two-story Doric columns, and an elliptical arch of cast stone over the main entry.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1990
Erected 1990 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 7768.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Education • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Women.
Location. 32° 20.319′ N, 95° 18.05′ W. Marker is in Tyler, Texas, in Smith County. Marker is at the intersection of South Broadway Avenue and West Dobbs Street, on the right when traveling south on South Broadway Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 911 S Broadway Ave, Tyler TX 75701, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Connally Home (approx. ¼ mile away); Gary Elementary School (approx. 0.3 miles away); Chilton-Lipstate-Taylor House
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Also see . . . Virtual Landmark Tour of Tyler. The Woman's Building is also recognized as a City of Tyler Local Landmark. Structures must be at least 50 years old and exemplify historic value through cultural, economic, or social criteria. The program began in 1983 and currently lists over 138 local designated landmarks. (Submitted on April 21, 2024.)
Photographed By Randal B. Gilbert, December 13, 2015
2. Woman's Building
Photographed By Jason Sullivan, April 13, 2024
3. Woman's Building - Local Landmark recognition
The building also has an Official Medallion from the Tyler Historic Landmark Commission, an organization for historic preservation and to recognize local landmarks.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 21, 2024. It was originally submitted on December 13, 2015, by Randal B. Gilbert of Tyler, Texas. This page has been viewed 839 times since then and 106 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 13, 2015, by Randal B. Gilbert of Tyler, Texas. 3. submitted on April 20, 2024, by Jason Sullivan of Arlington, Texas. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
