87th AnnualTEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL

OCTOBER 14 -17, 2021

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The Walker FamilyMr. & Mrs. John Fletcher Walker III, John, Cullen

and Princess of the Texas Rose Festival Elizabeth Reid Walker

The Milton FamilyDuchess of the Rose Growers – Miss Emily Ann Milton,

Mrs. Lori Brooks Carver, Alice Milton and Dr. Mark Allen Milton

Texas Rose Festival 2021Since its beginning in 1933, the Texas Rose Festivalhas represented the spirit that brings Tyler togetheras a community.

Rich in heritage and tradition, the Festival offersenchanting ceremonial events – the Queen’sCoronation, Ribbon Cutting and Rose Presentation,the Queen’s Tea, and the Rose Parade – all amidsta backdrop of brilliant roses as vibrant and colorfulas the community they represent.

We invite you to join us this year as the City of Rosescelebrates its 87th Annual Texas Rose FestivalOctober 14-17, 2021.

Festival OfficialsPresident: Mr. Bruce C. FaulknerExecutive Vice President, Coronation: Mr. Tom J. BrownVice President, Rose Show: Mr. Ron M. SchoenbrunVice President, Men’s Luncheon: Mr. William L. EvansVice President, Treasurer: Mr. Michael C. YoungStrutters’ President: Mr. Bret A. BerryAdministrative Assistant: Mrs. Betsy Bowen JenkinsExecutive Director: Mrs. Elizabeth Hill Ballard

Associated ActivitiesOrder of the Rose: Mr. James T. McCain III, President

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Elizabeth Reid WalkerPrincess of the Texas Rose Festival

Emily Ann MiltonDuchess of the Rose Growers

The Hallmark FamilyQueen Anna Grace Hallmark, Mr. & Mrs. Cameron Blake Hallmark,

Patrick Hallmark and Cameron Hallmark

Ribbon Cutting andRose Presentation

Photography by James French Photography

The Tyler Rose Museum was developed to preserve anddisplay the history of Tyler’s Rose Growing Industry andthe Texas Rose Festival. The Texas Rose Festival historyand memorabilia is housed in the museum featuringfabulous costumes and items acquired since the firstfestival in 1933. The Texas Rose Festival is to this daya volunteer based organization that promotes prideof Tyler and Smith County and the history of theRose Growers Industry.

Location420 Rose Park DriveTyler, Texas 75702

HoursMonday through Friday:9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.(Closed on Sunday and MondaysNovember through Mid-March)

Saturday:10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Sunday:1:30 - 4:30 p.m.During the Texas Rose Festival,museum will remain open until 5:00 p.m.

Tyler Rose Museum

Photography by James French Photography

Location420 Rose Park DriveTyler, Texas 75702

D ates and HoursThursday, October 14 - Saturday, October 1610:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, October 17Noon- 4:00 p.m.

The Rose Presentation is an exquisite displayof over 7,000 rose blooms paired with the theme“Secrets of the Garden” that is sure to be themost amazing Rose Show yet! This event is freeto the public and open for viewing during theTexas Rose Festival.

Saturday, October 97th Annual Roses in the ParkConcert & Family Entertainmentat Bergfeld Park Ampitheater,1510 S. CollegeSponsored by VeraBankConcessions Available

Thursday, October 1410:00 am87th Texas Rose FestivalRibbon Cutting and MorningPrayer ServiceRose Garden Center903-597-3130 ext. 11Free admission, open to the public

9:00 am - 5:00 pmTexas Rose FestivalRose DisplayRose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admissionwww.texasrosefestival.com

9:00 am - 5:00 pm68th Palette of RosesArt Show & SaleArt Show and sale of palette of rosesart work done in different media.Rose Garden Center281-770-2083Free admissionpaletteofroses.org

1:30 pmWalk & Talk in theRose GardenSmith County Master Gardenerrepresentatives will offer guidedtours through the Tyler MunicipalRose Garden and Tyler BotanicalGarden. They will give historical factsabout the Garden and will talk aboutthe plants that are solely cared forby the Master Gardeners.Tyler Municipal Rose Garden420 Rose Park Drive, 903-531-1212,www.cityoftyler.org/government/departments/parks-rec/facilities/rose-garden-center/tyler-rose-garden

Friday, October 159:00 am - 5:00 pmTexas Rose Festival Rose DisplayRose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admissionwww.texasrosefestival.com

9:00 am - 5:00 pm68th Palette of RosesArt Show & SaleArt Show and sale of palette of roses artwork done in different media.Rose Garden Center281-770-2083Free admissionpaletteofroses.org

9:30 am & 2:00 pmWalk & Talk in the Rose GardenSmith County Master Gardenerrepresentatives will offer guided toursthrough the Tyler Municipal Rose Gardenand Tyler Botanical Garden. They willgive historical facts about the Gardenand will talk about the plants that aresolely cared for by the Master Gardeners.Tyler Municipal Rose Garden420 Rose Park Drive903-531-1212www.cityoftyler.org/government/departments/parks-rec/facilities/rose-garden-center/tyler-rose-garden

11:00 amTexas Rose FestivalLadies’ LuncheonGuest Speaker – Bettie Bearden Pardee,author, lecturer and garden connoisseur.Rogers Nursing Health Sciences Center,Corner of 5th Street and FleishelTickets required - $50 and upwww.texasrosefestival.comTickets go on sale September 1.

11:15 amTexas Rose FestivalMen’s LuncheonGuest Speaker – To be determinedThe Cascades, 4511 Briarwood RoadTickets required: $50 and up.www.texasrosefestival.comTickets go on sale September 1.

O C T O B E R 14 - 1 7, 2021 • 8 7T H A N N U A L T E X A S R O S E F E S T I VAL2:00 pmTexas Rose Festival MatineeCoronationR. Don Cowan Fine & PerformingArts Center903-566-7424 • 3900 University Blvd.Tickets required - $15 -$35,www.texasrosefestival.com Tickets go on sale September 1.

7:00 pmTexas Rose Festival EveningCoronationR. Don Cowan Fine & PerformingArts Center903-566-7424, 3900 University Blvd.Tickets required - $20 -$75www.texasrosefestival.com Tickets go on sale September 1.

Saturday, October 169:00 amTexas Rose FestivalPre-Parade ActivitiesCHRISTUS Trinity Mother FrancesRose Stadium903-597-3130

9:00 amTexas Rose Festival ParadeSponsored by KETK -TVWest from Glenwood Blvd.and Front Street • 903-597-3130Parade Route: Free, East SideReserved Seating Tickets: $7 - $10www.texasrosefestival.comTickets go on sale September 1.

9:00 am - 5:00 pmTexas Rose Festival Rose DisplayRose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admissionwww.texasrosefestival.com

9:00 am - 4:00 pm68th Palette of RosesArt Show & SaleArt Show and sale of palette of rosesart work done in different media.Rose Garden Center281-770-2083Free admissionpaletteofroses.org

9:00 am - 5:00 pmRose Festival Arts & Crafts Fair& FREE Movie at 7:30 pmMore than 75 vendors will providehandmade items such as creative art,jewelry, photography, mixed media,food, wood & more.903-531-1214 • Free admissionKids zone & concessions for a fee.Free movie in the amphitheater.at 7:30 pm.Bergfeld Park, 1510 S. Collegewww.TylerParksAndRec.com

10:00 am - 4:00 pmOld Rose Open House1859 Goodman-LeGrandMuseum & ParkTour this iconic Historic Home &Museum and take a stroll on thebeautiful grounds. Rose “Belles”will be on hand to greet guestsand pose for photographs.624 N Broadway Ave.903-531-1286www.goodmanmuseum.com

1:00 pm - 3:00 pmTexas Rose FestivalQueen’s TeaTyler Municipal Rose Garden903-597-3130Free admissionwww.texasrosefestival.com

Sunday, October 1711:00 am - 5:00 pmRose Festival Arts & Crafts FairMore than 75 vendors will providehandmade items such as creative art,jewelry, photography, mixed media,food, wood & more.Free admission • 903-531-1214Bergfeld Park, 1510 S. CollegeKid Zone & Concessions for a fee.www.tylerparksandrec.com

Noon - 4:00 pmTexas Rose Festival Rose DisplayRose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admissionwww.texasrosefestival.com

Explore Tyler’s Rose Gardens onthese Guided and Self-Guided Tours!

VISIT TYLER VISITORS CENTEROpen Monday -Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pmSaturday from 10:00 am-3:00 pm.

Visit our brand new Visitor Center located right on the squarein Downtown Tyler, the heart of the city. While there, browseour selection of local gifts and grab a tasty treat from one ofour neighbors.

110 N College Ave, Suite 105903.593.6905

WALK & TALK IN THE ROSE GARDENThursday, October 14 • 1:30 pmFriday, October 15 • 9:30 am and 2:00 pm

Smith County Master Gardener representatives will offer guidedtours through the Tyler Municipal Rose Garden and Tyler BotanicalGarden. They will give historical facts about the Garden andwill talk about the plants that are solely cared for by theMaster Gardeners.Tyler Municipal Rose Garden, 420 Rose Park Dr, 903-531-1212,www.cityoftyler.org/government/departments/parks-rec/facilities/rose-garden-center/tyler-rose-garden

HIT THE BRICKS: SECOND SATURDAY Saturday, October 9 • All Day

Every second Saturday, Hit the Bricks! Downtown Tyler will bebursting with entertainment, music, food, craft beer, history, tours,art, and more. Each event will offer something new and different,but rain or shine, cold or hot, Downtown Tyler will be the place tobe on the second Saturday of every month!

Downtown Tyler’s Square903-593-6905www.facebook.com/HitTheBricks

ROSELAND PLANTATION AFTERNOON TEAAND HISTORIC TOURMonday, October 11 • 2:00 pmWednesday, October 13 • 2:00 pmFriday, October 15 • 2:00 pm

Four-course afternoon tea and historic plantation tour.Tea and Tour, $35 per person (all inclusive); tour only.$10 per person; (reservation required for both).2591 State Hwy 64 W (6 miles west of Tyler PoundsRegional Airport), 903.849.0205www.RoselandPlantation.com

VISIT TYLER

Other Rose-Related Events and Venues

The Tea is an opportunity to meet the Rose Queenand her Court in their full coronation costumes. It istraditionally hosted by the Queen’s family and theTexas Rose Festival. The public is invited to attendfree of charge. It is an opportunity to showcase the14-acre Tyler Rose Garden all in bloom.

LocationTyler Municipal Rose Garden, Queen’s Court420 Rose Park DriveTyler, Texas 75702

Dates and HoursSaturday, October 16, 20211:00 - 3:00 p.m.

The Queen ’s Tea

Photography by James French Photography

Ticket Information

AccommodationsFor information regarding accommodationsand other activities in Tyler, contact Visit Tyler:903-593-6905110 N. College Ave., Suite 105Tyler, Texas 75702VisitTyler.com/RoseSeason

The following event tickets will be available forpurchase through the Cowan Center Box Office,beginning September 1, 2021:

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15, 202111:00 a.m. – Ladies’ Luncheon11:15 a.m. – Men’s Luncheon2:00 p.m. – Matinee Coronation7:00 p.m. -– Evening Coronation

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16, 20219:00 a.m. – Pre-Parade Activities inCHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium9:00 a.m. – Parade begins, sponsored by KETK-TV.

Ticket Purchase Location:University of Texas at TylerCowan Center Box Office3900 University Blvd. • Tyler, Texas 75799Hours:Monday through Friday9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Phone: 903-566-7424Fax: 903-566-7134Online orders:www.texasrosefestival.com(Beginning September 1, 2021)

The ParadeThe parade is one of the community’s favorite events!It hosts more than 120 parade entries with customparade floats for the Queen and her court, colorguards, bands, car clubs, dance teams, Shrinersand dignitaries. The parade is proudly televisedand sponsored by KETK-TV.

Dates and HoursSaturday, October 16, 20219:00 a.m. – Pre-Parade Activities toCHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium9:00 a.m. – Parade Begins

Stadium Seating TicketsReserved Section Seating $7- $10Parade Route – No Seats Free

Ticket InformationAvailable for purchase inadvance on September 1, 2021Web: texasrosefestival.comPhone: 903-566-7424In Person: University of Texasat Tyler, Cowan Center Box Office3900 University Blvd.,Tyler, Texas 75799OR at the Event:CHRISTUS Trinity MotherFrances Rose Stadium400 Fair Park Drive,Tyler, Texas 75702

Photography by James French Photography

The Coronation is an impressive theatrical experiencethat always inspires visitors of all ages. Each yearboasts a unique theme with gorgeous gowns,incredible staging and an intriguing story thatmakes this a must-see event every year.

Dates and HoursFriday, October 15, 20212:00 p.m. – Matinee Coronation7:00 p.m. – Evening Coronation

Ticket InformationAvailable for purchase on September 1, 2021Web: www.texasrosefestival.comPhone: 903-566-7424In Person: University of Texas at TylerCowan Center Box Office3900 University Blvd., Tyler, Texas 75799

The Coronation

Photography by James French Photography

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