Post on 15-Mar-2018
OCTOBER 19-22, 2017TYLER, TEXAS
www.texasrosefestival.com
Queen Emily Kaye Evans
84th Texas Rose Festival
TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL 2017
The Evans Family: Queen Emily Kaye Evans, Mr. & Mrs. William Lenville Evans, Jr. and Lauren
The Bertram Family: Mr. & Mrs. Harold Kenneth Bertram and Duchess of the Texas Rose Festival Caroline McGinley Bertram
2017 TRF Executive Board: (L to R)Mr. Tom Brown, Mr. Bruce Faulkner, President Raymond W. Cozby III, Mr. Brad Curtis and Mr. Britt Brookshire
Since its beginning in 1933, the Texas Rose Festival has represented the spirit that brings Tyler together as a community.Rich in heritage and tradition, the Festival offers enchanting ceremonial events - the Queen’s Coronation, the Rose Show, the Queen’s Tea, the Rose Parade - all amidst a backdrop of brilliant roses as vibrant and colorful as the community they represent.We invite you to join us this year as the City of Roses celebrates its 84th annual Texas Rose Festival October 19-22, 2017.
FESTIVAL OFFICIALS:President: Mr. Raymond W. Cozby IIIExecutive Vice President, Coronation: Mr. William Bradly CurtisVice President, Rose Show: Mr. Britton P. BrookshireVice President, Men’s Luncheon: Mr. Bruce FaulknerTreasurer: Mr. Tom Brown Strutters’ President: Mr. Julian Richard RayzorAdministrative Assistant: Mrs. Ginger HaberleExecutive Director: Mrs. Elizabeth Hill Ballard
ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES:Order of the Rose: Mr. Sam Greenberg, PresidentTexas Rose Research Foundation: Mr. Cary L. Nix
LOCATION:420 Rose Park DriveTyler, Texas 75702
HOURS:Monday through Friday: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on Sunday and Mondays November through Mid-March)
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Sunday: 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.During the Texas Rose Festival, museum will remain open until 5 p.m.
developed to preserve and display the history of Tyler’s Rose Growing Industry and the Texas Rose Festival.
in the museum featuring fabulous costumes and items
Festival is to this day a volunteer based organization that promotes pride of Tyler and Smith County and the Rose Growers Industry.
TYLER ROSE MUSEUMTHE ROSE SHOWLOCATION:420 Rose Park DriveTyler, Texas 75702
DATES AND HOURS:10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Noon - 4 p.m.Sunday, Oct. 22
display of over 7,000 rose blooms paired with the theme “Celestial Wonders” that is sure to be the most amazing Rose Show yet!
and open for viewing during the Texas Rose Festival.
OCTOBER 19-22, 201784TH ANNUAL TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL
Saturday, October 147 p.m. 3RD ANNUAL ROSES IN THE PARK CONCERT Concert by Texas Country Artist – Cory MorrowBerfgeld Park 1510 S. College Avenue Free Admission for Entertainment– Concessions AvailableSponsored by Citizens National Bank
Thursday, October 19: 10 a.m.84TH TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL RIBBON CUTTING AND MORNING PRAYER SERVICERose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admission, open to the public
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL ROSE SHOW Rose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admissiontexasrosefestival.com
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 65TH PALETTE OF ROSES ART SHOW Rose Garden Center903-571-5668Free admissionpaletteofroses.org
1:30 p.m. “ALL ABOUT ROSES”, WALK AND TALK IN THE ROSE GARDEN Tips on varieties, planting, pruning and general care of roses.Rose Garden Center903-531-1212Free admission
Friday, October 20 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL ROSE SHOW Rose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admissiontexasrosefestival.com
9:30 a.m. “ALL ABOUT ROSES”, WALK AND TALK IN THE ROSE GARDEN Tips on varieties, planting, pruning and general care of roses.Rose Garden Center903-531-1212Free admission
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 65TH PALETTE OF ROSES ART SHOW Rose Garden Center903-571-5668Free admissionpaletteofroses.org
11 a.m. “HOW TO SELECT THE BEST ROSE FOR YOUR GARDEN” Mark Chamblee of Chamblee Roses will talk about new and interesting varieties that have been introduced recently. FREE Admission. Rose Garden Center800-256-7673 mark@chambleeroses.com
11:15 a.m. TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL MEN'S LUNCHEONGuest Speaker TBD by June,The Cascades4511 Briarwood Road Tickets required: $50 and up. texasrosefestival.com
11:30 a.m. TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL LADIES' LUNCHEONGuest Speaker TBD by June,CrossWalk Conference Center Green Acres Baptist ChurchTickets required - $50 and up texasrosefestival.com
2 p.m. “ALL ABOUT ROSES”, WALK AND TALK IN THE ROSE GARDENTips on varieties, planting, pruning and general care of roses.Rose Garden Center903-531-1212Free admission
2 p.m. TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL MATINEE CORONATIONR. Don Cowan Fine & Performing Arts Center3900 University Blvd.903-566-7424Tickets required - $10-$35, texasrosefestival.com
7 p.m. TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL EVENING CORONATIONR. Don Cowan Fine & Performing Arts Center3900 University Blvd.903-566-7424Tickets required - $15-$70, texasrosefestival.com
Saturday, October 21: 9 a.m. TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL PRE-PARADE ACTIVITIESChristus Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium903-597-3130
9 a.m. TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL PARADE West from Glenwood Blvd. and Front St. • 903-597-3130Parade Route: Free East Side Reserved Seating: $7 - $10Sponsored by CBS19
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL ROSE SHOWRose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admissiontexasrosefestival.com
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 65TH PALETTE OF ROSES ART SHOW Rose Garden Center903-571-5668Free admissionpaletteofroses.org
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ROSE FESTIVAL ARTS & CRAFTS FAIRBergfeld Park1510 S. College903-531-1214Free admissiontylerparksandrec.com
10 a.m. - 4 p.m."TYLER'S OLD ROSE" OPEN HOUSE AT THE 1859 GOODMAN-LEGRAND HOUSE & MUSEUM624 N. Broadway903-531-1286Free admissiongoodmanmuseum.com
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL QUEEN'S TEATyler Municipal Rose Garden903-597-3130Free admissiontexasrosefestival.com
Sunday, October 22:11 a.m. - 5 p.m. ROSE FESTIVAL ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR & PLANT SALE Bergfeld Park1510 S. College903-531-1214Free admissiontylerparksandrec.com
Noon – 4 p.m. TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL ROSE SHOWRose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admission
Brochure sponsored by
East Texas Medical Center Regional Healthcare System
THE QUEEN’S TEAThe Tea is an opportunity to meet the Rose Queen and her Court in their full coronation costumes. It is traditionally hosted by the Queen’s family and the Texas Rose Festival. The public is invited to attend free of charge. It is an opportunity to showcase the 14 acre Tyler Rose Garden all in bloom.
LOCATION:Tyler Municipal Rose Garden, Queen’s Court420 Rose Park DriveTyler, Texas 75702
DATES AND HOURS:Saturday, October 21, 2017 • 1-3 pm
TICKET INFORMATION
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The following event tickets will be available for purchase through the Cowan Center Box Office,
beginning September 1, 2017:
Friday, October 20, 2017 11:15 a.m. - Men’s Luncheon 11:30 a.m. - Ladies’ Luncheon 2 p.m. - Matinee Coronation 7 p.m. - Evening Coronation
Saturday, October 21, 2017 9 a.m. - Pre-Parade Activities in Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium 9 a.m. - Parade Begins, sponsored by CBS19
Ticket Purchase Location:University of Texas at TylerCowan Center Box Office3900 University Blvd. • Tyler, Texas 75799Hours: Monday through Friday • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Phone: 903-566-7424Fax: 903-566-7134
On-line orders:www.texasrosefestival.com beginning September 1, 2017
THE PARADEThe parade is one of the community’s favorite events! It hosts more than 120 parade entries with custom parade floats for the Queen and her court, color guards, bands, car clubs, dance teams, Shriners and dignitaries. The parade is proudly televised and sponsored by CBS19.
DATE AND HOURS:Saturday, October 21, 20179 a.m. - Pre-Parade Activities in Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium9 a.m. - Parade BeginsSTADIUM SEATING TICKETS:Reserved Seating $7 - $10Parade Route - No Seats FreeTICKET INFORMATION:Available for purchase in advance on September 1, 2017Web: www.texasrosefestival.comPhone: 903-566-7424In person: University of Texas at Tyler Cowan Center Box Office 3900 University Blvd. • Tyler, Texas 75799 OR at the event at: ChristusTrinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium 400 Fair Park Drive • Tyler, Texas 75702
THE CORONATIONThe Coronation is an impressive theatrical experience that always inspires visitors of all ages. Each year boasts a unique theme with gorgeous gowns, incredible staging and an intriguing story that makes this a must-see event every year.
DATES AND HOURS:Friday, October 20, 20172 p.m. - Matinee Coronation7 p.m. - Evening Coronation
TICKET INFORMATION:Available for purchase on September 1, 2017Web: www.texasrosefestival.comPhone: 903-566-7424In person: University of Texas at Tyler Cowan Center Box Office 3900 University Blvd. Tyler, Texas 75799
TYLER AREA MAP
ACCOMMODATIONS:For information regarding accommodations and
other activities in Tyler, contact the Tyler Convention and Visitors Bureau:
903-592-6978, ext. 224 or1-800-235-5712, ext. 224
315 North Broadway • Tyler, Texas 75702www.visittyler.com
E-mail: stravis@tylertexas.com
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