October 18 -21, 2018Queen Amanda Elaine Hiles

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Texas Rose Festival 2018Since 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, the Rose Show, the Queen’s Tea, theRose Parade – all amidst a backdrop of brilliantroses as vibrant and colorful as the communitythey represent.

We invite you to join us this year as the City of Rosescelebrates its 85th Annual Texas Rose FestivalOctober 18-21, 2018.

FESTIVAL OFFICIALS:President: Mr. William Bradly CurtisExecutive Vice President, Coronation:Mr. Britton Parker BrookshireVice President, Rose Show: Mr. Bruce Campbell FaulknerVice President, Men’s Luncheon: Mr. Thomas Jeffery BrownTreasurer: Mr. Ronald Mano SchoenbrunStrutters’ President: Mr. Alan Derrick WhartonAdministrative Assistant: Mrs. Andrea Wall WalkerExecutive Director: Mrs. Elizabeth Hill Ballard

ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES:Order of the Rose: Mr. Charles Clayton McCain, PresidentTexas Rose Research Foundation: Mr. Cary L. Nix

PHOTOS (opposite page)TOPThe Hiles Family (L-R): Grace,Preston, Mr. & Mrs. Todd MatthewHiles, Nicholas and Queen Amanda

MIDDLEAttendants to the Queen (L-R): Samuel Eugene Walters, GavinRyder Pierce, Caroline Grace Key,Emma Jane Feldman, CeciliaFrances McCain, Sloane WinifredTefteller, Frank Anderson Abell,Queen Amanda and PresidentBrad Curtis

BOTTOMThe Ferguson Family: (L-R): Ellen,Dr. & Mrs. John W. Ferguson, Jr.,Emma, Duchess of the Texas RoseFestival Annie

Ann Caswell FergusonDuchess of the Texas Rose Festival

Photography by James French Photography

Photography by James French Photography

LOCATION:420 Rose Park DriveTyler, Texas 75702

DATES AND HOURS:Thursday, October 18 - Saturday, October 2010:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, October 21Noon- 4:00 p.m.

The Rose Show is an exquisite display of over 7,000rose blooms paired with the theme “Rock the Rose”that is sure to be the most amazing Rose Show yet!

This event is free to the public and open for viewingduring the Texas Rose Festival.

The Rose Show

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 pride ofTyler and Smith County and the Rose Growers Industry.

LOCATION:420 Rose Park DriveTyler, Texas 75702

HOURS:Monday 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

Saturday, October 132:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.5th Annual Roses in the ParkFamily Entertainment atBergfeld Park Ampitheater1510 S. College Ave.Sponsored by Citizens National BankFull day of musical entertainmentFree admission Concessions Available

Thursday, October 1810:00 a.m.85th Texas Rose FestivalRibbon Cutting and MorningPrayer ServiceRose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admission, open to the public

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Texas Rose Festival Rose ShowDisplayRose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admissiontexasrosefestival.com

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.66th Palette of Roses Art ShowFine art & sculptureRose Garden Center, Camellia Rm.903-566-4420Free admissionpaletteofroses.org

Friday, October 199:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Texas Rose Festival Rose ShowDisplayRose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admissiontexasrosefestival.com

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.66th Palette of Roses Art ShowFine art & sculptureRose Garden Center, Camellia Rm.903-566-4420Free admissionpaletteofroses.org

11:00 a.m.“How to Select the Best Rosefor Your Garden”Mark Chamblee of ChambleeRoses will talk about new andinteresting varieties that havebeen introduced recently.Free admissionRose Garden Center420 Rose Park Dr.800-256-7673mark@chambleeroses.com

11:15 a.m.Texas Rose FestivalMen’s LuncheonGuest SpeakerDr. Kenneth Cooper,Cooper Institute andMr. Orville RogersThe Cascades4511 Briarwood RoadTickets required: $50 and up.texasrosefestival.comTickets go on sale September 1

11:30 a.m.Texas Rose FestivalLadies’ LuncheonGuest Speaker Chef DarrenMcGrady - Royal Chef to QueenElizabeth II & Princess Dianafor 15 yearsCrossWalk Conference CenterGreen Acres Baptist ChurchTickets required - $50 and uptexasrosefestival.comTickets go on sale September 1

2:00 p.m.Texas Rose FestivalMatinee CoronationR. Don Cowan Fine &Performing Arts Center903-566-74243900 University Blvd.Tickets required - $10-$35texasrosefestival.com Tickets go on sale September 1

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10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.“Tyler’s Old Rose” Open Houseat the 1859 Goodman-LeGrandHouse & Museum624 N. Broadway903-531-1286Free admissiongoodmanmuseum.com

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Texas Rose FestivalQueen’s TeaTyler Municipal Rose Garden903-597-3130Free admissiontexasrosefestival.com

Sunday, October 2111:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Rose Festival Arts & CraftsFair & Plant SaleBergfeld Park1510 S. College903-531-1214Free admissionKid Zone & Concessions for a feetylerparksandrec.com

Noon - 4:00 p.m.Texas Rose FestivalRose Show DisplayRose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admission

7:00 p.m.Texas Rose Festival EveningCoronationR. Don Cowan Fine &Performing Arts Center903-566-74243900 University Blvd.Tickets required - $15- $70texasrosefestival.com Tickets go on sale September 1

Saturday, October 209:00 a.m.Texas Rose FestivalPre-Parade ActivitiesCHRISTUS Trinity Mother FrancesRose Stadium903-597-3130

9:00 a.m.Texas Rose Festival ParadeSponsored by KETK - NBC56West from Glenwood Blvd. & Front St.903-597-3130Parade Route: Free, East SideReserved SeatingTickets: $7- $10texasrosefestival.comTickets go on sale September 1

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Texas Rose FestivalRose Show DisplayRose Garden Center903-597-3130Free admissiontexasrosefestival.com

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.66th Palette of Roses Art ShowRose Garden Center, Camellia Rm.903-571-5668Free admissionpaletteofroses.org

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Rose Festival Arts & Crafts FairBergfeld Park, 1510 S. College903-531-1214Free admissionKid Zone & Concessions for a feetylerparksandrec.com

The following event tickets will be available forpurchase through the Cowan Center Box Office,beginning September 1, 2018:

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 201811:15 a.m. – Men’s Luncheon11:30 a.m. – Ladies’ Luncheon2:00 p.m. – Matinee Coronation7:00 p.m. -– Evening Coronation

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20, 20189:00 a.m. – Pre-Parade Activities inCHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium9:00 a.m. – Parade Begins, sponsored by KETK- NBC56

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:texasrosefestival.com(Beginning September 1, 2018)

Ticket Information

AccommodationsFor information regarding accommodations and otheractivities in Tyler, contact the Tyler Convention andVisitors Bureau: 903-592-6978, ext. 224 or1-800-235-5712, ext. 224315 North Broadway • Tyler, Texas 75702www.visittyler.com • E-mail: stravis@tylertexas.com

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.

LOCATION:Tyler Municipal Rose Garden, Queen’s Court420 Rose Park DriveTyler, Texas 75702

DATES AND HOURS:Saturday, October 20, 20181:00 - 3:00 p.m.

The Queen’s Tea

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 HOURS:Friday, October 20, 20182:00 p.m. – Matinee Coronation7:00 p.m. – Evening Coronation

TICKET INFORMATION:Available for purchase on September 1, 2018Web: texasrosefestival.comPhone: 903-566-7424In Person: University of Texas at TylerCowan Center Box Office3900 University Blvd., Tyler, Texas 75799

The Coronation

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-NBC56.

DATES AND HOURS:Saturday, October 20, 20189:00 a.m. – Pre-Parade Activities inCHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium9:00 a.m. – Parade Begins

STADIUM SEATING TICKETS:Reserved Section Seating $7- $10Parade Route – No Seats Free

TICKET INFORMATION:Available for purchase inadvance on September 1, 2018Web: 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