The Goodman-LeGrand Museum, located at 624 N. Broadway, is hosting a special exhibit of World War I memorabilia and souvenirs from Company C, 133rd Machine Gun Battalion, “The Tyler Company” from Feb. 7 to March 7.

The collection is owned by Chance Spencer, an independent historian and documentarian dedicated to preserving the legacy of World War I service members. His exhibit illuminates the experiences of Company C, 133rd Machine Gun Battalion, “The Tyler Company”, through rare letters, photographs and artifacts entrusted to history. Spencer has spent years uncovering and restoring these firsthand accounts, ensuring that the courage, sacrifice and community spirit of these men are remembered in vivid detail.

“This special exhibit highlighting Tyler’s own men who served in WWI will be a treasure to remember, and this collection is something to see for those who are military history buffs," said Debbie Isham, Goodman-LeGrand Museum Supervisor.

The exhibit will include artifacts from Captain Karl K. White, Private 1Cl Willie M. Barton/Company C Archive, a framed photo of Co. A, 3rd Texas Volunteer Guard “Horace Chilton Volunteers” at the turn of the century (1900-1902). Members in the photo include three future officers of Co. C, one being K.K. White and Capt. John Bonner (a prominent Tyler citizen) and a photo of Company C Reunion outside of the Goodman-LeGrand House and Museum from November 11, 1948.

Hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission is free, but a donation of $3 per person is suggested to support the museum's day-to-day operations. For groups of 10 or more, the required fee is $3 per person. All donations are greatly appreciated.

For more information, please contact Debbie Isham, Special Events and Goodman Museum Supervisor, at (903) 531-1286.

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