Bronze Rose design marks next step for Tyler Rose Garden project Published on September 14, 2026 Community members got their first look Monday, Sept. 14, at the design for the Bronze Rose sculpture planned for the Tyler Rose Garden. The project is being funded through contributions from Tyler-area families, foundations, businesses, organizations, and individuals. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Arts & Culture, Council District 2
Two nights, one big screen at the 2026 Tyler Film Festival Published on September 11, 2026 For two nights this September, Liberty Hall will become a showcase for emerging voices, unexpected stories and independent filmmaking as the 2026 Tyler Film Festival, presented by Dobbs & Porter, takes over the big screen Friday, Sept. 18, and Saturday, Sept. 19. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
Community invited to view Bronze Rose sculpture design on Sept. 14 Published on September 10, 2026 The design for the Bronze Rose sculpture will be presented to the public on Monday, Sept. 14, at 11 a.m. in front of the Tyler Rose Garden Center, 420 Rose Park Dr. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
Tyler Art Festival returns with Art Alley Grand Opening Published on September 03, 2026 On Sept. 19, the City of Tyler Downtown Department and Tyler Art Lift will host the 5th Annual Tyler Art Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Caldwell Arts Academy Field, along with the official grand opening of Art Alley. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
$150,000 grant to enhance Rose Rudman Trail, Parks and Rec activities Published on August 26, 2026 Tyler Parks and Recreation was awarded $150,000 in grant funding to create more opportunities for residents to learn, stay active, and enjoy City parks in new ways. On Wednesday, August 26, the City Council accepted the grant funds that were administered by the Health Foundation of East Texas through the Building Belonging Challenge Grant Program. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
New local artwork coming to Hillside Art Wall Published on August 24, 2026 Keep Tyler Beautiful (KTyB) is giving the Hillside Art Wall at Hillside Park a fresh canvas for a new collection of local artwork. Beginning this month, the existing artwork will be covered, and 19 concrete panels will be repainted in preparation for the installation of newly selected designs from local artists. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Arts & Culture, Council District 4
Community Build Garden on the Goodman-LeGrand Museum Grounds Published on August 24, 2026 Help build the new garden for the Goodman-LeGrand Museum! It will include the plants, trees and shrubs that were on the grounds of the home at the time the family lived there. There are two opportunities to get involved in shaping the new space. Tagged as: , Improvement Projects, Media Releases, Environment, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Council District 2
City to unveil historic marker honoring Fred Douglas Lodge #111 Published on August 12, 2026 The City of Tyler invites the public to attend the unveiling of a local Historic Subject Marker recognizing Fred Douglas Lodge #111, the first Prince Hall Masonic lodge established in Tyler. The ceremony will be held on Friday, Aug. 14, at 1 p.m. at the Fred Douglas Lodge, 912 W. Queen St. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
The Countdown Begins: Tyler Film Fest tickets now on sale Published on August 11, 2026 Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Tyler Film Festival, presented by Dobbs & Porter! The Festival returns on Sept. 18 and Sept. 19 at 7 p.m. each night. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
Tyler Parks and Rec to host Stewart Park Groundbreaking on June 23 Published on June 18, 2026 The City of Tyler Parks and Recreation Department will host a groundbreaking ceremony for Stewart Park on Tuesday, June 23, at 5:30 p.m. The event will mark an important milestone as work begins on the City’s first new park in more than 20 years, following the opening of the Children’s Park in 2004 Tagged as: , Media Releases, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Council District 2