I've heard of the Cattle Barons' Gala for years, as my in-laws generally go every year. Now that I…read morelive in east Texas, I had to find out what all the buzz was about. Immediately, I was impressed, as this is an extremely well organized event, and it's put together in a very classy manner, even though it takes place on a ranch, somewhere in the middle of nowhere. Possibly where God left his shoe. Who knows? All jokes aside, the Rio Neches Ranch is a beautiful place. The demographics: Predominately upper class white folk. Or, as the mainstream media would negatively say, A bunch of elitist, "privileged," white, gun toting, Republicans. To their dismay, the ethnic cleansing of the evil white race (e.g. open borders) hasn't fully come to fruition...just yet. The event itself featured a silent auction, better than expected food, catered by John Soules Food, a bar with all types of liquor, margarita machines, and troughs filled with beer. Live music was highlighted by Joe Nichols. I'm not really a country music fan, but he was really good. The crowd was great, no fights- hence the demographics {wink}. With so many CC holders in one place, at one time, how could this be? {Media shaking their heads} Once again, humor aside, the most important aspect of this event, is that the proceeds go to a good cause: American Cancer Society. It was a great, fun filled event, that I will definitely attend again next year.

Wonderful little winery owned by the sweetest retired couple…read more Tasty wines, especially if you like sweeter, fruitier wines. The tasting experience is also wonderful, with nice little fruit and cheese plates, and a small, intimate setting.

Lovely vineyard owned by lovely people. My friends and I had a great time doing the wine tasting…read morehere. They had lots of snacks laid out for us like sausage balls and cheese and crackers and grapes. It was very nicely done. All of us bought some of their wine. We were given a tour of the back room where they do their winemaking. There's a lovely lake beside the wine tasting room. My favorite was the Syrahndipity.

Beautiful grounds and the adjacent water tower is like nothing I've ever seen at historic mansion!read more

We were here during our visit to Lake Palestine. We found this local historic house that in Tyler…read moreis attraction. During our visit, we saw the art festival is in progress. Due to the festival, the parking is kind of full. The entrance for the historic house is free. Donation is encouraged. This two storey house is colonial style. It turn Smith County. The house was build 1859. Overall the house visit only need 1/2 hour. We took one hour. There are some welcome clerk dress in old colonial time. At this visit, I learn different styles of stitching for the quilt. It is very colorful. The best spot for the picture is at the front with the columns. The other spot is the curve wood rail stair case.

I'm from San Diego, and this was honestly some of the best BBQ I've ever had. Everything was and…read morethe hospitality was 10/10. Maddie at the register was a sweetheart, and Amelia behind the bar made me a DELICIOUS cocktail. Def worth a detour to visit!

I was excited to try this place since I love BBQ and the restaurant is "famous" so my expectations…read morewere high. We went for lunch on a Saturday. As the restaurant jokingly notes, they have the worse parking situation in Tyler. In reality, it was not the worst, but it is not good. There are just a handful of spots around the restaurant so you have to drive around and find a place. There was a line, but it moved pretty quickly. There was plenty of seating outside and there is an air-conditioned seating area that I did not see until we were already seated. The kid had the chopped brisket sandwich and although she did not like it very much, I tried it and I liked it better than my sliced brisket. The wife had a Texas taco (with brisket) and liked it. I had 1/2 pound of brisket, lean. The price was much lower than in Dallas. I added a side of Mac n' cheese. The brisket had great bark and was super tender. I got the lean that I wanted, but honestly it was a bit dry. Plus, I mistakenly applied the hot and spicy sauce to my brisket and it was so incredibly peppery that it was virtually inedible. I had to scrape it off and apply the regular sauce. I cannot who can tolerate that peppery sauce, it was just way too hot. For reasons we never understand but that always seems to happen, big groups that came after us were served their food before us. I don't get how that always happens. Overall, it was a good experience and if we return II would try some different things on the menu.

To a Tyler local, the annual Rose Parade is just one of the many happenings in the 903, but for a…read morevisitor like my girlfriend, she was absolutely mesmerized by the concept and wowed by all the dresses on display. It's $5 per person to step inside, and there is so much Tyler history on display. I didn't know how hard they went on the dresses and the literary inspirations behind them. The Sun Also Rises got a dress. Fahrenheit 451 got a dress. That's crazy! This was one of my favorite stops during my revisit to Tyler, and it is a great place to take any Tyler newcomers to show them what makes us so unique. RIYL: Dresses or the Met Gala of Tyler

It would be great if this museum would be responsive to emails and phone calls…read more.. We were looking to donate a phenomenal dress that was made for the Tyler Rose festival and the artist passed away about 10 years ago and yeah, the museum can't even give the courtesy of a return phone call

Went there with a good friend from out of state to see "Footloose". It was very enjoyable and every…read moreseat is a good seat. The actors were very good. If another play comes that I'm interested in, I would definitely go back!

Great people that do a great job…read more I went and saw "The Drunkard". This was my first visit and was welcomed with open arms. The volunteers and staff were very easy to talk with and very warm. It is a very different experience from the big theatre companies of Dallas, Houston, Vegas, Sacramento and such. It is a small house and all of the thespians are more than friendly. This is not a small time production company just because it is in a smaller venue. At the end of the show all of the cast and crew were easily accessible for autographs and general dialogue. Parking is a first come first serve and so is seating. In saying that, neither are an issue.