Historical Marker

The Connally Home

Historical marker location:
700 S. Broadway, Tyler, Texas
( southeast corner of S. Broadway (U.S. 69) and E. Charnwood St.)
Marker installed: 1983

This residence was built in 1906 for prominent Tyler businessman Walter Connally. Connally's business interests included banking, ownership of a gin equipment firm, and part ownership in a hardware company. After his death in 1918, Connally's widow Gretta continued to live in the home with her son and daughter-in-law. The house, which remained in the Connally family for more than 70 years, features influences of Mediterranean and Renaissance Revival styling. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1983.